Feb 21, 2017 08:24 AM EST By Emily Marks, UniversityHerald Reporter

Online degree programs are becoming the format of choice for students who want flexibility and convenience. Working adults benefit the most from this type of learning setting since they can continue working and study at the same time.

NHMagazine.com shared the top 10 benefits that students can get from online degree programs. The first five perks can be read here.

At Your Own Pace

It is believed that online degree programs are less stressful. This is because students can complete their degree at their own pace. They can choose to take up as much courses as they can in one semester to complete the program as soon as possible or they can also choose to take just one class so that they won't be overwhelmed with the coursework.

Faster. Since students can study at their own pace, they have more control of how fast they want to finish their online degree program. As mentioned earlier, they have the option to enroll in as much courses as they can to be able to complete the program early.

Inexpensive

An online degree program is inexpensive since students do not need to pay for room and board as compared to when they enroll in a traditional college or university. Usually, online students just have to pay for tuition and books.

Learn Tech Skills

Online students will need to already know the basics of technology if they want to enroll in an online degree program. However, they will gain new tech skills since they will be introduced to new tools as they interact with fellow students and their teachers. Check out these five tips on how online students can positively interact with professors and classmates.

More Open Discussions and Communication

It is believed that students are more likely to participate in discussions during online classes as compared to traditional face-to-face sessions. It would also lead to more open communication between students and professors since it can provide a deeper understanding of other people's points of view.

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