Distance Education Resources
Distance Learning: When searching for a course or degree program, keep in mind the importance of accreditation. Some accrediting agencies (such as DETC) will not transfer to other institutions. If you have any questions or concerns about the integrity of a program, please feel free to contact us at Cook County Higher Education, 218-387-3411 or highered@northshorecampus.orgCCHE's Favorite Distance Links:
EduChoice - Directory of colleges and courses.
E-Learning Guide - Searchable database of accredited online certificate, undergraduate, and graduate degree programs compiled by U.S. News and World Report.
College Resources - Distance learning courses available on the Internet.
Free Practice Tests Test preparation previews for college entrance tests, GRE, PRAXIS, nursing -- just about everything! Great site to find out which skills you need to hone before taking your actual exam.
Distance Education and Training Council - Degree and Training Programs. Schools accredited by the Distance Education Training Council (DETC), while recognized as quality programs, may not transfer to other institutions.
Education Online Search - A college and career education search engine.
Education Search - Education, career, scholarship, and more -- lots of information on this site!!
Get Educated - A Directory of Online Colleges, Internet Universities, and Training Institutes.
Globewide Network Academy - Distance courses and degree programs of all types.
Graduate Programs - Distance degree programs for graduate students. Select "Distance Education Programs" from the drop-down menu under "Search by Graduate School."
Lake Superior College - On-line college courses.
Laurentian Community & Technical Colleges - On-line training courses (non credit).
Mind Edge - A Directory of Courses, Training, and Degree Programs.
Minnesota Online - Distance learning courses and degree programs in Minnesota.
Minnesota Virtual University - ISEEK - Another resource for distance learning courses and degree programs in Minnesota, along with career information.
New Horizons Computer Learning Centers - On-line training courses (non credit).
Education Online Search - A college and career education search engine.
University of Minnesota Distance Learning - Catalog of distance learning courses for college or high school.
University of Wisconsin Distance Learning - Catalog of distance learning courses for college, high school, or continuing education.
USDA Graduate School - Certificate courses for career development.
Virtual University - Continuing Education courses covering a wide variety of topics.
College Planning Tools:
Distance Learning Calculator - Determine out how much you can save by taking distance learning courses.
College Costs - Use this calculator to determine how much attending college will cost.
College Financing - A calculator to help you determine your financial options, needs, and potential grant and loan awards.