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Fear No English Class
Fear No English Class
By: Greg Gildersleeve June 15, 2016
English. That subject you dreaded in high school. Now you’re considering returning to school at an online degree institution such as Grantham University. There’s only one problem. You have to take that course ... English class. But fear not. English…
Online Degree vs Traditional University Pros and Cons
Online Degree vs. Traditional University: Pros and Cons
By: University of Arkansas Grantham May 23, 2016
Now is the time many traditional college campuses are enrolling students for the fall semester. Maybe you’ve thought about going back to school, but aren’t sure how to make it work with your schedule. Perhaps an online degree program is…
6 Common Grammatical Mistakes to Avoid on Cover Letters
6 Common Grammatical Mistakes to Avoid on Cover Letters
By: University of Arkansas Grantham May 17, 2016
R U ready to write ur next ppr? If you find yourself writing like you’re sending a text instead of a cover letter or a research paper, you might need a few refreshers before tackling that big assignment for your…
The One Word that Could Help You Finish Your 100% Online Degree Faster
By: University of Arkansas Grantham June 15, 2015
Let’s take a moment to talk about Sir Isaac Newton. I remember sitting in my ninth grade Physical Science course, trying to understand the very basic physics concepts that Mr. Jameson was throwing at me. I've always been more of…
Why are electives important and how should I choose them?
Why are electives important and how should I choose them?
By: University of Arkansas Grantham December 30, 2014
One of my favorite things to do with the blog is to be able to answer frequently asked questions, squash widely-held myths on subject and spotlight ordinary people doing remarkable things. Last week, we looked at the theory and inherent…
Busy Schedule - 6 Simple Ways to Balance School with Work and Family
Busy Schedule? 6 Simple Ways to Balance School with Work and Family
By: University of Arkansas Grantham February 25, 2013
Adult learners who enroll in online degree programs frequently have many other responsibilities to juggle in their daily lives. Of course, there's school. But there's also work ... and a family. Using time management skills may seem like an easy task, but…
Regional Versus National Accreditation FAQ’s
By: University of Arkansas Grantham September 13, 2012
At Grantham University, we're frequently asked the difference between Regional Accreditation and National Accreditation. Over time, we've developed this list of Frequently Asked Questions in response: What is the difference between national and regional accreditation? There are many more similarities…
6 Options When Military Tuition Assistance Runs Out
By: University of Arkansas Grantham May 8, 2012
One of the primary benefits of being an active military service member while pursuing an online education is the military tuition assistance offered as part of your service. Tuition assistance pays up to $250 per credit hour ($4,500 total) until the fiscal year cap…
The 5 Most Common Mistakes on Research Papers
By: University of Arkansas Grantham January 9, 2012
Editor's note: Matt Diggs is a faculty member at UA Grantham who teaches the capstone seminar that all multidisciplinary degree students must complete. He also teaches a variety of social science electives in the College of Arts and Sciences. As part of…
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