School of Graduate, Professional, and Extended Studies

Earn a bachelor's degree in as little as 18-24 months

The mission of the School of Graduate, Professional, and 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.

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Since 1997, the goal of the School of Graduate, Professional, and 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 School are consistent with our students ’lifelong learning pursuits. The School of Graduate, Professional, and 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 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

FAQ

What is Extended Studies?

Overview

Since 1997, the goal of the School of Graduate, Professional, and 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 School of Graduate, Professional, and 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
Saint 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 School
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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