A traditional degree is an accreditation you earn from an academic institution by participating and completing one of their programs. Unlike the online degree, a traditional degree is one that you obtain by attending physical classes on campus. While some programs may incorporate elements of online study and work, most of the lectures, assignment reviews and exams occur in person. Taking the traditional route allows you to address your professor and peers directly, which can be more socially fulfilling.

Traditional degrees are the most common types of higher-learning education you can earn. Schools offer traditional degrees for most subjects, though there are some which function through a hybrid system. Hybrid traditional degrees provide part of the course in-person and the other half online. This dual-learning system can be beneficial for students because it allows them to experience the in-person sessions, while still having the independence of online academics.