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Ph.D. & Doctorate Programs

A doctor's degree is the highest possible rank that universities award to students. It is a demanding endeavor and only 1.3 percent of the U.S. population holds a doctorate (March 2006 Census Bureau).

It may sound intimidating, but for many of you, earning your doctoral degree has been your goal. Luckily, you have many options about how you want pursue your Ph.D. (or D.B.A., or Ed.D., etc.)

"Are there advantages to earning my Ph.D. online?"

Most students who have studied online have said that they enjoyed being able to pursue their education without having to dramatically change their lives.

The majority of graduate students who chose to study online have children, and moving was not a reasonable option for their families. Other students have mentioned that it would not be economical to be a commuting student (paying for extra gas, or having to travel long distances to a campus location). If you are interested in pursuing your doctor's degree online, here are some fields of study that are offered in an online format:

• Arts & Humanities
• Business & Management
• Computers & Technology
• Education & Teaching
• Health & Medicine
• Science & Engineering
• Social Sciences
• See all Ph.D. programs

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Hot Careers in 2007: Freelance Writer

Although there are only 26 letters in the English alphabet, there are an infinite number of ways to combine those letters. Freelance writers know how to make a career out of it! New jobs are being created at a rate of 17 percent, says the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Freelance writing is a great career for someone who need flexibility in their profession. Most writers work out of their homes, sometimes specializing in a particular area of expertise (like medicine, or professional sports).

You can train for a great career as a writer on a schedule that works for you. Learn about this school and see if the Penn Foster Career School's programs might work for you.

Request Information | Read more about Penn Foster Career School

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Online Student Interview: Joan

Earning her master's degree made everything else possible.

Even though she had a degree, Joan Goudounis wanted to make a bigger impact. She had rely on her family to help keep the household running. After three years of discipline and hard work, Joan earned her degree.

"I want to thank Walden University and Laureate Education for providing me with a new outlook in life and a new beginning."

Read about the experience of this nurse who went back to school after almost 30 years.

Are you thinking about going back to school? Waiting to start your first class? No matter where you are in your journey, you may appreciate our Guide to Online Education. It contains helpful answers to some important questions about the (often confusing!) world of distance learning and online education.

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What's New? The Back-to-School "Survival Guide"

The Back to School "Survival Guide" is your one-stop back-to-school resource, created especially for adults going back to school online.

This week we're featuring our "Fun Stuff" section. We always talk about how important school accreditation is, but do you know why? One main reason is diploma mills. A diploma mill is a business that disguises itself a real online school: they take your money and send you a piece of paper that looks like a degree.

A diploma mill is a scam set up to take your money. Take our quick quiz to see if you can spot the fake!

Our back to school guide includes quizzes, helpful articles, and money-saving tips. We even included a few things just for fun!

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What's New in Our Community

Online Education Blogs Read what real online students and eLearning experts are talking about in our online education blogs.

• "I Could Be In Real Trouble"

Distance Learning Discussion Forums Ask your questions about distance learning, online degrees, online colleges and universities, and more.

• Is an associate's degree enough to get the job? Or do I need a bachelor's?

Join our Community today! It's free and only takes a moment to sign up!

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Featured Online School: Walden University

What's special about Walden University? It's a university with a solid reputation. Accredited by the North Central Association (which is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education), Walden has designed its curriculum for working professionals. Talk about convenient: all of Walden's classes can be accessed over the Internet!

Get in-depth information | Get an overview of Walden University

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