Can anyone tell me about Penn Foster online college?
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Penn Foster could be what is commonly called a "degree mill" or "diploma mill." The aforementioned Univ. of Phoenix has a somewhat better reputation, but most academic types take a dim view of that "institution." See if you can find the answers to these questions in regards to Penn Foster:
What questions should I ask to determine whether a degree provider is a “mill”?
If the answers to many of the following questions are “yes,” the degree provider under consideration may be a “mill”:
Can degrees be purchased?
Is there a claim of accreditation when there is no evidence of this status?
Is there a claim of accreditation from a questionable accrediting organization?
Does the operation lack state or federal licensure or authority to operate?
Is little if any attendance required of students, either online or in class?
Are few assignments required for students to earn credits?
Is a very short period of time required to earn a degree?
Are degrees available based solely on experience or resume review?
Are there few requirements for graduation?
Does the operation fail to provide any information about a campus or business location or address and rely, e.g., only on a post office box?
Does the operation fail to provide a list of its faculty and their qualifications?
Does the operation have a name similar to other well-known colleges and universities?
Does the operation make claims in its publications for which there is no evidence?
There are institutions that may not be accredited but are not degree mills. For example, the institution may be seeking accreditation, but the process is not complete. Or a legitimate institution may choose not to be accredited for reasons that do not relate to quality."
See also:
http://www.ed.gov/students/prep/college/...
http://www.elearners.com/resources/diplo...
http://www.bbb.com/alerts/article.asp?id...
This is not a credible program that would benefit you. Try University of Phoenix on-line or on campus. It is the best school I have ever attended just because the support and resources are wonderful. This is also one of the most highly respected and recognized degree programs in many arenas. You can also receive financial aid to help with the costs. Look into it, you'll be glad you...I know I was.
Try to find out information about whether or not they are accredited by the appropriate organizations or associations. If they are not accredited, your degree from them could be nearly worthless.
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