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General Information

http://www.degree.net/
Mostly about John Bear's book "Bears' Guide to
Earning Degrees by Distance Learning" but contains a lot of useful information, especially about accreditation and what to look for in order to avoid a "degree mill."

Distance Learning Discussion Forum
Excellent place to ask questions about the credibility of a particular school and also just to read through the discussions.

Portal For Distance Learning Resources
Everything from home schooling K-12 to college and more.

Baker's Guide To Distance Christian Education
Search Christian distance education links for programs from elementary through college.

Distance Learning-The Electronic Campus of the Southern Regional Education Board
Earn degrees from colleges and universities in:
AL, AR, DE, FL, GA, KY, LA, MD, MS, NC, OK, SC, TN, TX, VA, WV.

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California 

The California Virtual Campus 

Certificate Programs-Master's Level (All 50 States) 
Lists only post-baccalaurate programs from accredited schools.
Choose the program from their drop box, hit submit and then select your state.

For More Help, See General Information

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Georgia

Scholarship & Grant Information (All 50 States & DC)

Georgia Virtual Technical College - Distance
Education Programs from Georgia Technical Schools. 
You can earn a degree or a certificate, and the certificates qualify for the H.O.P.E. Grant.

Distance Learning In Georgia (Google)

Distance Learning-The Electronic Campus of the Southern Regional Education Board
Earn degrees from colleges and universities in:
AL, AR, DE, FL, GA, KY, LA, MD, MS, NC, OK, SC, TN, TX, VA, WV.

Certificate Programs-Master's Level (All 50 States) 
Lists only post-baccalaurate programs from accredited schools.
Choose the program from their drop box, hit submit and then select your state.

For More Help, See General Information

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Other States

Distance Learning-The Electronic Campus of the Southern Regional Education Board
Earn degrees from colleges and universities in:
AL, AR, DE, FL, GA, KY, LA, MD, MS, NC, OK, SC, TN, TX, VA, WV.

Certificate Programs-Master's Level (All 50 States) 
Lists only post-baccalaurate programs from accredited schools.
Choose the program from their drop box, hit submit and then select your state.

For More States, See General Information

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2 Year Colleges

Community College Directory A-Z 
Links to the homepage of almost every 2 year college. Learn about your school's admission standards, the cost of attending, and how it ranks nationally. 

Transferring From One School To Another (Consumer-SOS)
Info about making the leap to a 4 year college.    

Education Links In All The 50 States
Links vary from state to state with some going from preschool through college.

Comparing Financial Aid Awards (US News)
Scroll down to "Compare Financial Aid Packages."

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4 Year Colleges
Choosing & Applying
Early Decision/Early Option
College Internships
Transferring Elsewhere


Choosing & Applying

Frequently Asked Questions About The College Search (US News)
Also, lists the top ranked colleges and 300 college profiles.

Find Your College On Line (US News)
Links to the homepage of almost every University.  Learn about your school's admission standards, the cost of attending, and how it ranks nationally. 

Peterson's College Index
Search here to find the best schools and how to apply to them.
Use their CollegeQuest eApply feature and apply to over 1200 schools online. 

College & State Education Dept Links (50 States & DC)

How To Compare Financial Aid Awards

Key Questions Families Should Ask-But Often Don't

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Early Decision/Early Option

Early Decision VS Early Option-Pros & Cons
For Another Site click Here

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College Internships

A Web Guide to College Internships

Internship Links In Many Categories

Dept Of Labor Occupational Handbook
Learn what the 150 most popular jobs pay, the work conditions there and what skills and education you need to get them.  The handbook also tells you what's hot now and what will be the hot jobs of the future. An excellent resource especially for college kids who want to plan ahead.

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Transferring Elsewhere

Easing The Transition From A Two Year To A 4 Year School 

Transferring From One School To Another
What to look out for and how to make your life easier before you transfer.

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Graduate Schools

Peterson's Index of Graduate Schools
Learn what's out there and how to pay for it.

America's Best Graduate Schools (US News)
Get the latest rankings, interactive tools, and up-to-date articles for each area of study.

How To Compare Financial Aid Awards
 
Key Questions Families Should Ask-But Often Don't

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Grants & Loans & College Funds

Saving For College

Saving For College (Google Hits)
Want to start a college fund?. Find out how and what you'll need to save.

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