Local Universities Competing with Online Education Programs
By: KARK 4 News
Updated: February 11, 2013
Getting your degree online is a great way for working people or those with children to get that bachelor's or masters without having to step foot on campus.
But one Arkansas university says this explosion of success will not demolish its institution.
The University of Arkansas system says it recognizes the burst of online universities, their success, and convenience, so it's time to beef up the system.
President of the U of A system Dr. Donald Bobbitt, says the current funding, delivery and business models all have to change.
Statistics show a more than 200 percent increase in online class enrollment at for-profit universities, whereas traditional universities grew at only 25 percent.
But one Arkansas university says this explosion of success will not demolish its institution.
The University of Arkansas system says it recognizes the burst of online universities, their success, and convenience, so it's time to beef up the system.
President of the U of A system Dr. Donald Bobbitt, says the current funding, delivery and business models all have to change.
Statistics show a more than 200 percent increase in online class enrollment at for-profit universities, whereas traditional universities grew at only 25 percent.
