So you’ve decided to pursue a degree in business. That’s great! But how will you pay for it? First thing’s first, don’t freak out too much. Yes, obtaining your degree can be expensive. But there are many ways to finance an education. Combine that with smart college and career planning and you should be just …
2016 Guide: Online BBA Programs – College Raptor’s Official Guide to Online BBA Programs
This guide is meant as a comprehensive resource for prospective, current, and former online BBA program students. It covers topics to help students understand how online BBA programs work, how to evaluate programs, what to look for–and avoid–in an online BBA program, how to apply and enroll in a program, and what steps to take after graduation. Chapter …
Online Business Degree Admissions: What You Need to Get Accepted
One of the scariest parts of going to college can be the admissions process. You spend months looking for just the right schools where you want to apply, you submit a small form, and then–you wait. It can be a bit excruciating for students who are hoping for a quick answer. In the world of …
Who Should Pursue a Bachelor’s of Business Administration (BBA)?
Each year, hundreds of thousands of students choose to pursue their BBA. Business is–by far and away–the most popular degree program among both online and traditional students. And it’s not surprising–you can do a lot with a BBA. The popularity of the BBA is in large part due to the flexibility of many programs and the broad …
How Much Does an Online Graduate Education Degree Cost?
For many teachers and others working in education, pursuing a master’s degree is a big investment. Of course there’s the time and energy it takes to complete the classes, but there is also the dollars and cents investment–it’s not cheap to go to college. Fortunately, for many it’s a pretty wise choice. For teachers specifically, holding …
Who Should Get a Master of Education (MEd) or Master of Teaching (MAT) Degree?
As you move through your career, the idea of getting additional education will likely enter your mind at one point or another. The obvious benefits to pursuing additional education include higher pay or career advancement opportunities. But there is also an allure for many to simply continue to learn in such a structured setting–after all, …
2016 Guide: Online Graduate Education Degree Programs – College Raptor’s Official Guide to Online MEd & MAT Programs
This guide is meant as a comprehensive resource for prospective, current, and former online MEd and MAT program students. It covers topics to help students understand how online MEd and MAT programs work, how to evaluate programs, what to look for–and avoid–in an online MEd or MAT program, how to apply and enroll in a …
Strategies for Balancing Your Online BBA & Your Life
As a non-traditional student, I know how intimidating the thought of going back to–or starting–school can be after you’ve been away from academia for a while. But, there are a tons of reasons to head back into the classroom–online or in the traditional setting–and get your degree. Once the decision is made, it’s time to …
When a M.Ed./MAT Pulls Double Duty: College Credits and License Renewal
Professional development, continuing education, and licensure renewal, oh my! Teachers have approximately zero hours of free time in a day, but they also have lists of things they have to accomplish before each day is over. There is lesson planning, paper grading, seat rearranging, and so much more, but it’s worth it — it’s all for …
What Tests You’ll Need to Take Before Applying to Online MEd or MAT Program
If you’re already in a teaching or education profession and planning to pursue your MEd or MAT degree, there generally isn’t a lot of extra work you’ll need to do before applying. Because of how state teaching licensing works, most programs won’t require that you take an additional exam like the GRE before applying for …