Absolutely true.
However, all who meet the criteria of 100% task completion should be considered. A well rounded individual doesn't need to pay for group dynamics classes- and if one can perform their duties just as well without the degree, or from an online degree, why is it that is a disqualification?
I can understand experience- to get the better jobs, everyone has to have experience! It's the mandate of expensive education when one doesn't require it that concerns me.