So You’re Going to a Transfer Fair

As an adult student, you may read this headline and think, “Aren’t transfer fairs for 20-year-old students moving away from home to attend college? If I complete a bachelor’s degree, I’ll have to do it online. A transfer fair isn’t for me.” This is a myth I am pleased to debunk. Transfer fairs serve all...
 

Time Management Tips for Online Learners

Time management is difficult for everyone – students, employees and parents.  It’s even more difficult when you’re trying to juggle multiple roles! Use the following tips to help organize your time: Budget your time – Plan on spending an adequate amount of study time per class. A good rule is to spend two to three...
 

Student Spotlight: Mattie Gardner

Mattie Gardner is earning her master's in Educational Leadership with Instructional Leadership Certification online. The flexible coursework allows her to balance her degree alongside her busy schedule as a teacher and volleyball coach!
 

5 Tips to Help Prepare You for Your First Semester as an Online Student

Online learning is a convenient way for students who work full-time or live far from campus to take courses. Online courses are just as demanding as traditional courses; however, by preparing early you can set yourself up for success. Here are five tips to help you get ready for your first semester as an online...
 

In Her Own Words: Amber

Amber shares about her experience in the online master's in Secondary Education program with Reading Specialist certification.
 

In Her Own Words: Ashley Neal

Ashley Neal shares her experience from when she earned her bachelor's online in Hospitality Management from The University of Alabama.
 

In Her Own Words: Nicole Hill

After a good deal of researching online Aerospace Engineering MS programs, I had a difficult time choosing. I originally chose another school, but after one semester I transferred to UA, primarily because the courses cost approximately 40% less per credit hour than either of the other two programs. UA also had the highest time limit...
 

In Her Own Words: Tiffany Sochureck

Tiffany Sochureck shares her experience in UA's online RN to BSN program.
 

In His Own Words: Jacob Genet

Jacob Genet shares his experience as a student in UA's 100% online master's in Operations Management program and why he chose it.
 

Alumni Special: Jill Rose

Jill Rose earned her bachelor's online in Commerce and Business Administration and was inspired and equipped to follow her career dreams.