Below is a new blog post outlining 7 reasons why online education can be a useful choice. We thought it may be relevant for law students thinking about doing their law degree online. 
There are countless reasons to pursue a degree in higher education. Greater earning potential, job security and new career opportunities are just some of the reasons that students decide to go to school for a degree. Although you may think that attending college means you have to commute every day to a traditional college campus, you might be surprised to learn that online education is becoming increasingly popular. Here are seven reasons to choose online education over a traditional campus setting.
1. Convenience
The biggest reason to choose online education is simply because it is so convenient. Instead of worrying about setting your alarm for an early morning class or fitting your work schedule around classes, you can do the work and even take the exams whenever it is convenient for you and your schedule. You can progress at the pace you need to in order to understand all the material and prepare for exams and papers.
2. Affordability
Although online education is more convenient for students, it is no more expensive than a traditional college experience. In fact, it is actually cheaper in many cases. Since online colleges don’t have the overhead fees that a large college does, they can afford to reduce the tuition rates and save students money.
3. No Daily Commute
Unless you plan to live right on campus, attending a physical college can mean daily commutes, fighting with traffic, wear and tear on your vehicle, additional car insurance and small fortune in gas each month. Instead of spending time behind the wheel, study from home with an online education. This will save you time and money, and may help you to feel less stressed while studying.
4. Communication With Teaching Staff
In a traditional classroom, you may have a hard time speaking with your professor or visiting their office within the right hours. Online schools, however, allow you to call, email or even chat online with the teaching staff whenever you have questions. This increased communication can help you to better understand the material and prepare for exams.
5. Greater Selection
Some local college campuses don’t offer a full selection of majors and classes. If you are planning to enroll in a slightly more unusual degree program, or even if you just want to take a fun elective like art or Japanese, then attending an online college allows you to have more selection and greater choice.
6. Effectiveness
Students who attend online colleges are just as likely to graduate as students who attend traditional colleges. In addition, graduates from both schools are equally likely to find careers after earning their degrees.
7. Flexibility
Not every student will have the same amount of time each day to listen to lectures and read through materials. Online degrees expect this and allow individual students to have the flexibility to set their schedules and progress as they deem appropriate. If you are not ready for an exam, simply put it off until you have had time to adequately prepare.
It is clear to see that online education can be a smart choice for students. Whether you are earning your associate degree or a bachelor’s degree, online college is a wonderful way to learn.
Riley Kane writes for several higher ed blogs nationwide. To read more about degrees in health administration click here.
