The University of Phoenix is a for-profit higher learning institution owned by the Apollo Group. The university is the second largest postsecondary education institution second only to the group of schools that make up the State University of New York (SUNY). There are approximately 420,000 undergraduates and 80,000 graduate students. The school is [...]

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Strayer University was established in 1892 and was formerly known as Strayer College of Baltimore. The school has an enrollment of over 60,000 students, and specializes in serving working students with an excellent and affordable online education. Strayer also has over 90 campus locations throughout the United States. History of Strayer The institution was founded [...]

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There are several factors to consider when deciding on which online school to attend. Online schools are a great way to get an education while working and raising a family. There are many great online institutions and some not so good. It can be a daunting task to pick the right one. They all have [...]

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Most students who enroll in an online program have never done so before. Going to school at a postsecondary online learning institution is completely different than attending a brick and mortar institution. The learning environment is completely different, and tips that work for being successful at a traditional college or university may not translate to [...]

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There are dozens of online colleges to choose from, making the decision a very daunting one. Most online students have a good idea of what they want to major in and what type of career they want, but do not know which online college or university to attend. This is the polar opposite of most [...]

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  Many non-traditional students feel inept when going back to school because they feel they may “have a hard time keeping up with the 18 year olds.” A recent study shows that the average age of college students is well north of 18. A report published by the U.S. Census showed the average age of [...]

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  Every day thousands of servicemen and women put their lives on the line to defend the freedom and liberties we enjoy in this country. To help give back to those who selflessly serve a new Post 9/11 GI educational bill was recently passed as well as a new version of the existing Montgomery GI [...]

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Professionals in law enforcement and corrections are heading back to school in Connecticut. Through University of Phoenix, students are maintaining work and personal responsibilities while earning an associate of science in criminal justice. Connecticut students have access to both campus-based and online criminal justice programs. Working professionals are now able to pursue a degree in [...]

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Through online learning programs, the University of Phoenix has changed the way criminal justice students are earning degrees across the nation. In addition to online learning, however, the University of Phoenix values hands-on learning and in-person interaction. Criminal justice students in Virginia have access to 2 criminal justice associate degree Virginia campuses to take advantage [...]

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Telecommuting, also referred to as teleworking, is one of the fastest growing trends in today’s business world. The number of employees performing some or all of their work at home grew from 41 million in 2003 to 44 million in 2004. Workers looking to capitalize on this trend are entering the world of telecommuting through [...]

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“Education  is a ticket out of poverty and to gaining self-respect,” says Evelyn Dutch, a single mom. However, sitting in a classroom after a long work day, and finding childcare, are real obstacles for single moms. How are women like Evelyn Dutch earning a business associate degree while maintaining their parenting responsibilities? Single Moms Find [...]

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Often called the founder of modern nursing, Florence Nightingale’s legacy continues today. University of Phoenix nursing students are learning to emulate her pioneering ways. Contemporary nurses have much to gain by following the five key characteristics that made Florence Nightingale a success: 1. Purpose in Nursing Early in her career, Nightingale described a “divine calling.” [...]

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From 1995 to 1998, the number of single dads in the U.S. grew by 25%. By 2002, the number soared to 2.2 million. In the midst of playing mom, dad, and working professional, finding time for an associate business degree may seem impossible. However, University of Phoenix is catering to the needs of single dads [...]

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Traditional bachelor of science in business (BSB) degrees require 4 years of full-time study. For nontraditional students, such as working professionals and single parents, traditional programs are an impracticable method of bringing educational goals into reality. However, many professionals are discovering these 5 ways to complete a BSB in as little as 12 months through [...]

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The amount of child delinquents entering the juvenile justice system is increasing, says the U.S. Bureau of Justice. Recent research has focused on delinquents under the age of 13 in order to reduce future incidents. With a criminal justice associate degree online, Kaplan University alumni are becoming equipped to help in rehabilitating child offenders. Child [...]

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