Non-Working Spouses Who Live abroad Can Still Learn
If you’re a spouse who lives abroad but can’t legally work, you might have difficulty finding ways to fill your days.  After awhile, novelty of living abroad begins wearing off, and you won’t always have a network of friends with whom to visit museums and have “power lunches.”  If this sounds familiar, consider what an online degree can do for you, both professionally and socially.

Online Education Gives You an Instant Social Network
Through online education, you have access to an instant network of friends and professors with whom to share ideas, gossip, and work.  Scattered around the globe, these individuals can substantially enhance your understanding of the world.  Michael in Venice, Sasha in Moscow, and Jane in Los Angeles can help remove much of the boredom you might be experiencing.

Online Education Prepares You Professionally
Chances are, you won’t live abroad indefinitely.  Wouldn’t it be nice to come back to the States (or wherever home is for you) with a marketable degree you can use to find rewarding jobs?  Even if you plan on living abroad forever, you might be able to legally (or illegally) work in your country of residence.  If you study Web design, for example, you can telecommute quite easily.  And if you study nursing, there’s a good chance that you can secure a work permit if demand in your country is high enough (it often is).

The point is, there’s no reason not to continually improve yourself…especially if you’re currently bored and looking for things to do.  Online education offers both freedom and flexibility, no matter where you live in the world.  All you need is an Internet connection and some free time (both of which you have if you’re reading this).