Georgia Institute of Technology wanted to lead a
revolution with its low-cost online master’s degree program in computer science. It
appears that revolution is gaining traction.
The study by the university found that 2,359 people
applied for the computer science master’s degree program during a 21-day
enrollment period. That’s big news since the total enrollment for all
traditional campus-based computer science master’s degree programs was just
1,806 last year, according to an article in eCampus News.
Georgia Tech, which partnered with massive open online
course provider Udacity and AT&T on the program, also found that 75% of the
applicants are employed full time, 82% work in computer or IT fields, and more
than 500 are AT&T employees.
Now, the Berklee College of Music will launch online
bachelor’s degree programs in music business and music production next year.
The degrees are part of the Berklee Online program and could save participants
60% over residential students.
The two 120-credit degree programs are aimed at
musicians who are unable to move to Boston to study. Enrollment will be capped
at 300 students for the first year, but applicants can submit portfolios and
earn up to 30 learning credits for their professional experience.
