My latest online college profile is Western Governors University. This virtual college awards degrees on a "competency model" and seems like a great choice for IT professionals who already know a lot about their field but lack a degree.

Here's a blurb from the full profile:

"Western Governors university is a non-profit virtual college founded by the governors of 19 western states. It offers highly personalized degree programs primarily through competency assessments. Unlike most colleges, Western Governors University has no required courses - instead, students prove their understanding through writing assignments and exams. Students who are already competent in a particular subject may prove their knowledge immediately. Others may study on their own or through virtual coursework until they are ready to show what they know."

Western Governors University's IT students earn eight or nine nationally recognized IT certifications as a part of their degree program (at no extra charge). Western Governors University also offers accredited teacher preparation programs, recognized by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education. At $2,790 per six-month term, Western Governors is also one of the more affordable online options.