With the rise in popularity for online degrees, this article proves that the online degree can stand up with a traditional degree. The three criteria that a job place would look for is if the college that you received the online degree is accredited, has a tradition campus, and is an established brand. The article then goes into further detail showing that there could be more benefits to getting your degree online vs. going to a traditional college such as retaining more knowledge, learning more in less time, and that you could learn more effectively and efficiently.