While distance learning has been around for decades, online classes and degree programs have come into their own over the past 20 years.

In many fields today, a bachelor’s degree can get your foot in the door but may not be enough to advance your career or lead to a higher salary. Many school districts offer pay bumps for teachers who receive a Master of Education degree.

No one starts a college degree thinking that they won’t finish it. Things just happen sometimes and before you know it three, four, or more years have passed, and you just don’t know how to get back on track and finish your degree.

Curanderismo, a term describing the practice of curanderas and curanderos, is also the subject of one of the more popular courses available through The University of New Mexico.

Searching for online classes when it’s time to register can be a pain. Here’s a simple hack that can ease that ache. One of the more common questions the UNM Online Student Support team receives is “how can I search for only classes that are offered 100% online?” This post offers a solution.

With 19% of the US population identifying as Hispanic, Chicana/o, or Latina/o, understanding this demographic is key for multiple fields.

Wondering how employers view online degrees and whether one is right for you? Learn more in this interview with a higher education expert.