[aageneral] Online College Programs - How to Apply

Article Title: Online College Programs - How to Apply
Author Name: Katie Robbins
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Category: Education
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Copyright Date: 2005
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Online College Programs - How to Apply

The first step to getting your online degree is to apply to
colleges. Research several colleges offering the degree program
you need. Once you have decided on a school, you are ready to
begin the application process. While the requirements may vary
slightly, most colleges have similar processes. You will need
to fill out an application, either online or on paper. Check
with the university for application deadlines. Just about all
schools charge an application fee; these fees are usually small.

You will need to include any supporting documentation required
by the school where you are applying. You will find this
information included with the application. All schools require
original transcripts from all schools previously attended. This
will include both high school and college transcripts. A few
schools look for college preparatory courses in high school.
Send your requests early to allow enough time for transcripts to
arrive at the college. Some schools will require SAT test
scores and immunization records as well.

You will have to meet the admission requirements of the college
you will be attending. The requirements vary by school and in
some cases can be different based on your major. Be sure to
check with the university to determine the requirements. Many
schools have a minimum SAT score requirement for admission,
although some waive this for some programs or for non
traditional students. Non traditional students are defined as
older students who have been out of high school for at least
five years and have work experience. Students transferring from
other institutions are in this category as well.

Many schools require students pass placement tests prior to
registering for classes. These tests usually have English, math
and writing components. This is to determine if potential
students have the reading, writing and math skills necessary to
succeed in college. If you don't pass one of the placement tests,
you may be required to take remedial courses prior to starting
your degree; this is not unusual for people returning to school
after many years. Graduate programs will usually require
additional testing, such as the Graduate Record Exam (GRE).

When you apply to the school, you can also apply for financial
aid. Talk to a representative about programs available to
students in the form of financial aid and scholarships. Start
the process by filling out the Free Application for Federal
Student Aid (FAFSA). Complete the application even if you don't
think you will qualify for federal aid. Most other student loan
programs use the same application. To be able to accept federal
financial aid, the school must be regionally accredited.
Accreditation is a voluntary process and matters mainly for
financial aid and transferring credit to other universities.
Check with an admissions counselor if you're not sure about
accreditation.

Once you have completed all applications and testing, you will
find out if you have been accepted into the program. Once you
have been accepted, you will be eligible to register for classes
and begin the journey toward your college degree. The
admissions counselor at your university can assist you in
scheduling your courses. There is often an order in which
classes should be taken. Once you have registered, you pay for
your classes, get your books and attend orientation, if required.

Katie Robbins is an educationally focused writer, providing
content to help the online student. Check out her other articles
at: http://www.degreeclick.com/ , http://www.degreeclick.
com/master-degree-education-online.html and http://www.
degreeclick.com/criminal-justice-online-degrees.html

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