Education Advice & Information

Interested in trying out online education for the first time? Returning to school after a break? Love school and want to learn more? The four sections of Education Advisor offer a variety of education advice and information for all types of students. Whether you have a question or you're looking for helpful suggestions on how to transfer credits, research schools, or choose a major, WorldWideLearn has the answers.

In-Depth

Obama calls for tuition relief, job training programs

President outlines new education initiatives in State of the Union address to rein in tuition rates and boost college enrollment.

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Questions Answered

Which States Allow General Transfer of Credits Within State-supported Institutions?
Some states have tried to make it easy for students to transfer credits from institutions within those same states. Is your state one of them? Read more »

Tips & Advice

Accreditation 101
Schools receive academic accreditation when they're recognized for meeting a number of criteria. This guide to accreditation explains these criteria and the different types of accrediting bodies. Read more »