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Median annual salary of a professional studies graduate.
An online associate's or bachelor's in professional studies will give you the interdisciplinary skills needed to succeed in today's competitive job market.
Associate's & Bachelor's
100% Online
Part-Time
Associate's: 61
Bachelor's: 121
Transfer up to 90 credits for Bachelor's
Earn a dynamic degree that reflects your personal interests and professional goals. The 100% online part-time professional studies AS and BS programs allow you the flexibility to explore new topics while earning a powerful and portable degree.
The associate's degree in professional studies will help you structure an academic course of study with the guidance of a dedicated faculty advisor. This degree can be easily transitioned into the bachelor's.
The bachelor's degree is open to those holding an associate's degree in applied science from a regionally accredited institution. You can apply credits in your area of expertise through professional licensure or prior college coursework. With the option to customize your degree with the selection of a minor or fast track to a master's degree, you'll deepen your studies and develop meaningful professional skills.
When you graduate, you'll be on the inside track to achieving your professional goals and thriving in a career that makes you happy.
You have the power to choose your path and customize your education with the associate's in professional studies. After taking core courses in writing, civic engagement, and effective communication, you'll be able to study what interests you most. Taking a variety of classes from history, math, science, humanities, and social sciences will give you the well-rounded, flexible skills you need to succeed.
Students must meet all requirements for graduation including:
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A bachelor's of science in professional studies will open you up to a world of career and life possibilities.
Your basic studies will consist of foundational courses in civic engagement, writing, information systems, effective communication, humanities, and social science studies. After that, you'll have the freedom to choose the courses that interest you most. You'll complete your education by creating a transformation capstone project to showcase all you've learned.
Students must meet all requirements for graduation including:
Visit the academic catalog to view curriculum and coursework requirements for the bachelor's degree
If you’ve ever thought about earning your master’s degree, take advantage of our accelerated graduate program options. Once admitted into the program, you will take up to 9 credits of graduate-level courses that will count towards both your undergraduate and graduate degrees.
Complete your master’s degree in as little one year in one of the following areas:
You may apply once you reach 90 credits in your bachelor’s program or upon Associate Dean approval. A 3.0 cumulative GPA is required to apply.
Median annual salary of a professional studies graduate.
Employment of management occupations is expected to increase faster than the average for all occupations by 2032, creating over 1 million job openings per year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Employment Projections.
With 100% online courses, the professional studies programs are designed to meet the needs of busy working adults. Choose to start with the associate's, transfer up to 90 credits to your bachelor's degree, pick a minor, or level up to your master's degree with just one additional year of study.
No matter your schedule, you can complete coursework at your pace by learning in a flexible, online format that aligns with your personal and professional goals.
Your education will stretch beyond the online classroom as you build relationships with driven classmates, engaged alumni, and powerhouse faculty who take the time to get to know you personally in small, engaging classes. Along with your dedicated faculty advisor, you'll meet many industry insiders, creating a meaningful network of connections that will follow you long after graduation.
Widener offers the opportunity to get a well-rounded perspective on a variety of excellent fields of study. In a thorough and engaging manner, Widener provides students a solid foundation for the next (or first) step in their careers and beyond.
Our admissions and financial aid teams are here to support you every step of the way. Have a question? Ask away!
The professional studies programs accept students on a rolling basis; there is no deadline for application.
Here, you can transfer up to 90 credits toward your bachelor's degree—more than most universities accept. You can also receive credit for prior learning—such as certificates, CLEP exams, military service, and more.
Students who have completed an approved allied health program and have an active certification can turn their certification into course credits by receiving transfer credit towards their associate's or bachelor's degree.
Our admissions team will help you make the most of college-level credits earned after high school. We maintain strong partnerships and articulation agreements with numerous local community colleges and also accept a wide range of course credits earned at accredited colleges and universities.
Curious about how many credits may transfer? Email your transcripts to transfer@widener.edu and our transfer coordinator will personally review your coursework as an unofficial credit evaluation. Applicants are given priority during busy seasons, but you don't have to apply to work with our transfer coordinator.
Transferring doesn't have to be a guessing game—share your stats and we'll take it from there!
Widener University serves as a "second home" for students from around the world.
Want to know what it's like to be an international student or need assistance navigating English proficiency requirements? We're here to help, and our international admissions director will support you through the application process.
This support doesn't end with admissions—our International Student Support team will serve as a valuable resource throughout your Widener journey.
Learn more about applying as an international student
*Visa and financial aid not available for international undergraduate students in 100% online programs
Because Widener is a private institution, we're able to offer financial assistance that brings our education within reach for individuals who might otherwise not be able to afford it.
You might be surprised how much we are able to offer.
Getting started is easy. Simply apply to Widener and submit your FAFSA to be automatically considered for scholarships and grants. "FAFSA" stands for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and helps identify whether you are eligible for aid awarded by Widener, the government, and other sources. Our school code is 003313.
In order to receive a financial aid offer, students must meet certain eligibility requirements. Here are the general eligibility requirements for most financial aid programs:
Learn more about applying for financial aid as an adult and continuing studies student
Widener is proud to offer several endowed scholarship opportunities to currently enrolled adult and continuing studies students. These scholarships are awarded by the Center for Graduate & Continuing Studies and made possible through generous donor gifts. And the best part? Unlike loans, scholarship awards are yours to keep without the need to pay them back. Students are also welcome to reapply every year.
In the Accelerated Advantage 4+1 program, you can save up to a year of tuition by pursuing a master's degree—resulting in thousands of dollars in savings. During your fifth year of study, you can also apply for graduate-level scholarships and assistantships to further reduce education costs. To learn more about graduate scholarships and assistantships, please speak with your academic advisor during the spring semester of your senior year.
Widener University also partners with many local organizations and corporations to offer discounted tuition and other incentives to their employees. Don't see your company on the list? Ask them to become a partner. In addition, employers often offer educational reimbursement benefits. We encourage you to explore these opportunities and will be glad to provide any necessary documentation.
If you graduated with a degree from Widener, you may qualify for a 20% tuition discount. The first step to see what you qualify for is to submit your application. Widener offers students many paths to savings, and while we don't offer "double discounts", we'll make sure you'll get the biggest financial benefit you're eligible for. Only students who have completed an associate's, bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree are eligible. Students who have pursued a 4+1, 4+2, or 3+3 pathway, graduate assistantship, Widener-funded scholarship, or other tuition discount may not be eligible if the financial discount granted surpasses 20%.
Bachelor's degree cost does not account for advanced standing options. See above to learn more about transferring credits to Widener.
Tuition rates are subject to change. Official costs for your first year will be determined at time of enrollment.
To visit Widener is, often, to fall in love with the place. To fit your timeline and schedule, we offer a variety of ways to get to know us.
We offer a variety of virtual events to get to know Widener and meet with faculty and admissions staff.
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