Released on = February 28, 2007, 6:08 pm

Press Release Author = Don Keith

Industry = Education

Press Release Summary = While online degree programs offer great flexibility,
Virginia College recognizes that this unique learning opportunity isn\'t for
everybody.

Press Release Body = February 28, 2007 Phoenix, AZ -- In response to an increasing
need for non-traditional classes and flexible learning environments, particularly
for returning students, Virginia College has developed a curriculum that rivals that
of standard brick and mortar universities. While many students inquire about the
wide variety of online degrees at Virginia College, which range from Business
Administration to Health Services Management, not every student is equipped for the
challenge of online schools.

Stan Banks, President of Virginia College Online, observes, "Some people think
attending an online school means they get easy classes or a less-than-strenuous
program. That is not true. Our curricula are demanding in order to produce
graduates who are able to compete with those from any other college, online or
traditional, in the workforce. Successful online students are motivated,
disciplined and willing to work to acquire the knowledge and skills they will need
to be successful."

The success of an online education depends just as much on the traits of the student
as the quality of the college. There are several key factors that indicate whether
a student is likely to be successful in an online degree program like those offered
at Virginia College. Online education requires discipline and time management
skills to be able to both work and devote enough time to coursework. Students must
be able to get their point across in writing, as there is little verbal interaction
with instructors. Online schools like Virginia College require students to be
comfortable using computers and the Internet.

Because Virginia College recognizes that online schools aren\'t for everybody, they
offer potential students an actual online course with no obligation. The course
teaches the basics of taking classes via the Internet and is available on the main
campus web page: http://www.vconline.edu, by choosing "student login," then
selecting the "orientation" link.



Web Site = http://www.vconline.edu

Contact Details = Virginia College Online
http://www.vconline.edu
300 River Hills Business Park
Birmingham, AL 35242
1-877-207-1933