Is It For Me?
Online classes give you the opportunity to earn your degree in a way that fits your schedule and your lifestyle. To determine if an online education is right for you, see how well you match up to the list below.
Top 10 qualities of a Westwood online student
- You have reliable high-speed Internet access in your home and have basic computer skills such as using email, searching the Internet and creating documents in Microsoft Word.
- You are a self-starter. You tend to stay on task and get things done on time.
- You have family or friends who will occasionally check in with you to help make sure your online education is going well.
- You enjoy getting to know your classmates and the faculty, but it’s not something you consider to be essential to your educational experience.
- You feel comfortable trusting online technology to deliver your lessons to you, and to deliver your assignments back to the faculty .
- You have personal or professional commitments that keep you from being able to regularly attend a campus for classes.
- You learn well without needing to be in a classroom setting.
- You know how to manage your time well and plan ahead. In other words, you’re not a procrastinator.
- You have adequate time available each week to devote to studying and completing assignments.
- You prefer the flexibility of being able to complete your lessons any time of the day, any day of the week.
After reviewing this list, do you think you have what it takes to succeed as an online student at Westwood? If so, take the first step toward advancing your successful career. Even if you’re unsure if online education is right for you, contact us and we will help answer any questions or address any concerns you might have.
*Online students will need to have a computer and Internet access. For specific requirements visit our section on technical requirements.

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