The Bachelor of Professional Studies is RIC’s 100% online adult degree completion program.
It's Learning That Fits Your Life
We know that many adult students are juggling work and family commitments. The Bachelor of Professional Studies (BPS) program was designed with this in mind. Choose the BPS program to achieve something you've always wanted, in a way that works for you. Interested?
Apply by June 13 to start in Fall 2025. You'll be notified of acceptance on June 27.
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How the Program Works
Choose 1 of 2 Concentration Options
The BPS bachelor's degree program allows you to choose from one of two concentrations, each including the added value of a Certificate of Undergraduate Studies (CUS):
- Organizational Leadership (CUS in Workplace Diversity)
- Social Services (CUS in Nonprofit Studies)
Each concentration emphasizes diversity and ethics, while teaching concepts and skills delivered efficiently and accessibly that are required for career advancement. There is also a foundation in the arts and sciences through the BPS general education requirements.
Take 2 Courses at a Time
The BPS is designed to fit within a busy working adult’s schedule. Here’s how it works:
- program runs during the Fall and Spring semesters
- each semester is split into two 7-week sessions
- 2 courses are taught in each session
- courses are delivered in a blended online format
- synchronous courses in each semester are taught back-to-back on the same day of the week
Fully Online: Synchronous and Asynchronous
Courses are delivered in a blended online format:
- asynchronous = students view course materials and complete assignments without specified class meetings
- synchronous = students and instructors are talking, teaching, and learning via Zoom in real time
Please Note: Only the following courses meet synchronously: COMM 208B/COMM 333B (offered in the fall), COMM 454B (offered in the spring).
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