4 Reasons to Consider a Local Online Degree Program - Jordan Friedman, US News

As overall online course enrollment rises, more undergraduate and graduate online learners are choosing a program near their home, according to a 2016 survey by Aslanian Market Research and the Learning House, a company that helps colleges and universities develop quality online degree programs. The recent survey found three-quarters of online students enrolled in a program within 100 miles of where they live, and 55 percent chose one within 50 miles. Dave Clinefelter, chief academic officer for the Learning House and co-author of the study, says the trend isn't too surprising as more schools embrace online education. http://www.usnews.com/education/online-education/articles/2016-10-27/4-reasons-to-consider-a-local-online-degree-program