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| Nearing the Finish Line - Need Advice / Help |
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Posted by: Not_A_Real_Person - 10-08-2025, 11:24 AM - Forum: TESU - Thomas Edison State University Discussion
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Hi everyone,
First-time poster here! I started my degree journey back in 2021 and am finally (thankfully) nearing the finish line. It’s been a long road, but due to time and financial constraints, I really need to wrap things up soon.
My original goal was to complete the BA in Computer Science and the BS in Computer Information Systems as a double degree, and that’s what I’ve been working toward.
Here’s where I currently stand:
BA Computer Science: 112/121 credits completed
- Still need: SOS-1100, LIB-4970, and 1 upper-level CS AOS course
BS Computer Information Systems: 108/120 credits completed
- Still need: SOS-1100, BUS-4210, and 2 upper-level CIS AOS courses
In total, that’s 6 remaining courses.
For context, here’s a quick breakdown of where my credits came from:
- ~167 ACE credits (mainly Study.com, Sophia.org) - credit evaluation
- ~48.50 Foreign Credits (Regional Accreditation Equivalent) - credit evaluation
After meeting with my academic advisor, I was told that my CIS degree has already reached the 90-credit ACE transfer limit, while my CS degree currently sits at 79 ACE credits. This means I can’t use any more ACE credits toward the CIS degree, so I’d have to take the remaining upper-level CIS courses directly at TESU or find an equivalent from another university that TESU would accept (though I’m not sure which schools would offer eligible courses).
My main challenges are time and cost; I need to be completely finished by February 2026. That means registering no later than the November or December term, and I’m limited to 5 courses per term.
Another note: when I first planned this, the CIS degree was still part of the BSBA with a CIS specialization. Now that it’s its own standalone degree, I’m not sure I really want two degrees that overlap this much (CS and CIS feel too similar; I originally liked that one was a CS and the other a BSBA).
I’d really appreciate help or insight on these three points:
- Transfer options:
Is there any way I could complete the 3 upper-level courses (2 CIS, 1 CS) through another school or platform that TESU would still accept as transfer credit and something I could finish relatively quickly?
- Dropping CIS:
Would it make more sense to finish only the BA in Computer Science for now (just 3 more courses) and possibly return later for the CIS degree once I have more time and money?
(If anyone knows how long TESU credits typically remain valid for, I’d love to hear.. I’m assuming at least 5 years?)
- Alternative degree options:
Are there any other TESU degrees that could fit my existing credits without requiring all 6 remaining courses? For instance, something like a BA in Liberal Studies or General Studies, so I could still graduate with two degrees this cycle but with a lighter load.
Ideally, I’d like to avoid taking 2 capstones and multiple upper-level courses in one term since I also work full-time.
Let me know if it would be helpful for me to share my credit evaluation sheet, especially in relation to point 3.
My long-term plan is to move abroad (Canada or the U.S.) and work in data/business analysis, possibly pursuing a postgraduate diploma or master’s later on. So I’m mainly trying to figure out which path is the smartest financially and academically. I work full-time in a senior analyst role, so I’m limited to evenings and weekends for study. That’s why I’m cautious about taking a full 5-course load or overlapping capstones.
Any advice, suggestions, or personal experiences with similar paths would mean a lot. Thanks so much in advance!
Thank you for your help!
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| Accreditation database "not monitored" |
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Posted by: Stonybeach - 10-05-2025, 11:46 AM - Forum: Graduate School Discussion
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The US Department of Education states,
"Notice: Lapse of Appropriations
Due to a lapse of appropriations, information on this website may not be monitored or maintained. Inquiries may not receive a response until appropriations are enacted."
https://www.ed.gov/laws-and-policy/highe...reditation
My employer offers tuition reimbursement for education received from schools listed in the US Department of Education and are considered "recognized accredited schools" for the purpose of tuition reimbursement. Since the database is not currently updated, what other sources are available to demonstrate to my employer that the school is indeed accredited and would have been listed by the US Department of Education?
Thank you in advance.
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| Basic Program - Year 3 Autumn |
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Posted by: Charles Fout - 10-05-2025, 10:51 AM - Forum: Off Topic
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My fall term begins this week
We will
In the Seminar, we read two classics texts seeking the ungrounded ground of reason, Euclid’s Elements and Descartes Meditations on First Philosophy.
