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RSB · Apr 4, 2005

I have gone to the local Community College on and off for the past few years, but because of work could only take 1 class a semester, and wondered what the best way for a regular kinda guy to get a degree would be. Should one go to the Comm college then transfer or how about ITT or what about the University of Pheonix(it's an excellerated kinda college)
I will now have more time and can actually put forth what is neccasary to complete this degree in something. Any ideas there would be appreciated also.

Fishhead · Apr 4, 2005

A local Community college in your area would be a great start.

You can take night courses, as well as at-home courses to fit your schedule.

A normal class load will grant yourself an AA degree in two years, which than you may transfer to an accredited 4 year college and one you should have no problem getting into with an AA degree.

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Noreaga+ · Apr 4, 2005

you have the internet... take your classes online. im sure your community school offers "distance learning"

QuickLearner · Apr 4, 2005

Make sure that ITT (or any college you consider) is accredited...it may be purely a technical school. Your local library's reference librarians can find a listing for you. I think U. of Phoenix is the real deal. They were the first to offer online degrees (back when Compuserve, GEnie and Delphi were your choices) but many colleges do now.

I would shop around and see which college will give you the most credit for "life experience," or whatever they want to call it. Then apply there, get accepted, and once you have it on your transcript that you have the credits you'll be able to transfer them anywhere.

By the way, community colleges are the best value in higher education. Good choice by you!

ApolloKid · Apr 4, 2005

I attended community college for one year before transferring to a four-year university. I wish I stayed at the community college. Though it may be a little more expensive than the other two options you are considering, I think it will give you more options in the long run.

Best of luck in your educational pursuits.

jdodger · Apr 4, 2005

Starting at a community college and then switching to a 4 year college/university can work fine.

However, if you are serious about getting the 4 year degree, check very carefully as to which community college courses will transfer to the 4-year school.

You should have an idea as to which major you are considering at the 4-year school and find out for sure which credits will transfer. Even if a class transfers in general to a 4 year school, your particular major might only accept up to so many credits for courses not directly related to the major.

RSB · Apr 4, 2005

Thanks for the info

WildBill · Apr 4, 2005

To be honest many people in the professional world don't give much credit to a degree from Univ of Phoenix or ITT, unless it is a very specialized program where employers recruit directly.

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