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    • BACHELOR OF ARTS/SCIENCE IN UNIVERSITY STUDIES PROGRAM

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    The University Studies degree is designed for students who have invested significant effort in education without completing a traditional pathway. It offers a flexible approach for leveraging accumulated credits, aiding transfer students, military personnel, and those re-entering education. Students can use prior coursework and life experiences to hasten degree completion. This degree also allows for tailoring education to fit specific career aspirations and personal interests, creating a relevant academic experience.

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    What You’ll Learn

    Program graduates demonstrate the following skills and abilities:

    • Tailored to your accumulated learning, the University Studies degree allows you to develop skills and abilities that qualify you to reach your career goals. Create a personalized path to the finish.

    Program Objectives

    1. Connect prior learning and future plans to essential learning outcomes.
    2. Use multidisciplinary perspectives to synthesize facts, ideas, and information to independently solve problems.
    3. Communicate to a variety of stakeholders using written, verbal, visual, or digital skills.
    4. Use self-directed skills to complete project(s).

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    (704) 406-4000

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    Upcoming Start Dates

    Traditional Undergraduate
    August 19
    January 11, 2027
    May 19, 2027
    June 23, 2027
    GWU Online
    August 17
    October 12
    January 4, 2027
    March 1, 2027
    April 26, 2027
    June 21, 2027

    Additional Info

    Cost of Attendance – GWU Online

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    Transfer Students

    Program hours
    1
    Years (avg.)
    1
    Class Type

    Online

    Total Credit Hours

    120 hours required

    Transfer Credits

    Transfer in up to 90 semester hours

    Accreditation

    Gardner-Webb University is accredited by SACSCOC

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    AVAILABLE PROGRAMS

     

    Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in University Studies

    The online BA/BS University Studies degree offers flexibility, allowing accumulated credits to count towards graduation. It suits students with 60+ completed hours, including transfer and military students. Students work with career coaches and advisors to create an individualized study plan based on their goals. To complete the degree, at least 60 credits must be at the 300- and 400-levels, with the final 30 credits done at Gardner-Webb. Students can transfer up to 60 credits from 2-year or 90 from 4-year institutions. Graduates receive a degree from the College of Arts and Sciences and may take coursework from any of Gardner-Webb’s colleges and schools. For a complete listing of online undergraduate courses, view the Academic Catalog.

    Additional opportunities

    Gardner-Webb offers an Accelerated Masters Program, letting undergraduates take graduate courses for selected master’s degrees at lower costs.

    Accelerated Masters Program (AMP)

    Gardner-Webb offers an Accelerated Masters Program, letting undergraduates take graduate courses for selected master’s degrees at lower costs.

    Learn more about the Accelerated Master’s Program

    Career Preparation

    We mentor our students at every step of the way, from career exploration to course selection to applications for internships and to searching and applying for graduate programs.

    Learn more about Career Development

    The Center for Personal and Professional Development helps students find their purpose and pursue passions. For guidance, contact [email protected].

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    Why Choose University Studies at Gardner-Webb?

    The University Studies program at Gardner-Webb University offers flexibility with an online curriculum tailored to career goals.

    Flexibility

    Online

    Personalized learning path

    Career coaching

    Small class sizes

    Faith-based

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    Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)
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    Art Club

    Gardner-Webb University offers various student organizations that enhance academic pursuits. Students can join clubs related to their majors or interests. These clubs aid personal and professional growth through networking events and workshops, and they improve resumes by showing leadership and teamwork. For a complete list, students should explore the available options to enrich their college experience.

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    Value of a Completed Bachelor’s Degree

    The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) reports that individuals with a bachelor’s degree earn 59% more annually than those with a high school diploma. For example, in 2022, the median annual income for those with a bachelor’s degree was $66,600 versus $41,800 for those who completed high school as their highest level of attainment.

    Employment Opportunities

    Self-designed BA/BS in University Studies graduates find opportunities in diverse fields like education, healthcare, media design, and marketing and often advance in their careers.

    Continued Education

    Many also pursue further education, transitioning smoothly into graduate school programs, alternative teacher licensure, or other professional qualifications.

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    Dr. Robert Prickett

    Interim Chair, Department of Social Sciences, Professor and Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences
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