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.

• 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 

• Bachelor of Arts, Religious Studies →
• Bachelor of Science, Organizational Management →
• Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice →

• 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.

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.

• 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