There is only one college near where I live, and it is always at maximum capacity. I have tried several times to get in, but the classes that I need always seem to be full. Rather than relocate or drive for over an hour to get to school, I decided to see what kinds of online education programs I could find. There was one that offered the degree that I wanted, and I enrolled right away. There were no waiting lists or full classes, and now I am earning the necessary credits for my degree. I wish that I had thought of this option several years ago!