A recent report from the Census Bureau revealed that women in their mid-twenties have become more likely to have a bachelors degree. In fact, the report states that 35 percent of women and 27 percent of men aged 25 to 29 held bachelor’s degrees or higher in 2009.
The census also found that the overall number of people who hold bachelors degrees increased by 34 percent between 1999 and 2009. This means that more Americans are focusing on their education, which can lead to increased job opportunities.
Many of these students are choosing to study online because of the flexibility that is provided through independent learning via a computer. Online learning also has the added benefit of teaching individuals new technical skills. For instance, because of the format that courses are taught in, an online bachelor’s degree encourages students to use social networks and web-based video conferencing.
These skills will come in handy when they graduate, giving them a competitive edge over others who earned degrees through conventional, campus-based programs.
Some women may find that online degree programs also help them be successful in earning their bachelor’s degrees. Those who have families can do school work when and where they choose, therefore they do not have to sacrifice quality time with their children.
June 1, 2010
Thank you for posting this. It is great to find out I can get a degree while staying at home with the kids.
June 1, 2010
thanks for the info! i’ve been planning to look into this
June 2, 2010
technology is bringing us such great opportunities these days!
June 2, 2010
I believe it. Women are just more logical of course! Isn’t it true though that we still make less then men? Where’s the incentive gosh!?
June 2, 2010
I’m currently pregnant with my third baby. If I start online classes now would I be able to take leave for a few weeks? Maybe I could take a laptop to the dr office!
June 2, 2010
I am getting ready to go back to college and get my bachelors degree. I have been working in a medical office for 12 years and have a lot of expreience. How do I take CLEP exams to try to get credits?
June 3, 2010
online classes really are convenient. i took one last semester and it really worked well with my work schedule.
June 3, 2010
Are online degrees just as good as regular degrees?
June 21, 2010
I figured I should comment since only fems have so far lolol. I’m totally supportive of women getting higher degrees, they’re smarter anyway right?
June 21, 2010
LOL @ Jason. Thanks for this article, but I’m still afraid as a mother to be distracted from my kids, even at a computer I mean, how many hours a week on average would I have to dedicate?
July 5, 2010
I work in a very demanding job and have always wanted to get my masters degree. I already have an associates, and now that I can go onlne, I have started my bachelors. Yeah for technology.
July 8, 2010
I work full time and take my classes at home online. It is so great to be able to go home, change into comfortable clothes, turn on my computer and attend class. This is a wonderful thing.
July 8, 2010
I have always wanted to finish getting my bachelors degree, but I need to work to support my children. I just took my first online class and it is the best thing that was ever invented. I will now finish my degree and get a better job.
December 12, 2010
I believe it. I predict there will be more women CEOs than men soon.
December 12, 2010
Women are really driven and willing to do the work to succeed. It does not surprise me that more and more are getting degrees.
December 12, 2010
I think it’s great that more women are going to school for bachelors degrees. Is the system for scholarships as willing to give scholarships to women as to men?
January 20, 2011
Hi Dale, that is a good question. Scholarships can be based on many things like GPA, ethnicity, sports, volunteer hours and more. That being said, some scholarships are available for only men and only women. But for the most part scholarships are equal opportunity and take into consideration things like merit and academics.
March 6, 2011
The best part about online learning for women is that we can focus on our family lives too. For the single mothers out there, are there any scholarships?
March 16, 2011
Hello Wendi! Yes, there are many scholarships out there for single mothers!