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  Non-US Grad Cert Options?
Posted by: Dlo79 - 05-23-2025, 11:43 AM - Forum: Graduate School Discussion - Replies (4)

Like an onion, this area/topic seems to have layers  Big Grin

As I've been exploring this site, I've learned a lot.  I'm very much interested in the ability to take these non-US based platforms and FCE them into grad certs and credits here in the US, so like many (I assume), I started with ENEB (I'd rather have the inexpensive college credit/certs than spend the same $ for something like Coursera, edX, etc).  Personally I have had a great experience with them with no complaints at all.  That said, I wanted more options than just business related programs so I started searching and found Masstercursos.  I'm probably 90% sold on them being my next platform, but I continued to search and found Woolf and eMagister.  Unlike ENEB and Masstercursos, Woolf and eMagister appear to be aggregators (for lack of a better term), bringing together various programs from other institutions and offering a much larger scope of subject matter, which very much appeals to me.  The Woolf offerings SEEM like they'll be easier to FCE into certs/credits here (TBD), but I think I'll need to go institution by institution with the eMagister offerings to see how those will fare.  I might be biting off more than I can chew here, but are there any other "aggregators" out there (preferably proven to FCE if possible) that I should explore?  I don't mind the research as I love to learn (that's why many of us are here I'd say), but I'm not sure what exactly I'd search FOR when trying to find more options.  Any help with search terms or even helping point me at specific sites would be greatly appreciated. TIA

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  Cheap RA credits (online)
Posted by: FungiTao - 05-23-2025, 10:12 AM - Forum: Degree Planning Advice - Replies (8)

Hi all,

I'm approaching the ACE 90 credit limit - TESU BACS (international student).

I haven't started gathering RA credit yet and I'm looking for recommendations for cheap RA online colleges / RA providers.

These have caught my eye:

  • Diné College
  • New Mexico Junior College

Does anybody have any experience in using these colleges and/or recommend any others?

(I'm planning on doing a couple of TECEPs and TEL Learning courses also!)

Thanks!

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  Alternatives to English Composition 2
Posted by: FungiTao - 05-23-2025, 04:53 AM - Forum: Saylor.org, Straighterline, Study.com, Sophia.Org, Coursera Discussion - Replies (4)

Hi all,

I'm currently doing the Study.com English Composition 2, but am unsatisfied with the assignment requirements (6 submissions at >= 70%).

Considering switching to TEL learning, however I am unsure of their assignment requirements (however the RA credits would be beneficial!) - anyone have any experience with their course?

Getting it done as quick as possible is more important to me than cost, therefore any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

(I've already considered the DSST English multiple choice exam, however unfortunately, it's unavailable to take in my country.

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  i just want a BS or BA
Posted by: kokes - 05-22-2025, 06:36 PM - Forum: Degree Planning Advice - Replies (2)

Your Location: Kansas, USA
Your Age: 40
What kind of degree do you want?: Flexible – likely Liberal Studies, Business, or Tech (I’m strong with computers, product thinking, and testing)
Current Regional Accredited Credits:
Red Rocks Community College – Total Credits: 27

  • CIS 115: Intro to Computer Info Systems – 4 cr, B
  • CIS 116: Logic and Program Design – 3 cr, A
  • CSC 160: Computer Science I (C++) – 5 cr, D - i know this won't transfer 
  • MTD 174: Game Design I – 3 cr, A
  • ACC 101: Fundamentals of Accounting – 3 cr, A
  • ACC 115: Payroll Accounting – 3 cr, C
  • ACC 175: Sales Tax – 1 cr, B
  • BTE 100: Keyboarding – 1 cr, C
  • BTE 108: Ten-Key by Touch – 1 cr, B
  • BUS 115: Intro to Business – 3 cr, A
ASU UL (Universal Learner):
  • CSE 101: Intro to Programming – 3 cr, pass
Current ACE, CLEP, or NCCRS Credits: None yet (looking to begin Sophia, Study.com, maybe Saylor)
Any certifications or military experience? No military; completed CSPO and BBST Foundations (non-credit)
Budget: Ideally under $30K total; will spend more if needed for speed or simplicity
Commitments: Full-time job + family, but flexible
Dedicated time to study: Evenings and weekends (~30–40 hrs/week possible)
Timeline: Would love to finish in under 12 months if possible
Tuition assistance/reimbursement: None currently

My Goals:
  • Earn a regionally accredited bachelor’s degree online as fast and affordably as possible
  • Maximize use of existing college credit
  • Utilize Sophia, Study.com, CLEP, etc. for most remaining credit
  • Prefer TESU (BALS?) or UMPI (BAS?), but open to suggestions if there's a faster/better fit

My Questions:
  1. Based on my credits, would TESU BALS or UMPI BAS/BA be faster or more cost-effective?
  2. Should I get started with Sophia or Study.com now, or wait until a degree plan is mapped out?

My current (terrible) plan is to stock up on CLEPs and ACE as much as possible while defending as much PLA as i can with my portfolio and seeing what is left over at a college. Charter Oak seems to be the most amenable to this from what i have read but won't talk to me directly until i register. 


