Posts by Michael Trivette:

What Is the Maximum Number of Credits You Can Transfer to an Online Degree?

Posted on: 29 Dec 2025

The maximum number of credits you can transfer to an online bachelor’s degree typically ranges from 60 to 113 credits depending on the institution, with 90 credits as the most common cap among adult-learner-focused online programs. The standard 120-credit bachelor’s degree leaves 30 credits as the typical residency requirement that students must complete at the […]

Is an Online Criminal Justice Degree Worth It?

Posted on: 21 Dec 2025

For working adults already in public safety, the honest answer is usually yes, but only when the degree removes a specific barrier to advancement. A criminal justice degree does not make you a police officer, a federal agent, or a detective on its own. What it does is unlock promotion eligibility, qualify you for federal […]

How to Transfer from an Associate to a Bachelor’s Program Online

Posted on: 18 Dec 2025

If you already have an associate degree, you are not starting over. You are often halfway done, and the path from here is shorter, cheaper, and more flexible than most people expect. The National Student Clearinghouse Research Center estimates that approximately 40 million Americans have some college credit but no bachelor’s degree. A significant portion […]

What Jobs Can You Get With an Online Business Degree?

Posted on: 18 Dec 2025

An online business degree is one of the most versatile credentials in the labor market, but versatility can feel abstract when you are trying to make a specific enrollment decision. This article gives you the specific answer: the actual job titles, BLS median wages, 10-year growth projections, typical career entry points, and salary ceilings for […]

Can You Get an IT Job With an Online Degree?

Posted on: 17 Dec 2025

Yes, and the evidence for that answer is stronger than in almost any other field. Information technology is the sector of the U.S. economy most deliberately structured around demonstrated competency rather than institutional prestige, and employer hiring data consistently reflects that. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that computer and information technology occupations will grow […]

How to Finish a Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare

Posted on: 16 Dec 2025

Approximately 43 million Americans have some college credit and no degree, according to the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center. A significant portion of them work in healthcare, in roles ranging from medical assistant and licensed practical nurse to health information technician and patient services coordinator. For those workers, a bachelor’s degree is not an abstract […]

Trade School Review: Lincoln Tech

Posted on: 12 Dec 2025

Career colleges and trade schools have become an increasingly popular alternative to traditional four-year universities. Rising tuition costs, long time-to-degree, and persistent labor shortages in skilled trades have pushed many students—particularly adult learners and career changers—to consider faster, workforce-focused training options. One institution that frequently appears in this conversation is Lincoln College of Technology, often […]

Case Study: How One Reno Student Turned Nevada’s Clean Energy Boom Into a Standout College Application

Posted on: 09 Dec 2025

Families in the Reno–Sparks metro know that college admissions are growing more competitive every year. Students from schools like Galena High School, Reno High School, McQueen High School, Damonte Ranch High School, and Bishop Manogue Catholic High School arrive with solid academics and real ambition. However, many struggle to differentiate themselves from peers who present […]