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4 Ways to Optimize Your Summer While Working on Your M.Ed.

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on December 22, 2022

Everybody thinks teachers have the easiest job because they get summers off. Those of us in the schools know that this is far from the truth. Yes, teachers have the summer “off”, but that just means they aren’t getting paid, not that they aren’t working. Some teachers use their summer months to rework curriculum, revamp …

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The Value of a Master’s Degree for Teachers: ROI and Increased Salary by State [INFOGRAPHIC]

By Tyler HakesLast updated on December 22, 2022

Teachers are often underpaid–it’s no secret. Among similarly taught and trained professions, teaching is almost universally the lowest-paid profession. Accounting for worked hours and out-of-pocket expenses, that gap is potentially huge. Teaching is already one of the lowest-paid careers. The gap increases when teachers have to use their own money to cover costs in their …

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What You’ll Learn in An Online Graduate Education Degree (MEd or MAT) Program

By Tyler HakesLast updated on December 22, 2022

As someone pursuing a graduate-level degree in the education space, you’ll want to know what you’re getting yourself into, whether that’s in online M Ed courses or MAT courses. One way to prepare is to have an in-depth understanding of the program and see what kind of courses you’ll be expected to take once enrolled. …

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Best Online MBA Programs – 2016 Rankings

By Tyler HakesLast updated on December 22, 2022

Our top online MBA rankings are meant to provide a guide for prospective students on the best online MBA programs available, based on both quality and value. We performed a meta-analysis of some of the most reputable rankings of online MBA programs, which rank colleges based on education quality, interviews with graduates, job placement rates, salary …

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College Raptor’s Guide to Online MBA Degree Programs

By Tyler HakesLast updated on December 22, 2022

This guide is meant as a comprehensive resource for prospective, current, and former students interested in online MBA degree programs. It covers topics to help students understand how online MBA degree programs work, how to evaluate programs, what to look for–and avoid–in an online MBA program, how to apply and enroll in a program, and …

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How Much Does an Online MBA Cost?

By Tyler HakesLast updated on December 22, 2022

The cost of obtaining an MBA may seem prohibitive. But it doesn’t have to be. How much does an online MBA cost? While some programs are certainly expensive–upwards of $100,000–there are more and more accredited, reputable institutions offering online MBA degrees at an affordable price. This is certainly not a comprehensive list of all MBA …

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Online MBA Admissions: What You Need to Get Accepted

By Tyler HakesLast updated on November 30, 2023

Like other programs, there are online MBA admission requirements. Applying for an online MBA program can seem a bit daunting. Especially if you’ve been out of the education world for a number of years. What documentation do you need? What kinds of test scores or other relevant information will need to be included in your …

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Should You Take the GMAT Before Applying for an MBA Program?

By Tyler HakesLast updated on November 30, 2023

As more colleges have moved toward online programs and college admissions standards have evolved, the once-paramount standardized test score has decreased in significance for many programs. Master of Business Administration programs has been no exception. Should you take the GMAT? The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is, essentially equivalent to the Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) or …

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Can You Get an MBA If You Don’t Have a Business Undergraduate Degree?

By Tyler HakesLast updated on December 28, 2022

Can you get an MBA without a business degree? Given that it’s one of the most popular graduate degrees nationally is the Master of Business Administration (MBA), it’s a valid question. Many people working in the business world pursue an MBA as a way to rapidly advance their career or become more specialized in a …

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What is AACSB Accreditation for College Business Programs?

By Tyler HakesLast updated on December 22, 2022

When it comes to college programs–especially, but not only, online–accreditation is a major factor that also needs to be carefully taken into consideration by any prospective student. One of the main accrediting bodies that you’ll come across when investigating college programs is the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business or AACSB. This guide will …