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We've compiled the Open Education Database (OEDb) to help ambitious or prospective students find the most convenient, valuable, and relevant education programs to fulfill their academic and career objectives. Adults going back to school in pursuit of a higher degree, high school graduates curious about starting a college program, and nontraditional students in search of online education options are all welcome to survey our comprehensive reviews and rankings of online colleges and degree programs. With our resources, picking the perfect school is easy.

Start by comparing online colleges or by exploring the types of academic programs and degree levels these schools offer, in fields such as engineering, business, the arts and humanities, and health care, plus many more. Our OEDb Library will guide you in your school search and enhance your understanding of the unique dynamics of online education — how it works, who it serves, and how it can help you build an invigorating, lasting career.

Visit the Rankings page and database for information on the best accredited online colleges and universities across the country. Unlike many other online education directories, our database only lists accredited online colleges so you can be sure that these degrees will be respected by potential employers. To ensure accuracy, all of the information on our site comes from the official websites of the colleges that we review, as well as from other authoritative and trusted government sources. We are currently in the process of adding more colleges and programs to the database, so please check back often.

On our Features page, you'll find news stories and commentary on the evolving landscape of higher education. Find out how your peers are responding to online education initiatives, get tips on improving your coursework and study ethic, and learn about supplemental resources that will expand your knowledge in your chosen field and beyond.

iLibrarian is our OEDb blog, which highlights new tools and trends in online learning and higher education. Written by Ellyssa Kroski, it's a great place to browse posts on new media and education technology, enriching your academic performance, your personal brand, and your resume. Kroski works at the New York Law Institute as the Manager of Information Systems and is an accomplished writer, educator, and speaker on various subjects such as tech trends, libraries, and digital strategy.

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LEARNING BY THE BOOK – OUR WRITER

Meredith Nudo is a writer for OEDb.org's Learning by the Book section who never really quite got the hang of writing about herself in the third person. She holds a BFA in Advertising and Graphic Design, with emphasis on digital illustration, from Sam Houston State University and an MLA in English from the University of St. Thomas. In the rare moments when she's not slowly rubbing away her fingerprints on the computer, she's co-directing Hollaback! Houston, a nonprofit combatting sexual assault, rape, and other forms of discriminatory violence, while also supporting local art / music / theatre / dance / businesses; reading; knitting; letting her geek flag fly; talking smack about pineapple; and plotting her next globetrotting adventure. Try to stand at least a foot away from her when she's talking, lest she accidentally brain you with her excessive hand flailing.

For blog-related inquiries, you can reach her at mnudo@oedb.org.