DotSchools Educaton Blog

Going Back To College?

Dotschools — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 21:40:47 +0000

Why is going back to college on your mind lately? Is it because your degree or certificate will help you get a better job or promotion? Are you bored and going back to college is a way out of your current situation? Are you retired and want the thrill of working for a degree you’ve [...]

What Is a 529 Plan?

Dotschools — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 19:50:12 +0000

Parents need to save for college for their kids from a young age. Tuition and fees have been increasing year after year while the economy remains a challenge. With a 529 Plan there are ways to get started on saving up for college expenses. What is a 529 Plan? Families can save money through a 529 plan [...]

What Do I Need to Know about College Admissions Essays?

Dotschools — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 19:25:20 +0000

The college admissions essay is a student’s chance to really jump off the page and make an impression by standing out from everyone else that has applied. Make Your Personal Statement Personal Focus less on finding the perfect topic than on thinking about what you want a reader to know about you at the end of the [...]

Top 40 Affordable Online Colleges & Remote Education Universities

Dotschools — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 20:06:29 +0000

I bet you didn’t know that there were so many affordable online colleges to choose from. Which one fits your career ambitions best? Request additional information to find out about the online colleges that offer the college degree that you want. Plus, you can choose the online college based on affordability, credentials, or degree offerings. Top [...]

Keller Graduate School of Management Review

Dotschools — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 05:01:21 +0000

With campuses across the US, Keller Graduate School of Management is within miles. Keller Graduate School of Management also has online courses available for even more convenience. When you earn a degree from DeVry University’s Keller Graduate School of Management, you’ll gain the professional credibility and essential skills necessary to advance your career. From practitioner faculty and a [...]

Is a College Degree Important?

Dotschools — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 00:27:11 +0000

As you consider the college you want to attend, or consider going back to college, you may ask yourself. “Is a college degree important?” 1) With the sheer amount of job candidates and the unemployment rate near 9%, a college degree can help you stand out. 2) Companies see someone with a college degree as an employee [...]

Valuable Side Jobs While Working on your Online Degree From Home

Dotschools — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 21:55:04 +0000

Attending online school - or more specifically taking college classes online - you may find most of your time is committed to studying and attending online classes. It can be hard enough to make the grade (academically) let alone manage a heavy workload that pays the bills - and your textbooks. A freelance job may strike the right balance between a full-school load and the need to earn a paycheck.

Accommodate Family Needs While Earning A Degree From Home

Dotschools — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 17:40:07 +0000

Balancing your family life while earning a college degree can be a daunting - yet incredibly rewarding - challenge. There are ways to focus time and energy to both your family and scholastic endeavors - and maintain your sanity. Read on for tried and true tips that can help you earn your college degree while raising a family.

How Social Media Can Enhance Your Online Education

Dotschools — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 00:04:29 +0000

Social media websites continue to be popular, as more and more people become a part of these growing online communities. People are connecting with others to improve all aspects of their lives, including their educational lives.

Can Unemployment Benefits Be Used Toward a College Degree?

Dotschools — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 16:55:21 +0000

A downtrodden economy has left many out of work. Unemployment funds can help ease the financial strain of this predicament, however, can those funds be used towards education and training?

When and How Much Should Parents Start Saving For College

Dotschools — Mon, 10 May 2010 21:32:53 +0000

Every year scores of parents send their children off to college to get the education they need. The colleges their children will go to may vary. The one thing which will not vary is the fact that they better have the right amount of money stashed away. Not having enough money is a problem that far too many parents run into. This leads to costly student loans or other short term loans to get the money necessary. These kinds of maneuvers can be avoided as long as the right amount of planning is made in the first place.

Are College Sports A Distraction From Learning At College Campuses

Dotschools — Thu, 06 May 2010 23:22:14 +0000

College is a time where you are supposed to be getting the education you need to get started in your chosen career field. There will be lots of distractions which will make it difficult for you to study and stay focused on what you are at college for. There are necessary distractions which enrich the college life and unnecessary distractions which make it difficult for some students to graduate on time if at all. Some people feel that college sports are one of the distractions that students do not need in their academic career.

How Long Does it Take to Get a College Degree in Meteorology

Dotschools — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 22:54:43 +0000

Meteorology, despite how it sounds, isn't the study of meteors or space objects but rather the science of the atmosphere. Meteorology also isn't just something that your local weather forecaster understands but it's rather an ancient science that dates back to Aristotle. Today's meteorologists use a variety of tools like satellites and advanced radar systems to help them understand weather patterns and atmospheric conditions. Using these tools and their knowledge of atmospheric science, they're able to predict weather patterns and warn people of coming storms and problems.

Can I Teach College Classes with an MBA Degree

Dotschools — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 21:37:42 +0000

Many graduates who want to expand their career opportunities wonder, "Can I teach college classes with an MBA degree?" The answer to that question is both yes and no because it depends a great deal on what you want to teach and where you want to teach it. Most university professors actually have doctorate degrees and not just MBA degrees.

Where Can I Purchase College Textbooks Cheap

Dotschools — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 21:50:20 +0000

"Where can I purchase College textbooks cheap?" is a common question at the start of every school year. The rising cost of college textbooks proves to be a problem for many people. The average cost of textbooks for one year for an average student ranges between about $700 to over $1000. When you add that to the cost of tuition, it can easily push a college education out of the financial reach of some people.