Re: “Virtual U: Master’s Degree Is New Frontier of Study Online”
The idea of online learning being the new, and cheaper, future is great. If we can in fact get there, particularly on the cheaper front. The problem with online learning is many that are less expensive are not through schools that are considered accredited and therefore FAFSA financial aid can not be used. Financial aid available in those cases relies on checking on someone’s credit score.
If online learning is done through a state university or an accredited college, the tuition is often higher in many cases, bordering on paying the same as an out of state student even if you live down the street from the physical location.
The idea behind online learning and the ease on those who would benefit from is good- if only there were not financial pitfalls to it at present. If the two could eventually balance out, it would be a wonderful thing.
