According to the National Center for Education's (NCE) statistics, the number of students taking distance education classes has more than doubled between 1995 and 1998. And it is expected to grow at a phenomenal rate. Did you ask, why are people flocking to on-line classes? My answer is convenience. It is the incredible convenience which obliges you to go for on-line degrees. Online courses usually don't absorb a lot of your time. This enables you to continue doing whatever you have planned on your agenda. It also gives you numerous options to choose from, based on your interest and irrespective of where you live. Do you still need a reason to believe that online degrees are the next upcoming thing in education?!