Finally, the stigma associated with online degrees is finally fading. Thanks to the elimination of many diploma mills, and thanks to highly respected colleges and universities embracing online education, online degrees are now seen as a true asset...even by employers. Especially by employers.

85: Percentage of U.S. employers who feel that online degrees are more acceptable in 2006 than they were five years ago, according to a survey conducted by Vault Inc.

86: Percentage of U.S. employers who would be willing to accept a job applicant with an online degree.

This article provides more interesting and uplifting statistics.

There has never been a better time to pursue an online degree.