"Bittner questioned the value of the high costs of online education, wondering why they equate to or exceed in-person programs."
"The survey found that 83% of online programs cost as much or more than their in-person counterparts, highlighting widespread misperceptions about online education pricing."
Emma Bittner's quest for an affordable online master's degree in public health revealed shocking equivalences in cost to traditional, in-person programs. Despite expectations for lower tuition in online formats, a survey indicates most online programs are priced similarly or higher than face-to-face counterparts. Insight from Kevin Carey highlights how universities utilize online education as a revenue stream, leading to high marketing costs. Furthermore, a significant majority of Americans expect online learning to be cheaper; yet, the reality is that many institutions impose additional fees that contribute to the expenses.
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