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Adult & Professional Studies

  1. Academics
  2. Adult & Professional Studies

On the inside track, you're never alone. 

From day one, our faculty and staff will serve as your academic advocates. As you embark on a career-shaping degree through the Center for Extended Learning, you'll experience their wisdom, guidance, and support. Your path to a powerful career continues here.

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Bachelor's Degrees

Invest in your education, career, and life, all at the same time. Explore our flexible programs built for working adults. Select degrees offer the opportunity to complete an accelerated master's program.

Associate's Degrees

Faculty mentors, convenient courses, lasting support—at Widener, you'll find a program that meets your learning goals. 

Lifelong Learning

Discover the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI), an academic cooperative designed for mature adults. Expand your intellect as you meet fellow lifelong learners.

Professional Development

Plan a training for your organization or invest in your own development. You'll walk away with portable, practical skills you can apply from day one. 

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Find a Flexible Program

Here, you'll accomplish more than you ever thought possible, thanks to flexible programs designed for busy adults. Study part-time or full-time. Choose evening or weekend courses. Pursue an in-person, online, or hybrid format. With an adult degree from Widener, your academic pursuits will fit your everyday life. 

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Experience Personal Support

At Widener, you'll experience personalized support from application to graduation. No matter what program you pursue, our faculty and staff will guide you toward a successful education, career, and future. We can't wait to help you attain your biggest, boldest goals. 

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Join a Connected Community

Before long, your professors and classmates will feel like a second family. Together, you'll innovate, collaborate, and build a network that will follow you long after you graduate. You'll feel the benefit of this network as you rise in your career.

Upcoming Events

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Extended Learning Open House

22
Oct
University Center Atrium

Join us for a fall open house to discuss the details of our adult and professional studies programs.

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