(ARA) - Earning a degree may be the best defense against a challenging economy. Education is an investment that can make a positive professional impact for the rest of your life.
Those with graduate degrees earn an average of $25,000 more per year than their peers who have not completed graduate-level education, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Going back to school could increase your chances of landing a higher-paying job when you're done with your education.
A degree can set you apart from other job-hunters. Continuing your education may be the most important decision you can make in your career.
Still unsure about going back to school? Ask yourself these 5 key questions:
- Where do I want to be when the economy turns for the better?
- Which degree program and school are the best options to take me there?
- How will I know what I'm getting for my investment?
- What will the actual experience be like?
- How will I manage the cost and time commitment?
- Which school offers the flexibility to fit education into my busy life?
Capella University, an online university, offers bachelor's and graduate programs in high-demand fields.
Earning a degree from Capella will help position you as a desirable candidate as more jobs become available, and can help distinguish you from your peers now, while the competition is tough.
Selecting a
university and program can be difficult. You need a program that will give you the skills you need to advance, a format that will fit your life, and the right academic, financial, and career support.
How you experience your education is also critical. Will you get the support you need? How will you interact with faculty and other students? What will classes be like? At Capella University, the courses are challenging and students engage with peers and faculty around the country. In addition, students enjoy support resources, including academic advisors, financial aid counselors, writing coaches, a full-service library, and a wealth of online academic success resources.
Capella also values students' experience and prior learning, not only in course work and discussions, but also through transfer credit and, in some programs, a Prior Learning Assessment to seek credit for certifications and professional experience.
For an adult professional, earning that next degree is a significant commitment. Capella has built its reputation on delivering a respected education for working adults with full lives. And Capella helps its students access financial aid; 75 percent of students at Capella receive financial assistance.
Capella University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA), www.ncahlc.org.
Pursuing a graduate degree at Capella University can put you in a stronger position professionally, both now and in the future. Visit
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