Distance learning through online education has become more and more popular in recent years with many colleges offering a variety of courses and even degrees across a diverse range of subjects. Short duration programs to online education Master's degrees are now possible with established universities offering students many educational options. Online education is now an accepted part of the mainstream education stream. Here are some quick facts about how online education has developed over the years in the United States: • Over 60% of schools offering undergrad programs in regular classroom courses are also offering the same programs via the online medium. • More than 40% of schools that are offering 'live' classroom-based Masters Programs are also offering online education Masters Degree courses. • The above point holds good even for business schools with more than 40% schools offering business courses online. • Even the Ivy League colleges like Harvard for instance ha...