Degree Basics

Lost in the "MCC" Labyrinth—A Story You Might Recognize I’ll never forget the day Maria came into my office. She...

Executive Summary The state of Texas has cultivated a mature and robust ecosystem for online associate's degrees, offering a flexible,...

It started with a simple, hopeful search: "online certificate programs near me." I was at a crossroads in my career,...

My journey into Virginia's online education landscape began with a familiar scene: a dozen browser tabs, each a portal to...

The Wrong Map for a New City My first attempt at online college was a disaster. I did everything you’re...

The Crash: Why the Old Map Doesn't Work I still remember the feeling—a mix of excitement and nervous energy—on my...

Introduction: The Weight of Expectation The air in a high school guidance counselor's office can feel thick with the weight...

I’m Alex, a full-time project coordinator and a parent to two amazing, chaotic kids. A few years ago, I was...

The National Salary Landscape: Deconstructing the Averages An analysis of salary data for professionals holding an associate's degree in computer...

Executive Summary The selection of a university is one of the most significant financial and personal decisions an individual or...