Online Learning Lessons

Making the decision to pursue an online program can be intimidating for students. Online Learning Lessons offers tips and advice from online students and educators on everything from finding a program and paying for it to what happens after enrolling. Got a question? Email onlinelearninglessons@usnews.com.

How to Avoid Dropping Out of an Online College

Ronald Wellman | June 1, 2018

Follow these tips for students in an online degree program to stack on track to graduation.


3 Tips for Online Students From Success Coaches

Nancy Cervasio | May 25, 2018

Personalized support from university staff can help online students reach their academic and career goals.


Pros, Cons of Online Education for Students With Disabilities

Jan Holloway , Chris Foley | May 18, 2018

Be sure to consider technical and personal needs before diving into online learning.


3 Benefits of Online Programs at Community Colleges

Bradley Fuster | April 20, 2018

Access to a physical campus is among the advantages of attending a local community college as an online student.


Consider an Online Bachelor's Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies

Melissa Marcello | April 13, 2018

Online degrees like integrated studies, liberal arts and interdisciplinary social sciences can be good options for working adults.


4 Ways to Apply an Online Course to the Workplace

Olena Reid | April 6, 2018

Consider asking for new tasks at your current job that align closely with the online course's curriculum.


Boost Your Application to a Selective Online Degree Program

Bradley Fuster | March 30, 2018

Because online courses often emphasize written expression, demonstrate those skills on your application.


Ask 3 Questions to Choose an Online Doctoral Degree Program

Ronald Wellman | March 23, 2018

Some online doctoral programs have in-person symposium requirements where students must travel to campus.


Consider Online College After Struggling in High School

Marian Stoltz-Loike | March 16, 2018

Look for an online bachelor's program that links the curriculum to real-world examples tied to your career.


Choose an Online Degree Program as an Active-Duty Military Student

Bradley Fuster | March 9, 2018

Check whether an online program is flexible when it comes to taking a leave of absence as needed.

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