The most wonderful time of year is upon us once again and, if you’re like me, you’ve got shopping on the brain. Gone are the days of hitting every big-box store in four surrounding counties looking for the must-have gift of the year. With the power of the internet, you can easily compare inventory and prices among different stores and have that item on your doorstep in two business days. All of the information you need to make the best purchase as a consumer is literally at your fingertips—you just have to take the time to do your research and find it. The same is true for higher education. If you’ve decided to return to college, either full or part-time, your first step is likely a Google search. Then, you start comparing your options. In addition to the obvious comparisons you’ll make on tuition, online options, and degrees available, one of the most important things you should compare is an institution’s accreditation. Sounds simple enough, right? Actually, there are a lot
