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Applied Professional Studies, B.S.

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SUNY Canton’s Applied Professional Studies program offers a flexible pathway to bachelor’s degree completion for adults with previous college experience. Designed for working professionals and returning students, this fully online program allows you to build on your existing college credits and pursue an interdisciplinary education tailored to your personal and professional goals.

A Bachelor of Science in Professional Studies requires that approximately 75% of the courses earned towards your degree be professionally focused. The other 25% of courses will be liberal arts courses.

Earn a Degree on Your Schedule

The program emphasizes customization and online delivery so that students can align their academic studies with personal interests, career goals, and workforce demands.

Why Choose Applied Professional Studies?

• Build on Your Previous College Credits: Put your prior academic work toward completing a bachelor’s degree.
• Designed for Working Adults: Study 100% online while balancing work, family, and other commitments.
• Customize Your Education: Develop an interdisciplinary program of study that reflects your interests and career goals.
• Explore Credit for Prior Learning: Learn whether eligible professional training or other documented learning experiences may count toward your degree.
• Expand Your Opportunities: Earn a bachelor’s credential that may help you qualify for advancement or positions re-quiring a four-year degree.

Where Can Applied Professional Studies Take You?

A bachelor’s degree can open doors to professional opportunities that may otherwise remain out of reach. Applied Professional Studies is designed for individuals seeking to:

• Qualify for positions that require a bachelor’s degree
• Pursue promotion or advancement in your current field
• Transition into new professional roles
• Achieve the personal milestone of completing your four-year degree

Ready to Transfer? Easy!

Find out how your previous college credits can count toward your degree. Connect with SUNY Canton Admissions to explore transfer credits, degree require-ments, and your path to graduation.

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