In the Tutorial we will engage in a close reading of a classic novel. The novel for 2025 is Tom Jones by Henry Fielding.
I surprised myself by enjoying "Tom Jones." I was hoping for a different novel. Now, I'm looking forward to discussing it with my cohort.
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| Shutdown cancels sports games and dances for students at military-base schools |
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Posted by: Charles Fout - 10-05-2025, 09:16 AM - Forum: Military Discussion
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So... I find myself writing to the President and my Congressional delegation again.
It is unfathomable to me that these kids are being punished.
Extracurricular activities were such an integral part of my own high school experience.
"The Department of Defense Education Activity, or DoDEA, which operates 161 schools on or near military bases worldwide, has halted all extracurricular activities, including sports, for more than 67,000 students."
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/shutdown-cancels-sports-games-dances-students-military-base-schools-rcna235545
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| Doctorates (QUICK)(CHEAP) |
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Posted by: chopliver2 - 10-04-2025, 08:24 PM - Forum: Doctorate Degree Discussion
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Quick and inexpensive if looking for the Doctor title. 100% remote.
- VUL - DHA (1 Year, if transferring 90 credits from Master's/Graduate Studies) Tracs Accredited, HBCU $22,000 ish
- ACACIA - DBA (3 Years, Quicker if they accept external credits) DEAC Accredited $12,000 ish
- UCAM - DBA (2 Years) $12,000 ish
- UNIMARCONI - DBA (2 Years) $12,000 ish
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| Free Spanish language Public Health MOOCS |
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Posted by: Avidreader - 10-04-2025, 03:50 AM - Forum: Free Courses and Certificates and Good Deals
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I believe nobody has shared the Escuela de Salud Pública de México (School of Public Health of Mexico) free courses before. Most of their educational offerings are pricey but they have a few free MOOCs for CEU credit in case anyone is interested.
Classes:
Nutrition courses:
Food guides for Mexican Population
Diabetes and other chronic diseases
Food orientation
Infectious diseases:
Vector transmitted disease management
Ebola virus management
Diarrhea Diseases. Cholera management
Acute respiratory disease management and similar diseases like Influenza
Sexual and reproductive health:
Teenage pregnancy prevention
Sexual health management prevention teenage pregnancy
Pregnant women and children under 5:
Breastfeeding
AMBAR Woman and newborn management based on evidence
Environmental Health and vector transmitted diseases:
Biology and control of Aedes aegypti for field staff
Basic concepts of Environmental Health
Quality of medical care:
Grief management
Medical care quality improvement
Social determinants:
Essential concepts social health determinants
Official website:
https://clima.espm.mx/
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| British Council Free Counsellor Certification |
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Posted by: Robson - 10-03-2025, 01:41 AM - Forum: Free Courses and Certificates and Good Deals
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UK certified counsellor training
Agent and counsellor training from the British Council provides you with in-depth knowledge and awareness of the UK as a study destination, so you can help and support UK-bound students effectively.
Key topics covered in the training include:
- preparing students for a UK education
- student experience, accommodation and cost of living
- employability, career services and post-study options
- tuition fees, finances and the payment landscape.
The training is 100% online and it is free of charge. Modules can be taken in any order, at any time. Experienced agents and counsellors can go straight to the assessment, saving study time.
Please note that new users who register on the UK agent and counsellor training and engagement hub but do not log in again within three months will be archived from our system. Certified agents and counsellors need to recertify every two years.
UK certified counsellor certificate and digital badge
When you successfully complete the training course and confirm your understanding of the national code of ethical practice for education agentsyou will receive an online certificate and digital badge from the British Council. They will be visible in the ‘My Awards’ section of the UK training and engagement hub when you are logged in.
The certificate and digital badge, which are valid for two years, allow you to share your achievement and show that you have the appropriate knowledge and awareness of the UK as a study destination.
Please note that a certificate and badge can only be applied to an individual rather than a whole organisation or business, and that the British Council does not formally endorse, accredit or validate you.
If you are UK certified, you can also add your details to the database of certified counsellors, which is used by education providers, students and students’ parents.
Link: https://www.britishcouncil.org/education...ing-agents
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