1. Education

The Process of Getting Your Degree

Once you've chosen the degree you want, maybe even the job you want, what is the process for making it happen?

Share Your Non-Traditional Student Graduation Story

Are you a non-traditional student finally graduating? Was your road a long, arduous one? Or was school a breeze? Tell us your non-traditional student graduation story. Share your advice.See submissions

Checklist for Going Back to School as an Adult

My friend, Spencer, dropped out of college in his senior year. What did he have to do when he was ready to go back? Here's his checklist.

College Degree - 12 Steps Toward Your College Degree

If you continue to wish you had your college degree, stop wishing. It's not too late, no matter how old you are. You don't have to do it on your own. All kinds of help is available for the asking. Start with these 12 steps.

Accredited - Is Your School or Program Accredited?

Be sure your school or program is accredited or your diploma could be meaningless. There are bogus accreditation agencies out there, and bogus schools all too willing to slap a fake logo on their website and take your money.

Texas Helps Texans Finish College

If you live in Texas, it's easier than ever to get your bachelor's degree thanks to the GradTX degree completion program. Find out how to get credit for what you already know and enroll in the classes you need to finish your bachelor's degree

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