by Cicely Richard

Created on: January 17, 2009   Last Updated: January 18, 2009

There are a number of online degrees out there. Some are more reputable than others. The best value online degrees offer the students a comprehensive curriculum that they will be able to use in their chosen field, and the programs are a reasonable price for potential students. Top5OnlineColleges.com lists the best five online colleges according to their criteria and provides information about each program's financial aid options, length of time students have to complete the class, and whether they offer student advising. According to their standards, the following are the best value online degrees available.

University of Phoenix

This is one of the most popular online degree programs, and they offer classes in approximately 200 online and free-standing locations. Most of their professors have Ph.D.s. When a person enrolls in one of their degree programs, they can begin their classes the next week. They offer financial aid as well as a flexible payment option where students can pay for one class at a time instead of paying for the entire semester.

Kaplan University

This online school offers more than 70 programs. Students have the option of taking classes online or at one of their campuses. Students decide how fast or show they want to work on their degree program. In order to get information about financial aid option, students can request information on their website. They offer help 20 hours a day.

American Intercontinental University

AIU is a fully accredited, accelerated online degree program. They have interactive classes and 24 hour online support for students. They offer financial aid for qualifying students. They offer a flexible scheduling plan and career services to students.

Cappella University

Most of the professors who teach at this online university are Ph.D. holders. There student enrollment, more than 23,000, is equivalent to the student enrollment of a traditional university. They offer a number of undergraduate degree programs, ranging from business, education and psychology. Students have flexible start dates and can receive financial aid if they qualify.

Everest University Online

This online program corresponds with their physical location. This university offers 13 programs in a number of disciplines, including business, criminal justice, paralegal studies and information technology. Their programs are set up to be transferable to the professional world. Students who qualify can talk to someone to explore their financial aid options. They offer counseling to their online students, just like traditional students.

Even though these programs are fully accredited, they all offer different programs which may or may not fit an individual's particular needs. Potential students can request information from their websites about course studies.

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