College BS Degree

Discussion in 'IT and Computer-Related Degrees' started by rdolbec, Mar 15, 2002.

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  1. rdolbec

    rdolbec New Member

    Hi Folks,
    I have 4 years of university courses, and short of about 4 classes missed the required number of credits for my BS.
    I have been employed succesfully in my profession for over 10 years, and my chances to go back to the original university are next to none.
    I would like to finish my BS via an online institution, but I do not want to get caught up in a scam. I tried looking into this on number of occasions, and every time I get wrapped in more piles of information that just gets more confusing. So I decided to take my problem to the streets and ask if anyone of you is or was in a same situation, and how did you resolve it?

    My question is simple, in the age of so much information about a single subject, where would you suggest I look for a credible advise as to which school and what method I should pursue in my BS problem?

    Thank you for your time,
    Richard Dolbeck.
     
  2. aeliub

    aeliub New Member

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    I was in almost the same situation - 4 years of college 10 years ago and no chance to go to it again.

    I looked at Thomas Edison State College, Excelsior College, University of Maryland - University College, NJIT, RIT and University of Massachussets - Lowell.

    After evaluating the schools and what they offer I decided to go to Excelsior, as it had better transfer policy for courses taken a while ago, plus I was able to convert my professional certifications into credits.

    However, if you are looking at studying in the same school as the diploma, I would suggest looking at either Umass-Lowell or RIT. Both have good and well developed DL/IT programs and offer BS degrees completely on-line.
    I am taking courses from both schools right not to finish my degree and enjoying both. RIT is closed to actual college experience, while Umass-Lowell is easier on the schedule..

    Hope this helps

    Alexander
     
  3. kgec

    kgec New Member

    I'da thought your post was for trolling purposes but for the full name at the end.

    What kinda BS you looking for?

    Regards.
    TommyK
    (MSU 30 NC State 23 18:00 left in the half)
     
  4. kgec

    kgec New Member

    Re: Re: College BS Degree

    Geeze...It's past halftime

    t
     
  5. rdolbec

    rdolbec New Member

    Not sure what you mean by trolling. In any case I am looking to finish BS in CSC. I have only a miniscule amount of credits to go, and at this point I am interested to getting the degree, and not pursuing further studies. This may change, but for now that's my goal. It has been for quite a few years. I am in the process of getting the Bears book, but again I am assuming the number of choices will be significant, thus my post.
    Any feedback or personal experiences as to what some of you have done in a similiar situation is greatly appreciated.

    Thanx,
    Richard.
     
  6. David Williams

    David Williams New Member

    Richard,

    I can second Alexander's counsel in favor of exploring UML. I started the UMUC BSCIS program which I found to be disorganized and not very student-centered. I transferred into the UML BS IS program with which I've been remarkably pleased. I already have a bachelor's degree in another field and UML was extremely generous about transfer credit. I'm hard pressed to find any negatives about the school and the program.

    David
     
  7. DaveHayden

    DaveHayden New Member

    One last point. Are you really sure it is not possible to finish the degree at the original University? Is it because of the age of the credits or another reason? The requirements may have changed or they may have dl classes now. If you work with the dean of the department they may have resources or ideas you have not thought of. Either way good luck.
     
  8. Shaun

    Shaun New Member

    I have done a lot of research concerning distance education. I am presently enrolled with Touro University International, a branch of Touro College in New York. It is regionally accredited and has a very user friendly distance education format. The professors are very helpful, and their support staff is great. Being military, my tuition assistance covers 100%. Costs include books, which ard on CD-ROM. For more info go to http://www.tourou.edu.
     

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