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GetEducated.com Online Education Scholarship Program
Financial Aid Information  >  Guide to Scholarships and Free Money
January 21, 2009   
 
Scholarship Money
Planning on attending an accredited online college or university headquartered in the USA?
We want to help you get educated!
Apply to win one of GetEducated.com's $1,000 Excellence in Online Education Scholarships.
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Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a U.S. citizen enrolled in an accredited online degree program located in the USA with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
Write a 500-word essay: "What a College Degree Means to Me"
Attach a copy of your most recent grade transcript
Attach a copy of your most recent FAFSA (or your 1040 tax return)
Mail everything back to us at the address on the application

Deadline for Receipt: October 15
Recipients will be chosen and notified by December 1 each year

 
 
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Q I’m looking for an online MBA. I’ve found several that fit my budget but none are accredited by the AACSB. What is the AACSB? Do I really need a distance MBA degree that is accredited by them? —Roberta, Gary, IN
A The AACSB is the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International. It is considered the gold standard of business school accreditation. But not every student needs an AACSB-accredited MBA...
Q I was laid off from my job as a real estate agent and want to be a high school math teacher, but my bachelor’s degree is in psychology. Do I need a new degree in education? Will an online bachelor’s in education qualify me to become a licensed teacher? —Willis, Houston, Texas
A If you didn’t earn a bachelor’s degree in education years ago and you now want to teach in the public schools, don’t fret. Every state maintains what are termed “alternative teacher certification” programs...
Q I’m considering earning my MBA online because there are no colleges nearby. But I’m skeptical about online education. Can you cite any objective research that “proves” that online MBAs are as good as the old-fashioned classroom? —Tammy, Wyoming
A The answer: YES. Online education has been scientifically shown to be as effective—if not more so—than the old-time classroom lecture....
 
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Northeastern University
Northeastern University, a world leader in practice-based education, is pleased to offer its MBA degree program in a convenient online format. As a student in the online MBA program, you will gain a solid foundation in all areas of business enterprise and be prepared to drive business growth in a global marketplace. Northeastern University is AACSB International accredited — this is the highest standard of accreditation for any business school worldwide.
Baker College Online
Baker College Online is one of the largest and most affordable accredited online colleges in the nation. Our tuition is often less than half that of other online colleges while the quality of your education and training remains high. Baker Graduates increased their earning potential by 35% upon completion of their degrees. As a career college our goal is to prepare you for a great career and help you find a good job or advance your current career in the shortest possible time.
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For active-duty military, reservists, veterans, and military families.
More than half of military students use online education. What do you need to know to find schools that best fit your needs? How can you find the best financial aid and scholarship package at your online school? Answers are here.

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