Hi all,I decided to sign up after reading some of the threads over the last few days.That and the fact that I'm hoping someone can please offer some sage advice.

Ok, I met my girlfriend she's a USC in January of 2007.Met in August of 2007 and have been in each others company as recently as Late December/early January 2008.

I'm trying to get out there to be closer to her.Currently I'm thinking my options may be the H1B/H2B/J1 Visa route.I work in a hotel,have done for the past two years and recently sent off my CV to an online school that grants degrees.Long story short I was told with my experience I qualify for a BS in Hotel management.I was just wonderimg does anyone know if this (online & accredited degree) would be acceptable to the US Embassy?

There are a few other factors that may cloud the issue.I'm a aware of the K-1 I believe?The fiance visa?However,my girlfriend and her family have huge expectations that when she marries it'll be done properly,you know the big day etc.Add those factors to the fact that I do have a criminal background.When I went across in August I had a visa for a one time visit.When I went back across in December I was granted a visa,valid for 1 year with multiple entries.My conviction was for fighting.I know it was wrong and if I could turn the clock back I would.That offence happened in 2001.

My main question is about the online degree,would that be valid?If anyone else has any other suggestions/advice then I'd bevery grateful.It is so hard to be away from the woman you love.

Thank you.