Feb 20, 2017 06:33 AM EST By Emily Marks, UniversityHerald Reporter

There are a lot of benefits that an online degree program can provide to prospective students. It has grown in popularity these days and there are many formats to choose from.

According to NHMagazine.com, a market research study of online college students by Learning House/Aslanian last year found that 90 percent of respondents claimed their experience with online education was the same or better than traditional on-campus classes. 72 percent believed that getting an online degree was worth it.

The publication also shared the benefits that an online degree program can provide to students. Read on and see if an online education is the best option for you.

Flexibility and Convenience

It was previously reported that working adults benefit from an online degree program because of the flexibility it provides. Moreover, it is convenient since students no longer need to be in the same location as the professor and they can just submit their coursework online.

Mobility

As mentioned earlier, location and distance is no longer an issue. Students just need to have a working computer and a stable Internet connection in order to have access to their classes.

Accreditatio

Obtaining an online degree diploma or certificate carry the same weight as completing education from a traditional university or college. It also usually offers the same courses. Accreditation is an important factor of online degree programs since it proves that the format and lessons are up to the standards set by the Department of Education.

Variety

There are several programs and courses that students can choose from. This can be especially helpful to professionals who want to gain new skills for the possibility of promotion or those who want to change careers.

Practical Experience

A lot of online students work and study at an online degree program at the same time. This allows them to earn valuable new skills which they are able to apply in their careers immediately.

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