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Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Science Degree Completion Program

Acknowldeging the active lives of the adult student and realizing that curricula designed for traditional college students do not always meet the educational needs of working adults, Marist offers the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science Degree Completion Program fully on-line or on-ground.  There are also accelerated program options that allow for a combination of approaches.  Quality, flexibility and portability are key.  No matter where you live or relocate, you can begin your degree at Marist and complete your program regardless of where life may take you.

The Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Science Degree Completion Program  provides students with the flexibility to tailor their educational experiences at Marist to meet both personal and professional objectives. Our programs are global in focus and skill based in content.  Students in the Bachelor of Arts/ Bachelor of Science Degree Completion Program Students select their concentrations from two or more areas of study depending on the path they select.

Included in every Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science Degree Completion Program is a six-course sequence that takes an interdisciplinary approach toward learning which draws from various fields of study. These courses also fulfill the distributive core/liberal studies curriculum required in traditional majors. The sequence begins with an initial course that helps students design their programs, assess prior life experiences, and formulate educational goals. Additional courses focus on the integration of learning across various disciplines and the chance to demonstrate synthesis of theory and practice through a capping experience.

Features of the Bachelor of Arts /Bachelor of Science Degree Completion Program include:

  • Structure and flexibility that challenge students to define their educational goals
  • Maximization of transfer credits
  • Accelerated Saturday and evening programs for working adults
  • Accessible worldwide or on-ground in the Hudson Valley
  • A focus on incorporating knowledge from across a variety of disciplines
  • Excellent preparation for graduate school and/or professional development

Mission Statement

The Bachelor of Arts /Bachelor of Science Degree Completion Program provides adult undergraduate students with tailored educational programs which are flexible enough to meet diverse student needs and interests, yet structured enough to maintain the high academic standards of a Marist College degree program. This is achieved through the integration of academic areas, lifetime learning and work experience, all within an interactive learning environment.

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