Any advice would be lovely, 
Kokes

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  Concerning the upper limit on credits earned per semester
Posted by: Epiphany.y - 05-22-2025, 06:32 PM - Forum: Degree Planning Advice - Replies (1)

Question: Whether it's TESU or UMPI, is the maximum number of credits one can earn in a single semester 15? If I still need 21 RA credits, does that mean I have to complete my bachelor's degree in at least two semesters?

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  Free Microsoft Learn "Challenges/Skills Fests", worth it!
Posted by: infradata.it@gmail.com - 05-22-2025, 06:23 PM - Forum: Free Courses and Certificates and Good Deals - No Replies

If its free IT certifications, or a chance at them, I'm generally around.

These Free Microsoft Learn "Challenges/Skills Fests", are worth it!

DO THEM!

Why? = "Most M$ Certifications have ACE credit value"

I generally get 1 every other challenge/fest, or about 1 a year, past 3 years. (always from Pearson)

This AI one is, Choice of ("Show me, the credits!"):

  • Exam AI-900: Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals (1 credit, LD/LL, artificial intelligence)
  • Exam AI-102: Designing and Implementing a Microsoft Azure AI Solution (3 credits, UD/UL, computer science)

[Image: free-m-cert-v0-j914y1ty2f2f1.png?width=5...4624f1bbb3]

M$ Learn is totally free, has great lessons if you want them, and lots of discounts, freebies, and promotions (less these days, but some)

ALSO.. its format is VERY similar to many other online learning providers, if you want to get the hang of them,, free and with no risk of "meaningful failure"

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  Associate Degree in Computer Studies
Posted by: akr680 - 05-22-2025, 11:49 AM - Forum: TESU - Thomas Edison State University Discussion - Replies (3)

I hold a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from India, along with 90 ACE credits earned in the United States. I am interested in pursuing an Associate Degree in Computer Studies. Could you provide information on the feasibility of this and the associated costs?

Additionally, I am close to completing a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business Administration, lacking only the cornerstone and capstone courses. However, I prefer not to invest in this degree at this time.

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  TESU - Keeping Active Student status
Posted by: legenwait4itdary - 05-22-2025, 07:45 AM - Forum: TESU - Thomas Edison State University Discussion - Replies (10)

Hello guys,

I have been busy recently and while I have completed quite a few courses and started Linear Algebra with Coopersmith a couple of month ago (and kind of stopped working on it but started again just recently) I completely forgot that I have not enrolled for a course with TESU so, technically, I am not a student or not an active student(?) Last year, when I first enrolled I did not have to sign up for the Medical Terminology (?) because I was offered some courses for free which allowed me to be an active student and have unlimited transcript evaluations (which I used quite a bit as I took a few courses with Study.com). 

Now, I think I should have enrolled for another course to keep my status active a couple of month ago but I did not. Can I still do it? Am I still a student or do I have to re-apply again? I hope the former is the case and if it is I will take the Medcial Terminology course (as soon as I can log into my account as I have been having massive issues lately).

Thank you in advance for your help!

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  Oakford Academy - International Language School
Posted by: bjcheung77 - 05-22-2025, 03:30 AM - Forum: General Education-Related Discussion - Replies (6)

Just wondering if anyone has taken classes from this institution before?  They've got a few languages and I am interested in learning more about their programs if anyone has taken classes previously.  They're in the European Union I believe, so their target market is still people in Europe, I think they're expanding globally as they're adding languages and also partnerships.

With ENEB partnership, it's just $50 Euro/12 months (without ENEB, it's $450 Euro a year). It feels like a good deal if you purchase the ENEB and Oakford together, 12 month subscription, it's like having ENEB for free and paying for Oakford!  I want to compare this with other cheapies or freebies such as Berlitz, Duolingo, Rosetta Stone, etc.  Anyone take the ENEB deal?  

Link: Oakford International Language School

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  Opinions on Upgrad.com Please
Posted by: SophiaPrincess - 05-21-2025, 11:42 PM - Forum: Graduate School Discussion - Replies (19)

Does anyone have any experience with Upgrad.com?  They appear to be a marketing agent primarily promoting heavily discounted foreign graduate degrees to Indian students. I believe the company is based in India but they have university partners in a number of countries including the USA.  Their sloppy and aggressive sales practices created the impression it was a scam but after further digging, I believe they may be legit.  Upgrad claims a huge number of students.

I have read conflicting information. Most sites, including their own, imply they are marketing for various universities. Purported students at a couple of sites claim Upgrad provides their professors. Upgrad's site mentions supporting students but not teaching them. This gave rise to the concern that Upgrad might provide teachers for their students in place of the professors at the university partners, with the university partners only issuing the degrees

Basically, I'm just trying to determine if I pay Upgrad the heavily discounted tuition rate to obtain an MBA or DBA/PhD will their university partner receive the money, allow me to matriculate, allow me to take classes in the normal manner,  and eventually graduate from the university or would I be taught by Upgrad employees?   Thank you in advance for your advice.

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