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What to Expect from an Online RN to BSN Program

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Returning to school, whether it's been months or years, can feel daunting for working professionals. For many registered nurses, earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) online offers a practical way to advance their education while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities. The...

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Learn Anywhere: Online Degrees for Veterans and Active Duty

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The ability to earn a degree from anywhere through UL Lafayette’s online courses is a major advantage for veterans and active-duty military members. Spring 2017 graduate and U.S. Navy veteran Whitney Utter experienced this firsthand, combining on-campus classes with online courses to complete his...

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How to Survive Grad School Online

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In December 2019, Michelle Hunt strode into the Cajundome clad in a black cap and gown, smiling as her family cheered from their seats. Within the hour, Michelle was holding her Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette’s B.I. Moody III College of...

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10 Tips for Balancing Work and School

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Earning a degree online can be a great way to advance your career while maintaining a full-time job. The University of Louisiana at Lafayette's online programs are great for those who don’t have the option of taking a hiatus, but even with that flexibility, obtaining an online degree while working...

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5 Key Benefits of Attending Graduate School Online

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In addition to the obvious benefit of flexibility, the growth of online learning has been spurred by evidence showing it can be just as effective as face-to-face education. If you’re looking to advance your career and move into a leadership role in your profession, obtaining a graduate degree online...

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How to Become an Instructional Coach

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If you're passionate about learning and want to put your analytical and interpersonal skills to work by mentoring other educators, instructional coaching could be the right path for you. As an instructional coach, you could: Analyze teacher performance and student test scores, then present...

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Best-Paying Jobs for RNs with BSNs

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Nursing is one of the most stable and rewarding careers you can choose. Demand for healthcare is constant, making nursing a recession-proof field with strong job security. Some of the highest-paying positions prefer or require a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Plus, a BSN can prepare you to earn a...

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6 Reasons to Consider Going Back to School

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Going back to school to complete a bachelor’s or pursue a graduate degree can be intimidating. But the reward can be great. If you’re considering taking the leap, online programs can offer the flexibility to weave coursework into your busy lifestyle. Here are some tell-tale signs it’s time to fill...

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Great Apps for Online Students

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Taking an online course — or enrolling in an online degree program — requires a lot of self-motivation and time management to complete assignments and tasks, meet deadlines, and plan for exams. Enlist the help of desktop and phone apps to get organized, connect with other students, and stay focused...

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Online DNP: Innovation in Nursing, Health Care

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It’s hard to match the determination and drive of nurse practitioners as they work to improve patient outcomes and access to care. Those who want to go a step further, shaping outcomes across healthcare systems and impacting population health or changing healthcare policy, apply to the University of...

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