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The U.S. Department of Education reports that earnings increase with education for both women and men. "Measured in constant 2006 dollars, median earnings for young adults ages 25-34 who worked full time throughout a full year increased as education level increased for each year shown between 1995 and 2006." "The earnings difference between those with at least a bachelor's degree and those with less education increased between the longer period of 1980 and 2006." "For example, in 1980, young adults with a bachelor's degree or higher earned $14,600 more than those who did not earn a high school diploma or its equivalent. In 2000, this difference increased to $23,400 and was $23,000 in 2006.

Source: U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics. (2008). The Condition of Education 2008
http://nces.ed.gov/fastfacts/display.asp?id=77

"Numerous studies have consistently shown that going to college has broad and quantifiable national impacts that occur over and above the effects of mediating factors, such as income and age. This report builds on the work of related studies by articulating the benefits of higher education on a 50-state basis."Source: Institute for Higher Education Policy. (2005). The Investment Payoff: A 50-State Analysis of the Public and Private Benefits of Higher Education
http://www.ihep.org/Publications/publications-detail.cfm?id=43

Online Degree Programs at South University

A growing number of people turn to online education as a means to advancing their career, building on current skills and improve their resumes. Many of these individuals may not have the time needed to pursue a traditional education in a brick-and-mortar classroom. But how does a degree from an online program stand up to an on-campus program? Thanks to the growing number of accredited colleges and universities developing online programs in addition a larger demand for an educated workforce, the outlook is excellent.

So what is accreditation? Accreditation is the approval of an educational institution or program by an official review board that sets rules and guidelines for educational institutions and standards. Accredited status is one of the most important factors in determining the legitimacy of any college or university. As more online programs and schools are approved by accrediting bodies, a growing number of employers are starting to recognize online education as a qualifier for a job candidate, making it possible for more working adults to continue their education and advance their career without sacrificing commitments to work and family.

According to a survey conducted by the Sloan Consortium entitled Staying the Course: Online Education in the United States, 2008, "enrollment rose by more than twelve percent from a year earlier. The survey of more than 2,500 colleges and universities nationwide finds approximately 3.94 million students were enrolled in at least one online course in fall 2007." An online education from an accredited institution makes it possible for working adults - and employers - to have confidence that the education is reliable and of a quality that meets of exceeds the standards of an accrediting body. The U.S. Department of Education offers additional information on College Accreditation in the United States.

South University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of South University.

Graduating from South University

South University's online programs feature the same curriculum that is taught at our on-ground campuses. Our students receive the same level of instruction, academic support, quality education and degree that students at our on-ground campuses receive. When you graduate from one our online programs, you will not receive an online degree - you will receive a degree from South University's Savannah, GA campus, delivered in an online format.

In addition, when it is your time to graduate, you will not only receive a diploma from South University's Savannah, GA campus, you will have the opportunity to walk with your fellow classmates at the graduation commencement ceremony in Savannah. Watch the 2008 Fall Graduation Ceremony here.

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