More and more people today are choosing to take classes online instead of going for the traditional University experience. There are many benefits to taking online classes and I am here to discuss a few.
You can live at home!
With the cost of traditional university on the rise living at home can save you a tremendous amount of money. From my own experience I've noticed that those who go away to college before they're ready tend to not fare as well in the outside world.
Flexibility
You aren't being forced to spend hours a day in a classroom. You can do your studying from the comfort of your own home and bed. You don't even have to get dressed. I know for me, doing homework in my pajamas with a tub of ice cream is a bonus.
You can work full time.
While doing traditional college classes it can be really hard to find a decent job that you don't have to work late hours or spending double your time out of your home. If you go to class all day then work all night you can burn out quickly. With online courses you can schedule your own study time.
You make your schedule
Other than due dates you can make your own schedule to study. Obviously you still have to keep up with your course load and that can be a struggle for some while you first start online classes but ultimately it saves you time. I have three children and a part time job and manage online courses. If traditional university were my only option, I wouldn't be able to complete my degree.
It offers a great alternative for those who can't go to university
There are so many people having children younger and younger. While I'm not condoning this, it's happening. I had my first child at twenty. I was a waitress and hadn't started college yet. Or even those suffering through severe depression or a disability that makes navigating a college campus nearly impossible. It is a great opportunity afforded to those who wouldn't be able to complete college otherwise.
