Getting an online degree makes it possible for many adults to go to college while still working full time, raising a family, etc. Online degrees give students incredible flexibility, as students are able to take classes, correspond with classmates and professors, do their research and complete homework assignments anywhere they have access to a computer connected to the Internet.

Students can save time and money on commuting while earning their online certification, diploma, associate degree, bachelor degree, master degree or even their PhD online. Accelerated online degree programs give students the opportunity to graduate much faster than they would at a traditional campus setting.

With the growing popularity of online colleges, online degrees are becoming more and more common in an increasing range of subjects. With so many fully accredited online universities offering quality degree programs, it's easier today than ever before to find a college with the degree program that you are looking for - and get your degree online.

There are a wealth of online degree program options available including:

Online Associate Degrees Associate of Arts Degree (AA), Associate of Science Degree (AS), Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS). Online associate degrees are intended to provide students with skills needed to immediately enter the workforce or gain a promotion at their current job upon graduation. Graduates can often transfer all or some of their credits to a four-year college or university.

Online Occupational & Applied Degrees Also referred to as "professional", "technical" or "trade" degree programs, online occupational degree programs are designed to prepare students to enter the workforce immediately following graduation.

Online Bachelor Degrees Bachelor of Arts (BA) and Bachelor of Science (BS) degrees. Online bachelor degrees are the "typical 4 year degree" with the added flexibility of online classes and in some cases accelerated graduation options.

Online Master Degrees Typically a 1-2 year degree program for students that have already completed their bachelor degree. There are many types of online master degrees available: MED - Master of Education, MSN - Master of Science in Nursing, MPA - Master of Public Administration, MFA - Master of Fine Arts, MA - Master of Arts, MBA - Master of Business Administration, MS - Master of Science & MSCIS - Master of Science in Computer Information Systems.

Online MBA Degrees The traditional 2 year Master of Business Administration degree is one of the hottest online degrees. The flexibility of online classes and the wealth of concentrations make the online MBA a popular choice for working executives looking to improve their knowledge - and their paycheck. S Some of the most common online MBA concentrations are Accounting, E-Business/E-Commerce, Entrepreneurship, Executive MBA, Finance, Global/International Business, Health Care, Human Resources, Information Systems, Marketing, Operations, Strategic/Risk. & Technology.

Online Doctoral (PhD) Degrees A PhD is currently the most advanced degree available and demonstrates expertise in a particular subject. Earning a doctorate requires performing original research, which is presented in the form of the doctoral thesis or dissertation. Online PhD degrees are typically professional rather than academic in nature.

Online Certificate Programs Online undergraduate certificate programs let you train for a new career or job on your own time. Online graduate certificate programs allow students who have already earned a bachelor degree to focus on a small series of classes to earn a certificate in a specialized area of study. Online executive/professional certificates are designed for the working executive to quickly increase knowledge of a specific subject without interfering with their hectic work schedule.

Online Diploma Programs Online diploma programs consist of a series of classes focusing on both theory and practice in a particular field such as automotive or diesel mechanics, interior design or culinary arts.