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University Programs Overview

The university offers a variety of programs designed to advance careers and provide flexible learning opportunities. These programs cater to different fields, including business, government, healthcare, public safety, and technology.

Program Details

Business Programs

• Bachelor's Degree Completion
• Accounting - Graduate
• Certified Financial Planning
• Human Resources
• Leadership
• Procurement & Contracts Management
• Project Management
• Higher Ed Program for Executive Level Assistants
• Research Administration
• SHRM Learning & Prep
• Cybersecurity Management
• Customized Learning for Organizations

Government Programs

• Bachelor's Degree Completion
• Procurement & Contracts Management
• Project Management
• Leadership
• Public Administration

Healthcare Programs

• Health Sciences Management Certificate
• Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Medical Program

Public Safety Programs

• Master of Public Safety Program
• National Criminal Justice Command College
• Center for Public Safety and Justice

Technology Programs

• Bachelor's Degree Completion
• Cloud Computing
• Cybersecurity Management
• Cybersecurity Analysis
• Information Technology
• Project Management

Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies Degree

The Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies (BIS) degree is designed for adults seeking a flexible program to complete their undergraduate degree while balancing work and family commitments. Rooted in the UVA liberal arts tradition, the BIS degree offers a broad interdisciplinary education that prepares students to advance in their current jobs, transition to a new career, or pursue graduate studies.

Curriculum and Support Resources

The BIS degree program offers concentrations in:

• Art and Society
• Business
• Cybersecurity Analysis
• Cloud Solutions and Operations
• Early Childhood
• Healthcare Management
• History and Politics
• Public Safety Management
• Information Technology
• Liberal Arts
• Psychology
• Writing

Students enroll in a required series of Liberal Studies Seminars and Conduct of Inquiry Seminars, supplemented by elective courses that complement academic, personal, and professional goals. Students also conduct independent research for a two-semester Capstone Project, with guidance and support from a faculty member.

Admission Requirements

• A high school diploma, or equivalent
• 36 Transferable Credit Hours: A minimum of 36 transferable credits (C or better), to include:
  • English composition (your college’s full sequence)
  • At least 12 transferable credits applicable toward the general education requirements for the BIS degree.
• 2.0 GPA: A minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 from the institution attended most recently and good academic and social standing at that institution
• Academic, Social & Financial Standing at UVA: Good academic, social, and financial standing at UVA if previously enrolled.

Tuition and Fees

• Estimated cost: $499 tuition per credit hour and $10 fees per credit hour, or $30,540 for 60 credits.
• Students pay per course, per semester.
• This program is eligible for Active Duty Military Rate of $250 per credit hour
• Students have access to financial aid, scholarships, and payment plans
• Additional fees may apply, including course materials. Tuition rates are adjusted annually.

Scholarships

BIS students may be eligible for both institutional and department scholarships, including:

• Achievement Award
• Charlottesville Scholarship Program
• Dean's Promise Scholarship
• Enslaved Ancestors Scholarship
• Guttman Public Service Scholarship
• Osher Reentry Scholarship
• Tobacco Region Loan Forgiveness Program

Application Process

• Attend an informational webinar
• Speak to a Recruitment Specialist
• Submit the Pre-Admission Review form
• Speak with your current employer to explore tuition assistance and let them know you plan to finish your degree
• Schedule an application walkthrough
• Gather application materials, including:
  • One essay: Approximately 500 words
  • Unofficial Transcripts: Upload with your application; submit them through the pre-admissions form; or send to the admissions office
  • Standardized Test Scores: TOEFL, IELTS, AP or IB scores (if applicable)
  • Application for VA In-State Education Privileges: To determine residency (SCPS tuition is geographically neutral)
  • Letter of Recommendation: Ideally, a person who knows you in an academic capacity (professor, advisor) and can comment on the strengths and skills that will help you be a successful student. A work supervisor is also acceptable. Please, no friends or relatives.

Guaranteed Admission Agreements

• Guaranteed Admission Agreement (GAA) with Virginia Community College System
• Guaranteed Admission Agreement (GAA) with Richard Bland College of William and Mary

Program Structure

• Start dates in August and January
• Transfer up to 60 credits into UVA
• Undergraduate study designed around the lives and schedules of working adults
• Online courses from established faculty
• Individualized academic advising

What You Will Learn

The BIS degree program is designed to be flexible, with instructors understanding that adult learners are balancing many demands. Classes are held primarily synchronously online in the evening, allowing students to ask questions, dig deeper, and develop long-lasting relationships with classmates and instructors. On average, students take two courses per term, including the summer, and take about three to four years to complete the degree. Depending on individual circumstances, students may be able to finish sooner or choose to move more slowly, with the option to take up to seven years.