Benefits of Higher Education

By making the decision to continue your education you are adding considerable value to yourself, your local economy, and society in general:

• Your individual yearly earnings are directly related to the amount of education you have obtained
• The typical full-time worker with a bachelor’s degree in the United States earns 62 percent more than a full-time worker with only a high school diploma or GED
• Those with master’s degrees can earn up to twice as much
• Two-thirds of entry-level college graduates receive health benefits compared to just one-third of entry-level high school graduates

• 76 percent of college graduates voted in the last presidential election, compared to just 49 percent of those without a four-year degree
• Studies have shown that those who hold a bachelor’s degree or higher are more likely than those who do not to volunteer their time to improve their communities
• Education has continually been proven as one of the most effective forms of crime prevention
• A better educated workforce will earn higher wages as a direct result of their increased levels of skill and knowledge

The proportion of the adult population holding a bachelor’s degree is currently around 30 percent and continuously rising. As more and more college graduates flood the work force it is imperative that those who have not completed their four- year education do so to secure their place within their particular industry.

Why Learn Online

With the number of virtual students climbing nearly 30 percent on a yearly basis there is no question that online classrooms have revolutionized today’s version of education. Here are a few reasons why:

• Classrooms are virtual and thus accessible from wherever the student happens to be.
• Geographic location no longer plays a part in what degree programs students have access to.
• Because online courses can be accessed anytime or anywhere with internet access, students can advance at their own pace.
• Classes are “open” on a 24 hour basis meaning that class time is completely up to the student. This provides much needed flexibility for students with heavy workloads or children.
• In today’s global economy, workers communicate virtually across oceans and time zones. By using the internet to attend class, valuable technological skills are being learned that can transcend into business acumen.
• Online classes level the playing field by providing anonymity and eliminating the chance of social bias. Because classroom discussions are done through chat rooms or message boards, students have more time to formulate their response and therefore are more likely to engage in conversations with their peers and instructors.

In just a few years the internet has created an online learning experience that offers the opportunity for anyone, anywhere to earn their degree. Experience the benefits of online education yourself. Click here for more information.

Careers with SMN

Student Match Network unites the best online education programs with eager students looking to continue their quest for knowledge. It’s all made possible by the dedication of our employees.

When you work at Student Match Network, everyday is full of new challenges and goals. This is a place where your success is truly a result of your own effort. And since we promote online learning available through latest technology, it is no surprise that we work in an equally energetic and fast-paced atmosphere.

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