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UT Permian Basin Ranked Among Best Online Programs for Veterans in 2023 

U.S. News & World Report has published its Best Online Programs for 2023, which were selected from a field of more than 1,800 colleges and universities. Among these, The University of Texas Permian Basin has been recognized in two online program categories for veterans:  Best Online Bachelor’s Programs for Veterans (Ranking: #70)  Best Online MBA…

What Students Wish They Knew About Our Online Programs

Online programs can be an excellent option for students with a busy lifestyle, especially those balancing school, work, and family. Nevertheless, if you are new to online classes, you might wonder how they differ from on-campus courses. Here are some hacks students wished they had known before starting an online program.  Structure Your Own Schedule …

America’s Top Careers Begin Here

People pursue a college education for a variety of reasons. They may be going straight into college following high school graduation or heading back to school after concentrating on personal or professional responsibilities. Some may yearn for the sense of pride and accomplishment that comes with completing a college credential.   Greater career potential is one…

How Stackable Certificates Add Value to Your Degree 

Stackable certificates are becoming increasingly popular among students and working professionals—particularly those who want to acquire specific career skills without the long-term commitment and high costs of earning an additional degree. A Pew Research Center study shows that 54 percent of working adults feel that learning new, transferable skills in niche areas is now essential…

How Do Employers View Online Academic Credentials?

The notion that education is the key to a successful career is as true today as it was when school libraries were using the Dewey Decimal System. What has changed, however, is how students are attending—or should we say logging into—college classes.   Watching a recorded lecture while on lunch break, stirring a simmering risotto, or…

The Real-World Benefits of General Education 

When senior year of high school rolls around, all anyone can talk about is where they’ll be attending college. One friend was accepted here, another was rejected there. As admissions decisions are being made in colleges across the country, how many seniors are rushing home to check their mailbox for the letter?   We don’t blame…

How Online Students Stay Connected 

If you’re pursuing an online program at The University of Texas Permian Basin, you know that studying online has its perks and conveniences, including the ability to complete coursework at any time from the comfort of your own home. However, an online format can also pose unique challenges. Some students may feel isolated, which can…

Why Every Bachelor’s Degree Begins With General Education

When you pursue a bachelor’s degree, you declare a major: an area of focus for your degree such as  communication, business administration, criminal justice, or psychology. However, before you begin that focused aspect of the program in earnest, you must complete a wide-ranging selection of general education courses, no matter which college or university you…

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