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Originally Posted by MasTNX
Wow, that's a pretty strong statement. I can see not chartering chapters at non-traditional universities, although there are some NPHC orgs that have done so, but not accepting bachelor's degrees from U of Phoenix. That's strict. Would you like to see this as official, on the website posted for everyone to see, or more unofficial - like an applicant can try, but when his/her transcript is reviewed, rejection is imminent?
I could be wrong, but I believe I saw that some NPHC orgs have chapters at DeVry. What's your opinion on this? In my experience, the non-traditional university and community college have a lot in common.
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I have to agree. I didn't peep that before. What's up with that DrPhil? I don't even think we can do anything about that anyway nor should we want to. A degree is a degree if it's measured by the same standards. In fact, I have found that some online degree programs (I'm talking about the programs, not the schools) have accreditation that some "on the ground" school programs do not. If the on-line school/program is accredited by one of the regional accreditation bodies in the U.S. (as U. of Phoenix and many other online schools and programs are), the degree is no different from that issued by an "on the ground" school no matter how one personally feels about it. I would think that our ogs definitely have some members (inducted via alumnae chapters) with bachelor's degrees they achieved entirely online. Also, remember that many "on the ground" schools are now offering full degree programs online and this is only going to become more popular in the future. I have taken classes online and I found them to be, in some ways, more involved than "on the ground" classes, since I had to log in and interact with my classmates more than twice a week and write constantly because this is the major form of communication of course. Sounds like some still don't respect the online degree but this is changing. When you don't have to drive back and forth to class, break your neck to arrive on time from work, can work more easily around your schedule, and can spend that extra time with your kids and taking care of a household, the online degree option becomes more appealing although not a cake walk by any means. In fact, if you don't like to write a lot, the online degree will probably not be a great option for you. You will definitely improve your writing and comprehension skills since how well you communicate with your professor and classmates is a great contributor to your success.