Every student dreams of getting a world-class education from a renowned institute, and choosing a major or an institute is a daunting decision that they make in their lives. It is not always possible to visit a different country or state for higher education and thus, many are opting for distant education these days. In this essay, I will contend how it is advantageous and what disadvantages it can have. In my view, although it is a matter of choice and individuals should weigh both positives and negatives depending on their circumstances, it is best to have offline education.