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RE: What is the best college/option for me? - bjcheung77 - 02-16-2023
ZKL111 Wrote:I don’t know what you mean with regards to the addendum? I can edit the link I suppose. Thanks.
You should take some time reviewing threads and the WIKI for some info and degree plans, as again, don't rush/take your time. Here's the template/addendum under the Main Category and Degree Planning Advice sub category, many people miss it, I just like pointing to it so we get "the full picture" of what you need help with: New to DegreeForum? How this Area works!
RE: What is the best college/option for me? - ZKL111 - 02-16-2023
(02-16-2023, 07:18 PM)bjcheung77 Wrote:ZKL111 Wrote:I don’t know what you mean with regards to the addendum? I can edit the link I suppose. Thanks.
You should take some time reviewing threads and the WIKI for some info and degree plans, as again, don't rush/take your time. Here's the template/addendum under the Main Category and Degree Planning Advice sub category, many people miss it, I just like pointing to it so we get "the full picture" of what you need help with: New to DegreeForum? How this Area works!
Ah ok I understand what you mean. I thought you were being hostile, it must have come off wrong, my bad. I will edit and update that.
Your Location: California, United States
Your Age: 19
What kind of degree do you want?: Bachelors or Masters of Computer Science
Current Regional Accredited Credits: 15-18
School Name Total Credits: Mix of a few colleges
Current ACE, CLEP, or NCCRS Credits: 42
Provider Total Credits: Sophia.org/42 Credits
Any certifications or military experience?
No.
RE: What is the best college/option for me? - bjcheung77 - 02-17-2023
ZKL111 Wrote:Ah ok I understand what you mean. I thought you were being hostile, it must have come off wrong, my bad. I will edit and update that.
LOL, I am rarely hostile (unless you get on my bad side, haha)... I was incorporating "appreciative inquiry" into my post reply to you. Here's an 'example thread' from yesterday or two days ago where we ask for more details so we can help the forum member more after getting a clearer picture of their scenario or situation...
As you can see, most members here would like to get as much info as possible from prospective students (minus their personal details of course, like the SSN or any other identifiable info). If you were from Texas, I would have asked you similar questions such as post #11 and provide an answer in post #19: ITT-Tech credits
In addition to the WIKI links provided earlier, you may also want to spend some time reviewing these TESU threads.
Courses vs Residency Waiver #1: https://www.degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-TESU-Residency-Waiver-vs-Taking-Courses
16 Credits vs Residency Waiver #2: https://www.degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-Options-for-16-Credits-to-Rid-of-Residency-Waiver-Fee
ACTFL/Foreign Credits: https://www.degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-ACTFL-or-Foreign-Credit-Transfer-to-Big-3
Transfer Policy: https://www.degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-TESU-Transfer-Policy-Explained
RE: What is the best college/option for me? - Henry_Patterson - 03-16-2023
Hi there! It's great to hear that you're interested in pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science. I understand your concerns about proctoring, and it's good to know that you're looking for alternative options that work for you.
One option you could consider is Oregon State University's online post-baccalaureate program in Computer Science. It's a self-paced program that allows you to complete the degree at your own pace, and there's no proctoring required. Additionally, OSU has a good reputation for its computer science program and is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. However, it may not be the most affordable option out there.
Another option you might want to consider is Southern New Hampshire University's online program in Computer Science. It offers a self-paced option as well as a range of other schedules to choose from. SNHU is a non-profit university, and it's known for its flexible and affordable programs. There is proctoring required, but it might be worth considering.
There are also several other universities that offer online computer science programs, such as Arizona State University, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and Georgia Institute of Technology, to name a few. You may want to research these programs and see if any of them meet your needs in terms of self-pacing and proctoring requirements.
In terms of other degrees, you mentioned being interested in finance, economics, political science, and physics. It might be worth looking into the online programs offered by schools that have strong reputations in these fields, such as the University of Michigan's online program in Economics or the Georgia Institute of Technology's online program in Physics. However, I would caution that these programs may not offer as much flexibility in terms of self-pacing as a computer science program might.
Regarding financial aid and student loans, it's great that you're open to exploring those options. I would recommend looking into the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to see if you qualify for any federal aid. You can also look into scholarships and grants that may be available to you based on your academic or personal background.
I hope this information is helpful to you as you explore your options. Best of luck in your academic journey!
RE: What is the best college/option for me? - dfrecore - 03-16-2023
(03-16-2023, 07:46 AM)Henry_Patterson Wrote: Another option you might want to consider is Southern New Hampshire University's online program in Computer Science. It offers a self-paced option as well as a range of other schedules to choose from.
I've not heard this before - can you tell us what this self-paced option is called, or provide a link?
RE: What is the best college/option for me? - rachel83az - 03-16-2023
Wait, isn't the self-paced SNHU option the one that went bust in 2019 or so?
RE: What is the best college/option for me? - dfrecore - 03-16-2023
(03-16-2023, 02:24 PM)rachel83az Wrote: Wait, isn't the self-paced SNHU option the one that went bust in 2019 or so?
I know that AMU/APU had the Momentum CBE program that went bust, but I don't remember that SNHU had one.
RE: What is the best college/option for me? - rachel83az - 03-16-2023
(03-16-2023, 02:44 PM)dfrecore Wrote:(03-16-2023, 02:24 PM)rachel83az Wrote: Wait, isn't the self-paced SNHU option the one that went bust in 2019 or so?
I know that AMU/APU had the Momentum CBE program that went bust, but I don't remember that SNHU had one.
Found it. This one: https://www.snhu.edu/about-us/leadership-and-history/history/college-for-america
Quote:The $10,000 bachelor’s degree remains elusive. But Southern New Hampshire University’s College for America has unveiled self-paced, competency-based degrees that students should be able to complete for that price, or less.
https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2014/05/06/college-america-hits-10000-mark-new-competency-based-bachelors-degrees
RE: What is the best college/option for me? - bjcheung77 - 03-16-2023
SNHU's online BSCS is 'self-paced', the wording doesn't indicate exactly that, their programs aren't the College for America offerings, the COA offerings are only offered with partnership programs that have articulation agreements and not open to the public now.
Program Link: https://www.snhu.edu/online-degrees/bachelors/bs-in-computer-science
Why SNHU For Your Computer Science Degree - Flexible
With no set class meeting times, you can learn on your schedule and access online course materials 24/7.
SNHU's program/degree plan was created and updated by one of our mods, LevelUP.
Here's the template https://degreeforum.miraheze.org/wiki/SNHU_Computer_Science_Degree_Plan
RE: What is the best college/option for me? - origamishuttle - 03-16-2023
(03-16-2023, 07:46 AM)Henry_Patterson Wrote: I hope this information is helpful to you as you explore your options. Best of luck in your academic journey!
I would assume this is a bot.