In today's rapidly evolving educational landscape, prospective students are faced with many options when considering online degree programs. To aid in this decision-making process and empower students to make informed choices tailored to their needs, I proposed the development of a comprehensive online degree program comparison tool. This tool serves as a platform for comparing various aspects of online degree programs offered by UMGC, facilitating a seamless and transparent decision-making process.

Key Features:

• Filter Functionality:

• Users can filter online degree programs based on criteria such as degree level, field of study, accreditation, and delivery format.

• Detailed Program Comparison:

• Users can compare a maximum of three online degree programs side-by-side, viewing detailed information such as curriculum structure, recommended experience for success, total credits, transfer credits, and tuition.

• Remove and Add a Program:

• Unlike other university program comparison tools, from the comparison results page, users can add and remove programs as they choose.

Benefits:

• Empowerment: Provides prospective students with the necessary tools and resources to make well-informed decisions about their educational journey.

• Efficiency: Streamlines the research process for students, saving time and effort in comparing online degree programs across multiple universities.

• Accessibility: Ensures accessibility for all users.

UMGC’s Degree Program Comparison Tool represents a transformative solution in the realm of online education, empowering students to navigate the vast array of options with confidence and clarity. By leveraging technology and user-centric design principles, this tool revolutionized the way students explore and select online degree programs, ultimately enhancing their academic success and career prospects.