Could anybody take a guess as to who the AP Computer Science A Exam would come in at TESU? 

Do you think that that would fulfill the Intro to Programming requirement for the BACS?

I read in the forum that some folks got this offer for two free TECEPs in February, so I went ahead and applied to TESU. After not getting the offer within a few days of acceptance, setting up in the portal, etc. I emailed [email protected] to ask about it. As you can see in the following, the email text says "general education" TECEPs. However, in the "scholarship eligibility form" I am seeing the long list includes 3000, and 4000 course codes - which I believe is for upper level. Also, note that they say it is first-come, not need-based, and not guaranteed. I am also unclear on how long you have to actually take the TECEPs with this offer. So, I'm nervous about deciding which ones I will select. Even though it is less bang for the free bucks, I will likely do medical terminology and will look closely at my likely degree plan in combination with "easy" reports to choose the other. Everything I've read makes me think I will hate taking the TECEP: proctoring nonsense; small font for my old eyes; being used to predictive grammar and spelling assistance I won't have; inability to go back, even when asked to elaborate on previous questions; etc. Anyway, here is what they sent me when I asked for it:

***Below is our TECEP Scholarship email that was sent out.  Please make sure you complete the TECEP scholarship form in #2.  Just click the red “Complete” and it should take you directly to our TECEP Scholarship sign up link. 
  
Congratulations on your admission to Thomas Edison State University! We are delighted to share more good news from TESU: You qualify to take up to two (2) TECEP exams at no cost for the April term!
Scholarship Terms:
This scholarship is dependent on available funds for the April 2024 term, which begins Monday, April 1st, 2024. Registration for the April term is open. First come, first served!
 
Please note: this scholarship can only be used for the tuition cost of up to two (2) general education TECEP exams in this term and is nonrefundable and nontransferable. Financial responsibility for any other courses registered outside of TECEP exams will be the financial responsibility of the student.
Your next steps are:
 
1. Create your TESU Student Account if you have not done so already.
 
2.  Complete and submit the Scholarship Eligibility Form, noting which TECEP exam(s) for which you wish to be registered.
 
3. Go to Student Self Service and complete the Student Agreement.
 
Upon receipt of the form, you will be registered into your selected courses, and will be notified of the applied scholarship funds.
 
Need help determining which TECEP(s) to start with? Reach out to your Admissions Counselor!
If you have questions, we can help. Please email the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at [email protected] or call us at 609-777-5680.
 
Please remember that you will have to register by Friday, March 29, 2024 at 3:00pm EST. If you are registering for other classes along with the 2 free TECEPS, you will have to pay in full, at the time of registration for those classes.
 
***Prior to TESU registering you for your two TECEPs, you will have to accept our agreements first. To learn how to accept our agreements, click here: Self Service, Adding Proxies and Record Release Authorizations  At the end of the video you will learn how to accept  your agreements. 

Via email: 

Quote:We are thrilled to announce that Thomas Edison State University is unveiling a brand new logo this week, symbolizing the culmination of our 50th anniversary celebrations and heralding an exciting leap into the future. You will see this new logo on our marketing materials, our website and our social media accounts beginning today.

Since our establishment in 1972, TESU has been a leader in adult online education, constantly innovating in credit recognition for prior learning, forming unique partnerships and delivering cutting-edge online courses.
TESU Icon
Our new logo, featured at the top of this e-mail, retains the distinguished burgundy of its predecessor while introducing vibrant accents of gold and deep gray, paying homage to our rich heritage. The block lettering of "TESU" strengthens our identity while honoring our history. Alongside the logo, a new icon (right) embodies forward thinking and progress, illuminating the path of education.

The contemporary design of the logo reflects our commitment to honoring our past while embracing transformation. As we embark on this journey, we celebrate our five decades of transformative education. Rooted in innovation, we continue to shape the future of higher education, ensuring a brighter tomorrow for our students and communities.

The meticulous process of designing the logo involved thorough research and feedback from stakeholders, including staff, students, and alumni. We hope you'll join us in embracing this modern brand as we forge ahead into an exciting future for TESU.

Hello good people, I was wondering if anyone could help me with the following:

I want to enroll in an MS program in psychology at ACG (Greece). I do not have a BA because I dropped out after 4 years of electrical engineering school and they won't let me enroll without a BA. They have this 1-2 term conversion program where they would first judge my competence to enroll in their MS but even though I let them know that I was studying in uni and dropped out to start my own company, they won't let me take it without an actual BA in my hands.

My first question is whether a "life experience" BA that I could buy online would be okay for them to let me take the conversion program or if my application would get thrown out and I would get blacklisted from every college in existence. I'm not trying to scam anyone or lie, I just want to do the (expensive) conversion program and prove that I'm capable of finishing the MS program.

My second question is what the absolute fastest way for me would be to get an accredited BA so that I can do the conversion and enroll in their MS. Their BA in psychology, as they told me, would take me at least 3.5 years and I'm NOT sure that it's worth it. I'm thinking getting a quick BA from elsewhere and then doing their MS is better for me. But then again perhaps finishing their BA will make my resumee and skill as a therapist even stronger.

All of that having in mind that I want to become a licensed therapist as quickly as possible.

Thank you so much

Has anyone received a decision from UIUC regarding the CEE doctoral program for Fall 2024? My application status has been "Awaiting Decision" since the end of January. I submitted my application on December 27, 2023. According to the graduate program, decisions were supposed to be provided starting from February 15th.

