Online Learning Blog

Nurses with chaotic schedules may wonder, “How can I possibly find the time to go back to school?” After all, nursing is not known for downtime.

There are so many benefits of online learning. The ease and comfort of taking classes and completing your education from anywhere is very appealing, especially for working adults. This flexibility makes investing in your education feasible and obtainable.

In December 2019, Michelle Hunt strode into the Cajundome clad in a black cap and gown, smiling and waving as her family cheered from their seats.

Earning a degree online can be a great way to advance your career while maintaining a full-time job. 

Online learning has opened the doors of higher education to students from all walks of life, but it can still seem mysterious if you haven’t seen up close how it works. 

Returning to school, whether it has been a few months or a few years, can be daunting for working professionals.

As a military service member, you might be contending with changing schedules and unexpected travel. Earning a degree online can provide flexibility by allowing service members or veterans to complete coursework without having to attend classes at a set time.

As an online student at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, you'll find accelerated 8-week and traditional 16-week courses as you make your scheduling choices.

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.