Whether or not we like it, education will now be done online until a vaccine is found for COVID-19. That means high school graduates will be attending online college. Although this platform has been around for decades, a lot of people don’t know how it works. To understand online college further, let’s take a look at the top questions parents ask about the platform on behalf of their children.
Can my child still attend conventional college?
As of now, their only option is online college. However, the top universities in the country are planning on re-opening this fall. Of course, this entails that they have safety measures set by then. Once a vaccine is found, schools will then be free to re-open. But you should ask your self, would I be willing to risk my children’s health?
How does online college work?
Online college classes are being done through synchronous classes, which means your children will be attending live sessions with their professors and classmates. The other option is the asynchronous class. This is the self-paced mode where students make their own schedule and go through the lectures by themselves.
What happens to the money I already paid?
If you already paid for tuition in advance, note that the rates will be the same as the schools guarantee the same level of education. Your children will still receive the same degree afterwards and the same employment opportunities. Regarding room and board, the current ruling is that there will be no refunds. However, this could change since President Trump has declared a national emergency.
Will this affect my child’s career?
No, it will not. Just makes sure that they are enrolling in established educational institutions. If they are going for an online college that does not have a brick and mortar counterpart, just make sure that the online institution has federal accreditation. Accredited online colleges’ diplomas are already widely accepted by employers across America.