Hello, everyone; I'm new here and still navigating my UMPI courses. I've completed BUS 260 and BUS 240, both of which required writing three milestone papers and quizzes along the way, with the finals being papers. Now, I'm on the lookout for similar short classes to complete. I am paying out of pocket and would like to be done with this degree honestly by the end of the semester. All I need is 7 more courses.    Can anyone provide insight into the length and format of the courses I need to take?: BUS 321, BUS 415, EDU 350, BUS 307, BUS 341, BUS 335, PSY 355, and BUS 469? Any tips on finding classes with a similar structure to BUS 260 and BUS 240 would be greatly appreciated. Thank you! Since I'm earning my BLS with a major in management, I'm willing to switch it out for any other business class if needed, but it has to be upper division... i think And for those with questions I'm transferring in with the AA already completed and I've already completed several Sophia courses

Your Location: Estonian living in Finland
Your Age: 19
What kind of degree do you want?: Fast bachelor's degree in IT/CS with the goal of getting in Helsinki/Aalto university MSc Computer Science.

I have the advantage of living in Finland, so Metropolia UAS seems like a no-brainer. My goal is to fly through UAS, and hopefully get into one of our top school's master's programs.

Getting into a master's program after that might be a piece of cake, they have a lot of room, because many people drop out of our universities after getting their bachelor's?

I'm looking at this Metropolia UAS program specifically:
Degree Programme of Information Technology - online studies 180 ECTS (price 579 euros)

I have years of coding in my background, and run a small software business, so I don't expect any difficulty with the actual studying part. There is a job experience/internship requirement, which I might be able to do through my own company.

Does anyone have experiences with Metropolia UAS, how did it go?

Does this sound realistic with some hard work and dedication?

EDIT: ADDENDUM

Budget: I can shill out 5k€ if necessary for papers, but I prefer to go the cheapest route. Metropolia should cost 579€ and nothing more?
Commitments: I am my own boss, and have no other commitments outside of that. Running my business doesn't necessarily have to take a lot of time commitment.
Dedicated time to study: I can do 40+ hour weeks, if that's what it takes. I'm already starting off from a strong knowledge level, but I also love learning new things and filling all my gaps. My main goal is getting bachelor's papers ASAP. Afterwards I'd like to try my luck at applying to highly regarded master's CS programs, such as University of Helsinki.
Timeline: I would like to finish the bachelor degree in 1-1.5 years
Tuition assistance/reimbursement: I am an EU citizen, otherwise paying out of pocket.

I would like to attend UMPI or WGU but I am open to anywhere that is accredited. I eventually want to do my masters (Most likely at WGU), but want the easiest route to a bachelors first to open up opportunities at work. I would like an evaluation and the easiest path going forward to get my degree and if someone could please tell me what I am missing to maximize transfers the easiest way possible.

Thank you,

Your Location: California, United States. 
Your Age: 28
What kind of degree do you want?: Business management and leadership
Current Regional Accredited Credits: Break apart by school for ease of reading. Regional means the school has a regional accrediation. If you don't have any, that's okay leave it blank!
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Community college 
25 credits in misc classes (1 computer and 8 classes in process technology)

Current ACE, CLEP, or NCCRS Credits: These are things like Study, Sophia, InstantCert InstantCredit, CLEP, Straighterline, Davar etc

Sophia Credits: 54
Introduction to Nutrition (HLTH1010)
Environmental Science (ENVS1001)
College Algebra (CA1001)
Introduction to Statistics (STAT1001)
Macroeconomics (ECON1001)
Introduction to Business (BUS1001)
Public Speaking (COMM1002)
U.S. History I (HIST1001)
Principles of Finance (FIN1001)
Critical Thinking (PHIL1005)
Introduction to Sociology: Embracing Diversity and Collaboration
English Composition I (ENG1001)
Principles of Management (BUSI1013)
Business Law (BusLaw1001)
Project Management (PM1001)
Financial Accounting (BUSI 1010)
Managerial Accounting (BUSI1011)
Workplace Communication (COMM1010)

Study.com 3 credits
Business 106: Human Resource Management

Budget: I have a max of $10K saved up.  I'd like to go the cheapest route possible, but will consider spending more for easy and fast.  
Commitments: Spouse and animals. also work 60 hours a week
Dedicated time to study: I can study 8-12 hours a week
Timeline: Finishing the courses required for the degree as fast as possible would be ideal.  I would like to finish within 1-1.5 years (12-18 months)
Tuition assistance/reimbursement: Potentially up to 80%

The 100 Most Popular Accredited Online Colleges for 2024

https://www.onlineu.com/online-schools/most-popular

Some notes:


1. Usually, we don't recommend for-profit colleges because of the stigma associated with them, and they aren't any cheaper, faster, or better than other options. However, we have had some people here on DF, attend for-profit colleges such as Walden University and Strayer University.

2. There are some diamonds in the rough on this list, such as the University of the Cumberlands which has $220 per credit tuition and allows 75% transfer credit including Sophia.

3. Pretty much any college can be hacked if it allows alternative credits. It's a matter of time and money whether it's worth it compared to other options.

Hello,
I'm excited to share that I'm finally ready to pursue my degree now that my oldest child has moved out and is living independently. Initially, I began taking classes in early childhood development, but I had to leave school to work full-time.

After spending some time browsing this board, I've been truly inspired by seeing so many others complete their degrees. Although I don't have many credits to my name, I've listed the few I have below. I am currently working my way through Sophia.org.

Southeastern University 
ENGL 002 Credit awarded 0.00
HIST 101 Credit awarded 3.00
CHDE 101 Credit awarded 3.00
CHDE104 Credit awarded 3.00
ART 101 Credit awarded 0.00

Sophia.org
Intro to Business (PHIL Elective)
Ancient Greek Philosopher (BMGT110)

Pursuing a degree is something I see as fulfilling for myself, especially since I paused my education journey when I got married and started my own family. Thank you for considering my situation.