Kayleigh Gilbert
About the Author
With over 15 years of experience, Kayleigh Gilbert is a seasoned online education expert, researcher, and content strategist specializing in e-learning trends, digital education advocacy, and higher education consumer protection.
After graduating cum laude from Saint Michael's College with a bachelor’s degree in political science and a minor in journalism, Kayleigh began her career at GetEducated.com in the Burlington, VT office. She quickly became an integral part of the organization, working in SEO strategy, online degree database expansion, student advising, and consumer protection efforts against diploma mill scams.
Since 2010, she has contributed extensively to GetEducated authoring articles on trending topics in elearning, diploma mill exposes, top program lists, EdTech advancements, and online student guides. She is passionate about helping the online student avoid common pitfalls in the elearning world so that they can effectively advance their careers with continuing education.
In 2019, Kayleigh earned her master’s degree online from Maryland University of Integrative Health, giving her firsthand experience with digital learning from a student’s perspective. She is passionate about helping prospective students avoid common pitfalls and make informed decisions about their education.
When she’s not researching the future of online learning, Kayleigh enjoys hiking the scenic trails of Central Vermont with her Samoyed, Miska, or experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen for friends and family.
Published Articles
- List of Degree Mills & Distance Learning Accreditation Reports
- Pug Dog Earns Online MBA in Rochville University Scam
- Best Accredited Colleges for a Life Experience Degree
Education
Saint Michael’s College; BS in Political Science, Minor in Journalism
Maryland University of Integrative Health; MS in Clinical Nutrition & Integrative Health
Expertise
- Online degree affordability analysis
- Higher education consumer advocacy
- Diploma mill exposés & accreditation reviews
- Comprehensive guides for online students & career advancement
Skills
- 15+ years in online education research and advocacy
- Expanded the online degree database to help students find accredited programs
- Assisted students in identifying legitimate online degrees and avoiding scams