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How Many Credits Do You Need for a Bachelor’s...

October 23, 2026 | By Notre Dame de Namur University

Most bachelor’s degrees in the U.S. take 120 semester credits to complete. If your school runs on quarters, that number is usually 180 quarter cr...

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What is a Degree Completion Program?

September 13, 2026 | By Notre Dame de Namur University

What Is a Degree Completion Program? A Guide to Finishing Your Bachelor’s Degree Online A degree completion program gives students who have some co...

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Benefits of a College Education From...

March 5, 2026 | By Notre Dame de Namur University

Benefits of a College Education From an Alumni Perspective  One of the main benefits of a college education is that it can teach students the skill...

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What Are Community Partnerships at NDNU?

February 21, 2026 | By Notre Dame de Namur University

What Are Community Partnerships at NDNU?  When organizations and their communities work together, they share their expertise, build bonds of trust,...

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Online vs. In-Person Classes: Which...

February 12, 2026 | By Notre Dame de Namur University

Online vs. In-Person Classes: Which Is Right for You?  At the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in the spring of 2020, the National Center for Edu...

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How Hard Is It to Get a Master's Degree?...

February 6, 2026 | By Notre Dame de Namur University

How Hard Is It to Get a Master's Degree?  Many career paths either require or prefer candidates with a master’s degree. People in business, educat...

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Is a Bachelor’s Degree Worth It?

November 28, 2024 | By Notre Dame de Namur University

In today’s fast-paced world, you might wonder if a bachelor’s degree is worth it. Does the cost of a college degree outweigh the benefits of gradu...

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Should I Finish My Bachelor’s Degree?

February 24, 2024 | By Notre Dame de Namur University

Educational attainment after high school has been steadily ticking upward across the U.S. over the last 15 years, climbing by 16% since 2009, acco...

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Public or Private College? Maximize...

November 8, 2023 | By Notre Dame de Namur University

As parents and students look at the rising costs of higher education, many have debated whether attending a private university in California is wo...

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Tips for Online Learning

January 20, 2023 | By Notre Dame de Namur University

Today’s online and distance learning programs give students an unparalleled level of flexibility. Working students can keep up with both their job...