So you think it is easier to qualify for an online degree than a regular one! Well, think again. Most institutions that offer online courses set standards as high as those offering classroom degrees. The ones who offer degrees on par with top-ranking universities often require applicants for graduate courses in education, human resources and library sciences and social sciences to clear MAT (Miller Analogies Test). Prospective graduate students of management and business are required to take the GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test). The GRE (Graduate Record Exam) is another common admission test for entry into graduate schools. Most institutions prefer applicants who have an undergraduate degree from an accredited school, with a GPA between 2.5 and 3.0. Some colleges may consider waiving these prerequisites if you are above 36, or already hold a graduate or professional degree.  Get Educated reports:

Most distance learning graduate schools hold applicants to the same standards as residential learners. They adopt the same text books, utilize the same course exams, and quite commonly employ the same faculty to teach online as you’d find if you returned to campus.