08-27-2017, 01:12 PM (This post was last modified: 08-27-2017, 01:21 PM by shamin.)
First of all, I would like to express my sincere thanks towards this helpful community. I am a secondary school dropout and I came to know about GED through this forum. My very first post on this forum was posted on 01-25-2017 and I started studying for GED and passed my GED on 03-31-2017.
I love networking, web development, programming and computer science and I am thinking to pursue a degree in a relative field. I am a self-learner and I hold a CCNA certification already.
I would like to get a plan on pursuing my degree on a minimum budget. Kindly please recommend me a University / Program and if they accept credits from Saylor/Schmoop/Straighterline/Study.com courses, etc.
Please advice and Thanks, in advance, for any assistance
Well, you've given several options that aren't necessarily related (all computers, but completely different paths).
I think, first, you need to study some different degrees, to see what interests you. You also need to look at job openings, to see what the different degrees the different jobs are going to require.
Here are some options for degrees (all take ACE, but most are not 100% test-out-able):
WGU (competency-based): BSIT w/ or w/o concentration, BS Cybersecurity, BS SW Dev, BSB in IT Mgmt
TESU: BA in CompSci, BS in IT
EC: BS in IT w/ or w/o concentration
Hodges UPOWER (competency-based): CIT, Cybersecurity, SW Dev
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08-27-2017, 05:30 PM (This post was last modified: 08-27-2017, 05:34 PM by sanantone.)
IT and computer science cover most or all of those things depending on which school you go to. But, it doesn't really matter if they don't cover one area in depth; that's what certifications are for. Software development will cover web development and programming depending on the school, but this is usually a concentration for a reason. Networking and programming aren't usually majors at the baccalaureate level either. They're normally concentrations. I would not recommend cybersecurity since you didn't express an interest in cybersecurity, information security, or information assurance.
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I am an International student and don't know much about the credit transfers / colleges in USA. So can some one kindly tell me the proceedure to get enrolled ? Also what are the credits I can pursuit outside TESU for above program? How do I find it?
In order to transfer credits earned outside the US, you have to have them evaluated by an agency listed on the previous page. If English isn't your first language, then you'll also need the TOEFL. Otherwise, the procedure is the same as for out of state US students, and you can follow the general advice we give here.
I've attached a spreadsheet for the BACS. I don't have one for the ASNSM-CS. The main difference is an extra theory course that the BACS doesn't require, however if you take it, it will count towards the BACS AOS. I know because I considered trying to get it awarded along with my BACS, but was missing that one theory course. If I had planned it from the beginning, I could probably have worked it in.
That said, we don't generally recommend associate's degrees from TESU for a couple of reasons. First, TESU charges the same residency waiver fee for the associate's that they do for a bachelor's making it rather expensive. Worse, it's never been crystal clear in exactly what circumstances the same fee can apply to both degrees, so there's a risk you could end up paying it a second time. Second, at least in the US, an associate's degree has limited usefulness in the job market.
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I am in a similar situation - except that I am an academic reset student - I already have a degree in engineering (from my home country), but I just want to do it all over again.
As part of the plan, I was doing high school at Penn Foster. I started it for a different reason (to motivate my daughter) but she moved on to other interesting things in life. I persisted and just submitted my last assignment. This completes my high school diploma.
I am torn between the TESU ASNSM and Penn Foster Associate degree with CIS. My high-school college-bound electives take care of 15 credits at Penn Foster, so I'll have to do only 45. Downside, Penn Foster is NA so further options will be limited. I am mostly targeting WGU, and they accept NA degrees, so that might not be a problem. With TESU I'll have more options but I have to do more credits.
In order to transfer credits earned outside the US, you have to have them evaluated by an agency listed on the previous page. If English isn't your first language, then you'll also need the TOEFL. Otherwise, the procedure is the same as for out of state US students, and you can follow the general advice we give here.
I've attached a spreadsheet for the BACS. I don't have one for the ASNSM-CS. The main difference is an extra theory course that the BACS doesn't require, however if you take it, it will count towards the BACS AOS. I know because I considered trying to get it awarded along with my BACS, but was missing that one theory course. If I had planned it from the beginning, I could probably have worked it in.
That said, we don't generally recommend associate's degrees from TESU for a couple of reasons. First, TESU charges the same residency waiver fee for the associate's that they do for a bachelor's making it rather expensive. Worse, it's never been crystal clear in exactly what circumstances the same fee can apply to both degrees, so there's a risk you could end up paying it a second time. Second, at least in the US, an associate's degree has limited usefulness in the job market.
Thankyou for guidance. Do you recommend that I finish the credits from saylor and others before applying to TESU ?
I am aware of Saylor, ALEKS, DSST, The Institutes and CSU CBE Global. Can you please tell me what does SL stands for?
I n general, if you know what school and degree you want to pursue, it's better to chart out a degree plan with credit mappings from these providers and finish as much as you can before enrolling.
08-28-2017, 01:38 PM (This post was last modified: 08-28-2017, 01:39 PM by davewill.)
(08-28-2017, 01:05 PM)shamin Wrote: Thankyou for guidance. Do you recommend that I finish the credits from saylor and others before applying to TESU ?
I am aware of Saylor, ALEKS, DSST, The Institutes and CSU CBE Global. Can you please tell me what does SL stands for?
Thankyou for the plan provided.
No, I generally recommend applying as soon as you're ready to commit to the process. Go ahead and get your previous credits evaluated and sent in, then will you be sure exactly what courses you need. Meanwhile, go ahead and work on courses you know you'll need, and the TOEFL if it applies. Be sure to include Study.com in your plan, even if it's only one or two courses. TESU offers BIG discounts (you can save over $1000) for the study.com affiliate pricing.
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