The world of online college is at your fingertips. Here’s how to choose the right school.
Consider your future goals
To choose the right college for you, you need to be clear about your goals. First, think about the career you want to pursue and identify a relevant major. Prioritize online community colleges that offer degrees in your area of interest.
You should consider whether you want to enter the workforce after completing your program at a community college or transfer to a four-year institution to earn a bachelor’s degree. If you know you want to attend a specific four-year institution, consider nearby community colleges that may offer transfer pathways to the institution of your choice.
Understand your expenses and financing options
With the exception of Cañada College, which offers free tuition to San Mateo County residents, the colleges on our list charge per-credit tuition rates ranging from $76 to $217. When extrapolated to a 60-credit associate’s degree, this translates to approximately $4,500 to $13,000 for a full degree. If you’re an out-of-state student, you may pay higher tuition rates.
According to the National Center for Education StatisticsAs of the 2021-22 academic year, the average annual tuition for a two-year institution was $3,859. Extrapolated to a two-year associate degree program, this translates to total tuition costs of around $7,700, which is in line with our top-ranked schools.
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