The term online degrees refers to college degrees
(sometimes including high school diplomas and non-degree certificate
programs) that can be earned primarily or entirely through the use of
an Internet-connected computer, rather than attending college in a traditional campus setting. Improvements in technology and the increasing use of the Internet worldwide have led to a proliferation of online colleges that award associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees.
Financial aid
Until recently, students enrolled in online degree programs were not
eligible for federal student aid unless at least half of their program
was campus based (a law established in 1992 and known as the 50-percent
rule).
In February 2006, that law was repealed and now federal student aid in
the form of federal loans, grants, and work-study is available in the
U.S. for students enrolled in an eligible online degree program at an
accredited Title IV-eligible institution.
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Online_degrees
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