I'm considering applying to Kansas State University for Animal Sciences. Does anyone have any opinions on their online schooling program?

TSgt Melissa Post — Mon, 01 May 2017 04:49:10 -0400

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made May 1 at 2017 7:04 AM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 01 May 2017 07:04:14 -0400

I have never personally used it, but a close friend in my unit has been effectively using it to finish his degree while our unit is mobilized, and he has had few problems. Be prepared to find someone to be a proctor for exams.

Response by SFC A.M. Drake made May 1 at 2017 9:11 AM

SFC A.M. Drake — Mon, 01 May 2017 09:11:45 -0400

Do you want to be a vet?

Response by SFC Dominic Barnes made May 1 at 2017 10:52 AM

SFC Dominic Barnes — Mon, 01 May 2017 10:52:12 -0400

I am the military student services coordinator for Kansas State University, retired Army and K-State Alumni. I took many on campus and online courses through K-State before I retired and an currently enrolled in classes. THough the university does not charethree times as much as other schools, K-State is rated in the mid-range regarding cost when compared to other universities across the nation. Taking classes online will cost mort than the TA rate of $250 per credit hour so you will need to plan for that. I recommend using the Pell Grant, scholarships, or savings to cover the remaing costs. The class quality is very high. K-State does not hire adjunct professors for online courses. Adjunct professors are basically freelance teachers. They may or may not have in-depth experience in the topic they are teaching. The online classes at K-State are taught by the same teachers who teach on campus. The class standards, learning outcomes, and assignments are the same. Syllbi are adjusted to account for the online learning community and modes of communication adapted as well. K-State is a great school based on my experience as both a student and now an employee. If you have specific questions about the program I recommend you call or email. The points of contact for most programs are very helpful and informative. I am just one of several people in academic and military student support ready to help out. For Food Scisnces contact Deanna Retzlaff at [login to see] or [login to see] .

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Response by CSM William DeWolf made May 1 at 2017 6:19 PM

CSM William DeWolf — Mon, 01 May 2017 18:19:20 -0400

I would do some comparisons concerning cost and look at advantages and disadvantages. Might want to check Penn State animal sciences. Good Luck SrA Melissa Chiles!

Response by CW5 Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 1 at 2017 10:18 AM

CW5 Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 01 Jun 2017 10:18:12 -0400

I graduated From KSU completing most of my classes on-line. The class lectures via camera was like being in a classroom and the class participation was excellent. The instructor's were second to none. KSU caters to Military and they worked with me during my deployments. I would choose KSU again!!

Response by AN Donald Miller made Jun 17 at 2017 8:05 AM

AN Donald Miller — Sat, 17 Jun 2017 08:05:10 -0400

I am currently a Sr at SFA. I have done both class room and online. Online is more difficult if you have a professor thats slow responding to questions than in a class room situation where you simply raise your hand. But the convenience is great. Always register first day of of registration and get books early. One main piece of advice make sure you are going to stay there until completion. I have a total of about 150 credits but still need 33 more credits to complete bachelor's which only requires 120 credits. All colleges have a hangup about transferring credits.