Bachelor of Science in Applied Studies
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Applied Studies program offers a tailored, flexible education that bridges multiple disciplines. Students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills while engaging with real-world challenges across various fields. The program emphasizes customization, experiential learning, and practical application, preparing graduates to navigate and lead in an increasingly interconnected professional landscape.
Key Differentiators
Students will:
The Bachelor of Science in Applied Studies encourages students to achieve the following educational outcomes:
Program Requirements
Explore degree and GPA requirements for acceptance, as well as how many hours and internship credits are needed to graduate from Westcliff’s Bachelor of Science in Applied Studies program.
Admission Requirements
For acceptance into the Bachelor of Science in Applied Studies (BSAS) degree program, applicants must satisfy one of the following criteria:
- High school diploma from a university-recognized high school with a minimum of a 2.0 cumulative G.P.A. or university-recognized high school equivalency, or successfully take and pass the relevant examination such as GED, TASC, or HiSET;
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- High school diploma plus a previously earned Associate-level or higher degree from a nationally, regionally, or government-accredited college or university;
OR
- High school diploma plus twenty-four (24) college-level credits (does not include remedial credits) from a nationally, regionally, or government-accredited college or university earned with a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA;
OR
- Approval from the Admissions Committee following a review of factors considered essential for academic success, including previous academic progress, non-academic achievements, and any additional information requested by the Committee as they relate to standards set by the University’s governing bodies.
Graduation Requirements
The Bachelor of Science in Applied Studies requires 120 credit hours, including 60 credit hours of Integrated Studies (General Education) Courses, 15 credit hours of Concentration, 6 credit hours of Theory and Research, 6 credit hours of Upper Division Writing and Communication, 9 credit hours of Applied Core, 21 credit hours of Upper Division Electives, and 3 credit hours of Capstone. Students must complete 120 prescribed credit hours with a program GPA (PGPA) of 2.0 or higher to graduate. Students must apply for graduation. Upon graduation and fulfillment of all academic requirements, students receive a Bachelor of Science in Applied Studies degree.
Program Information
Course Delivery
Bachelor of Science in Applied Studies Program Requirements – 120 Credit Hours
| Integrated Studies (General Education) | 60 Credits |
| Concentration | 15 Credits |
| Theory & Research | 6 Credits |
| Upper Division Writing & Communication | 6 Credits |
| Applied Core | 9 Credits |
| Applied Core | 9 Credits |
| Upper Division Electives | 21 Credits |
| Capstone | 3 Credits |
| Total Program Credit Requirements | 120 Credits |
Course Catalog and Student Handbook
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Scholarship Opportunities
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