Reputation of online APN programs

[Vavavictoria]

I'm currently considering going back to school to become an FNP. I am the only money maker in my family at the moment and work at least 4 shifts per week if not more. I would love to go back to school but I don't really have time for a brick and mortar program. When applying for positions, will it be looked down upon that I got my degree from an online program? I have heard that at least at the ADN/BSN level, applicants with online degrees are being put at the bottom of the pile. I would hate to waste my time and money going to an online program only to not be able to secure a position. Any input is greatly appreciated.

[Boonce1]

online education is what you make it. I could just do my work turn it in and not even really interact with the teacher but I feel as though I am paying for it so any time I have a question I just call them right up. That is the good thing about online learning you can always have one on one with the teacher they are always a phone call away. You dont have to worry about being in a class of a hundred and the teacher not even know your name which is what happens in brick and morter school. I also think the same could happen in an online school but your education is what you make it. It is your responsibility to ask questions, do the assignments and stay on task.