University Studies

Bachelor of
University Studies

Create your personalized path to graduation with our flexible program, designed for students with 90+ credit hours to leverage prior learning and customize their educational experience. Integrate coursework from multiple disciplines while building essential knowledge and skills applicable across various career fields

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Bachelor of University Studies

About the Program

KEY INFORMATION: This innovative major offers a flexible and personalized approach to degree completion for students who have already invested significantly in their education. It is a perfect solution for working adults with substantial college credits who need to finish their bachelor's degree.

The Bachelor of University Studies at Mississippi State University offers a unique pathway to graduation, diverging from traditional single-discipline majors. This program recognizes that today's professionals often require interdisciplinary knowledge and skills, ensuring graduates are prepared for diverse career opportunities.

Designed for students with 90+ credit hours who have not yet completed a bachelor's degree, the major focuses on leveraging prior learning while integrating coursework from multiple disciplines. Students work with academic advisors to create a customized educational plan that aligns with their career goals and builds upon their existing knowledge base.

Bachelor of University Studies

Program Overview

Degree Structure

  • Total Hours Required: 120
  • General Education: 30 hours
  • University Studies Core: 33 hours
  • Additional Courses: 36 hours
  • Remaining Hours: 21 hours (electives/specialization)
Tailored to your previous academic achievements and career goals through collaboration with your advisor to develop a personalized degree plan.

Admission & Transfer Requirements

To be eligible for the program:

  • Minimum 90 credit hours already completed
  • No prior bachelor's degree earned

Transfer Credit Limits:

  • Up to 60 hours from accredited community colleges
  • Up to 90 hours from accredited four-year universities
  • Transfer credit evaluation completed by MSU Registrar's Office upon admission

Graduation Requirements

  • 120 total applicable hours
  • 60 hours must be from an accredited four-year university
  • 30 upper-level hours (3000/4000 level) completed at MSU
This structure ensures you can efficiently complete your degree while meeting MSU's academic standards.

At a Glance

Program Snapshot

 

Program Format: Face-to-Face and Online

Number of Credit Hours: 120 Total Hours

Entry Term: Fall, Spring, Summer

Time to Complete: Varies

Bachelor of University Studies

Bachelor of University Studies Degree Benefits

 
  • Flexible Completion – Designed specifically for busy adults with 90+ credit hours, allowing you to finish your degree on your timeline while balancing work and family commitments.
  • Personalized Academic Plan – Work directly with academic advisors to create a customized degree pathway that builds on your existing credits and aligns with your career objectives.
  • Prior Learning Recognition – Leverage your professional experience, certifications, and previous coursework to accelerate degree completion and reduce time to graduation.
  • Career Advancement Ready – Open doors to promotions, new opportunities, and graduate school with a completed bachelor's degree from Mississippi State University.

Bachelor of University Studies
Advising Team

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Caine Page

Online Campus

  • Academic Advisor and Success Coach
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Jaiki Shumpert

Starkville Campus

  • Academic Advisor and Success Coach
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