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Program Overview
Lewis University's Bachelor of Arts in Professional Studies empowers working adults with an associate's degree or significant work experience to advance their careers. The program focuses on developing critical thinking, communication, and leadership skills through hands-on projects and leverages transfer credits for efficient completion. Ideal candidates include individuals seeking career advancement or a transfer-friendly path to a bachelor's degree.
Program Outline
Outline:
- Program focus:
- Develops professional, communication, and critical thinking skills.
- Provides a transfer-friendly path to earning a bachelor's degree for working adults.
- Tailored to the skills companies value most: critical thinking, problem solving, ethical decision making, and collaborative leadership.
- Utilizes practical and applied projects to make learning engaging, hands-on, and relevant.
- Designed for efficient completion, especially for those with an associate's degree or significant work experience.
- Ideal Candidates:
- Individuals with an associate's degree in the Applied Sciences (AAS).
- Current students in the Community College of the Air Force Associate in Applied Science program.
- Individuals with a collection of transfer credits seeking a bachelor's degree.
- Working adults seeking career advancement.
Teaching:
- Teaching methods:
- Utilize practical and applied projects to make learning engaging, hands-on, and relevant.
- Unique approaches:
- Leverages transfer credits from associate degree and certificate programs to accelerate degree completion.
- Offers the opportunity to earn credit for past job experiences using a Prior Learning Assessment (PLA).
Careers:
- Desired skills:
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Career benefits:
- Climb the career ladder
- Perform job more effectively
- Gain a greater sense of fulfillment and satisfaction
Other:
- Program highlights:
- Transfer-friendly
- Adult accelerated
- Provides the skills to continue learning and grow in your career
- Contact information:
- Phone: (815) 838-0500 or (800) 897-9000
- Email: admissions@lewisu.edu
Lewis University
Overview:
Lewis University is a private, Catholic university located in Romeoville, Illinois, approximately 35 miles southwest of Chicago. It is known for its Lasallian education, which emphasizes community service, social justice, and academic excellence.
Services Offered:
Lewis University offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
Academic Support:
Academic advising, tutoring, writing center, and other resources to help students succeed in their studies.Career Services:
Career counseling, job search assistance, internship opportunities, and employer connections.Student Life:
Student organizations, clubs, intramural sports, and other activities to enhance the campus experience.Health and Safety:
Student Wellness Center, University Police, and emergency planning services.Housing and Dining:
On-campus housing options and dining services.Library:
Extensive library resources, including books, journals, databases, and research support.Financial Aid:
Scholarships, grants, loans, and other financial assistance options.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Students at Lewis University can expect a vibrant and engaging campus experience. The university offers a variety of opportunities for students to get involved, including:
Student Organizations:
Over 100 student organizations, clubs, and groups representing a wide range of interests.Athletics:
NCAA Division II athletics, with a variety of sports teams for students to participate in.Recreation and Fitness:
Fitness center, intramural sports, and club sports.University Ministry:
Opportunities for spiritual growth and service.Campus Events:
Concerts, lectures, performances, and other events throughout the year.Key Reasons to Study There:
Lasallian Education:
Lewis University's commitment to Lasallian values provides a unique and enriching educational experience.Strong Academic Programs:
The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, including highly regarded programs in aviation, business, nursing, and education.Small Class Sizes:
Students receive personalized attention from faculty and have the opportunity to build close relationships with their professors.Location:
The university's location near Chicago provides students with access to a variety of cultural, educational, and employment opportunities.Career Outcomes:
Lewis University graduates are well-prepared for successful careers in a variety of fields.Academic Programs:
Lewis University offers a wide range of academic programs across six colleges and schools:
College of Aviation, Science and Technology (CoAST):
Aviation, engineering, computer science, and other STEM fields.College of Business (CoB):
Business administration, accounting, finance, marketing, and management.College of Education and Social Sciences (CoESS):
Education, psychology, social work, and criminal justice.College of Humanities, Fine Arts and Communications (CoHFAC):
English, history, art, music, theatre, and communication.College of Nursing and Health Sciences (CoNHS):
Nursing, health sciences, and pre-professional programs.School of Graduate, Professional & Continuing Education (SGPCE):
Master's and doctoral programs, as well as certificate programs.Other:
Lewis University also offers a variety of online programs for students who prefer to study remotely. The university has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, and it provides a welcoming and supportive environment for students from all backgrounds.
