How to Earn a College Degree Without Going to College

An updated, detailed guide which shows adults how to obtain an external degree through life experience, independent study, examinations and correspondence courses. Includes a directory of over 600 external degree programs in 271 fields of study. All institutions are fully accredited state, local and private colleges and universities. Provides readers with all the information necessary to decide which options are ideally suited for their needs.

COLLEGES AND EXTERNAL DEGREE PROGRAMS. How Colleges Have Changed for You. A Look Inside Alternative Education. How to Succeed at Independent Study. Selecting the Right External Degree Program. Directory of External Degree Programs. HOW YOU CAN EARN COLLEGE CREDITS. Earning College Credits at Work and Play. Turning Your Knowledge into Credits. The College in Your Mailbox. How to Earn Credits Through Examinations. Index. Update.