Hi all, I've been looking for affordability and speed in an online degree, but I want to make sure that any school I consider is accredited. Do you guys have any suggestions for online colleges that are both economical and accredited, and also offer an accelerated program? I could use some advice!
Sure, happy to help you with that! There are indeed several accredited institutions that offer online, accelerated degree programs while not burdening you with a huge financial load.
1. Penn State World Campus: Penn State's renowned online campus offers several accelerated bachelor's programs at affordable tuition rates. They maintain the same accreditation as their traditional programs, which allows for a high-quality education that you can complete at your own pace.
2. Arizona State University (ASU) Online: ASU Online offers a wide array of affordable accelerated degree programs. They offer payment plans that can lessen the financial blow of tuition and, for those who qualify, they also offer scholarships specific to online students.
3. Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU): SNHU's online programs are well-respected and they offer accelerated Bachelor's and Associate's degrees. They have a reasonably priced tuition and the active-duty military or their spouses receive a tuition discount.
4. University of Central Florida (UCF): UCF has a robust online program with some accelerated options. They have a wide range of programs to choose from, and the per-credit cost is fairly affordable.
It's important while looking at these programs that you make certain the program fits your specific needs, both in terms of academic focus and schedule flexibility. Using the Federal Financial Aid's School Code search or the U.S. Department of Education Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs can help you verify a school's accreditation status. Definitely consider other aspects as well, such as faculty, student services, tech support, and the overall reputation of the university. Hope this helps!
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