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California Online Degrees

Here is a list of Brick and Mortar Universities in CA that offer online degree programs in various different subjects:


California Institute of Integral Studies
- http://www.ciis.edu/
California State University, Dominguez Hills
- http://dominguezonline.csudh.edu/
California National University for Advanced Studies
- http://www.cnuas.edu/
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
- http://www.continuing-ed.calpoly.edu
California State University, Chico
- http://rce.csuchico.edu/online
California State University, East Bay
- http://www.csueastbay.edu/ecat/current/i-140online.html
California State University, Sacramento
- http://www.csus.edu/atcs/
California State University, San Bernadino
- http://www.csusb.edu/
California State University, San Marcos
- http://www.csusm.edu/el
Independence University
- http://www.independence.edu
Southern California Seminary
- http://www.socalsem.edu
University of California, Davis
- http://extension.ucdavis.edu/unit/online_learning/
University of California, Riverside
- http://www.extension.ucr.edu
University of La Verne
- http://www.ulv.edu/ulvonline/
University of Southern California
- http://tel.usc.edu
Vanguard University of Southern California
- http://www.vanguard.edu/eec

Keep in mind that even if you live in California, when considering an online degree, you don't necessarily have to go through a university in your state. You can also consider colleges and universities in other states as well. Even with the out of state tuition figured in, you might actually save money getting your degree through another state college or university.



All of these schools listed have a selection of programs available. Here are most, if not all of the programs available through one of the above schools:

Accounting
Adult Development And Aging
Aerospace, Aeronautical And Astronautical Engineering
Biology/Biological Sciences
Biology/Biotechnology Laboratory Technician
Biomedical Technology
Biomedical/Medical Engineering
Biotechnology
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, And Inspection Related
Business Administration And Management
Business Administration, Management And Operations Related
Business Operations Support And Secretarial Services Related
Business, Management, And Marketing Related
Business/Commerce
Chemical Engineering
Child Development
Civil Engineering
Clinical And Industrial Drug Development
Communication Disorders
Communication Disorders Sciences And Services Related
Community Health Services Counseling
Computer And Information Sciences
Computer And Information Sciences Related
Computer Engineering
Computer Programming
Computer Science
Computer Software Engineering
Construction Management
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Early Childhood Education
Education
Education (Multiple Levels)
Education (Specific Levels And Methods) Related
Education (Specific Subject Areas) Related
Education Related
Educational Administration And Supervision Related
Educational Assessment, Testing, And Measurement
Educational Leadership And Administration
Educational Psychology
Educational System Administration And Superintendency
Educational, Instructional, And Curriculum Supervision
Educational/Instructional Media Design
Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Engineering
Engineering Technology
Engineering/Industrial Management
Exercise Physiology
Finance
Food Science And Technology Related
Geography
Geography Related
Gerontology
Health And Medical Administrative Services Related
Health And Physical Education Related
Health Professions Related
Health Services Administration
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences
Health/Health-Care Administration
Hospitality Administration
Human Development And Family Studies
Human Resources Management
Human Resources Management And Services Related
Humanities
Industrial Engineering
Industrial Production Technologies Related
Information Science/Studies
Interdisciplinary Studies
Kindergarten/Preschool Education
Kinesiology And Exercise Science
Labor And Industrial Relations
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Liberal Arts And Sciences And Humanities Related
Liberal Arts And Sciences/Liberal Studies
Management Information Systems And Services Related
Management Sciences And Quantitative Methods Related
Manufacturing Engineering
Marketing/Marketing Management
Materials Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Medical Administrative Assistant And Medical Secretary
Medical Insurance Coding
Medical Insurance/Medical Billing
Medical Transcription
Nursing (Adult Health)
Nursing (Anesthetist)
Nursing (Clinical Nursing Specialist)
Nursing (Critical Care)
Nursing (Family Practice/Nurse Practitioner)
Nursing (Public Health/Community)
Nursing (Registered Nurse Training)
Nursing Administration
Nursing Assistant/Aide And Patient Care Assistant
Nursing Related
Nursing Science
Organizational Behavior
Peace Studies And Conflict Resolution
Petroleum Engineering
Pharmaceutics And Drug Design
Pharmacy Administration/Pharmacy Policy And Regulatory Affairs
Physical Education Teaching And Coaching
Psychology Related
Public Administration
Public Administration And Social Service Professions Related
Public Health
Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions And Contracts Management
Quality Control And Safety Technologies Related
Quality Control Technology
Religious Studies Related
Respiratory Care Therapy
Respiratory Therapy Technician
Science, Technology And Society
Social Science Teacher Education
Social Sciences
Social Sciences Related
Special Education
Special Education (Orthopedic And Other Physical Health Impairments)
Systems Engineering
Systems Science And Theory
Technical And Business Writing
Technology Management

Here are some things to look for in a distance education program when comparing colleges:



Financial Aid - Make sure you know all of the schools financial aid options available. You don't want to end up paying out of pocket for things that could be repaid when you have your degree.

Do They Offer Online Classes Only? - This is a red flag. Although, the university or college may be fully accredited. If they offer online classes only, then they might be looked down upon by future employers.

What Is Their Reputation Like? - Find reviews online and see what other students have to say about the school? What were their job prospects like after they had graduated.

What Is Their Customer Service Like? - Try calling their office and ask a few questions. How helpful are they in getting you the information you need. If they are difficult, it could prove to be a problem throughout your educational experience.

Look At The Faculty Credentials - Look at the background of the teachers and faculty. Are they experienced and reputable in their field? This will tell you more about the quality of the education you will recieve.

Compare Costs - One way to find a cheaper school is to look at colleges that are "brick and mortar" schools that also offer online courses. If the school is located in a lower cost area, even with out of state tuition factored in, you may be able to get a great deal on your degree.

How Are The Classes Presented? - Find out what formats the classes will be taught in. Will they be presented online, through email or mailed instructions. Find this out ahead of time so that you will be sure that the format the classes are presented will work with your availability.

Accreditation - Make sure the school has regional accreditation above all. National is nice, but regional is the most important.

Look At The Brick and Mortar Schools - Check out the programs offered by brick and mortar schools. There are 100's of US schools now that offer online degrees. They also happen to not be the ones that do the most advertising, you have to do the research to find them.

Consider The Difficulty of the Classes - If you are in a hurry to get your degree to move on to a masters. You might not want to spend the extra time and energy going to a more prestigious school. Consider a prestigious school if you are aiming to get into a prestigious masters program or to impress employers.





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