: Starting at a community college to earn an Associate Degree can cut your university costs significantly. How Much Does a Bachelor's Degree Cost? - SoFi

"Arthur," she said quietly, turning her monitor around. "This school isn't accredited. It’s a diploma mill. In fact, using a fake degree to gain a promotion is a fireable offense in this state."

: Schools like Western Governors University (WGU) allow you to pass classes as soon as you prove you know the material, potentially finishing a four-year degree in much less time.

The email was simple: "Get your Bachelor’s Degree in 48 hours. No exams. No classes. Based on life experience."

The concept of "buying" a bachelor's degree typically leads down two very different paths: the legitimate high cost of tuition at prestigious institutions or the fraudulent world of "diploma mills." While a degree can feel like a purchase, it is legally an earned credential. The Story of "The Fast Track"