Earn a bachelor's degree in as little as 18-24 months
The mission of the Gateway Program in the Department of Extended Studies is to offer non-traditional, continuing and alternative academic opportunities to adult learners, 21 and over, who are pursuing bachelor’s degrees and/or personal/professional educational goals.

Since 1997, the goal of the Department of Extended Studies-Gateway Program is to address the learning needs of adults who prefer an educational delivery system that is flexible, participatory and experientially related to the workplace. The educational programs offered through the Gateway Program are consistent with our students ’lifelong learning pursuits. The Department of Extended Studies offers adults the opportunity to complete bachelor’s degrees in an accelerated format while attending classes in the evenings and on weekends
Affordable Tuition
Major courses offered in a 5 Week Format
Attend Classes One Night a Week & Weekend
Seated and Online Classes
Grants and Scholarships Available
Smaller Teacher to Student Ratio
HOW TO APPLY
Apply in Four Easy Steps.Step 1:
Complete the Gateway Application
Step 2:
Secure an unofficial or official transcript for preliminary evaluation and qualification by an Extended Studies advisor.
Step 3:
Schedule an appointment to speak to an Extended Studies Advisor.
Step 4:
Have official transcript(s) from high school, GED or each college or university attended sent to:
Saint Augustine’s University
Office of Admissions
1315 Oakwood Avenue, Delany Hall
Raleigh, NC 27610
Telephone: 919.516.4018
DEGREE PROGRAMS
Religious Studies
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Learn MoreFAQ
What is Extended Studies?
Overview
Since 1997, the goal of the Department of Extended Studies is to address the learning needs of adults who prefer an educational delivery system that is flexible, participatory and experientially related to the workplace. The educational programs offered through the department are consistent with our students’ lifelong learning pursuits and include majors in Organizational Management, Religious Studies and Criminal Justice. This unique department offers adults the opportunity to complete bachelor’s degrees in an accelerated format while attending classes in the evenings and on weekends.
Why Earn a Bachelor’s Degree through the Gateway Program in the Department of Extended Studies?
- Smaller Teacher to Student Ratio
Increased cohort exchange and individualized educational attention tailored to our students’ needs
- Evening and Saturday Classes
Easier to continue educational pursuits while working full-time
- Credible University Degree
St. Augustine’s University is an accredited university that is recognized globally
- Transfer Credits
Saint Augustine’s University accepts successfully completed courses from other accredited colleges and universities that correspond with the General Education and elective requirements listed on the specific plan of study
- Advisors Designated Exclusively for the Department of Extended Studies
Adult learners have a single point of contact for academic counseling
- Military Friendly
Encourages veterans and their families to take advantage of their GI Bill benefits
What degrees are offered?
What are the program admissions requirements?
- 21 and over
- High School Diploma or GED
- Transfer credits must have a C or above grade from accredited institutions
- Meet with advisor
- Complete admissions and financial aid applications
- Remit all official transcripts
Students with earned associate’s degrees from any NC Community/Technical College or with the appropriate undergraduate courses completed can obtain their bachelor’s degrees in as little as 18-24 months.
Will my course credits transfer?
Saint Augustine’s University accepts successfully completed courses from other accredited colleges and universities that correspond with the General Education and elective requirements listed on your plan of study. University representatives and your advisor will determine the number of credits that will transfer from another institution of higher education.
What are the major objectives of this program?
- Prepare students to excel academically
- Promote strong written and oral communications skills
- Make appropriate adjustments to each student’s critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Foster self-reliance, self-image growth and leadership skills
- Improve students ’use of research techniques
- Promote job marketability and mobility

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START YOUR JOURNEY HEREBetty Holman
Interim Dean of Online, Continuing Education, Graduate & Special Programs
bholman@st-aug.edu
919.516.4618
Anthony Grady, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
agrady@st-aug.edu
919.516.4045
Pauline L. Goza, Ed.D.
Adjunct Professor
Plgoza@st-aug.edu
919.516.4215