Academic Catalog

Undergraduate Degree Programs

A.A. Associate of Arts

The Associate of Arts (A.A.) is a 61-hour degree rooted in the University’s General Education curriculum. Program completion qualifies a student for admission into a bachelor's program of the University and meets the institution's General Education requirements William Woods University designs all undergraduate Associate degree programs to be completed within 2 years of study.

A.S. Associate of Science

The Associate of Science (A.S.) is a 68-hour degree rooted in a scientific or technical field. It meets the institution's General Education requirements. William Woods University designs all undergraduate Associate degree programs to be completed within 2 years of study.

B.A. Bachelor of Arts

The Bachelor of Arts degree usually includes a major of 30-42 credits and a minor of 18 credits. Majors associated with the bachelor of arts are most appropriate to students seeking a liberal-learning, pre-professional or graduate school orientation. Bachelor of Arts degree programs require a minor and six credit hours of any foreign language. William Woods University designs all undergraduate Bachelor degree programs to be completed within 4 years of study.

B.A.S. Bachelor of Applied Science

The Bachelor of Applied Science degree is presently a degree completion program designed for individuals who already hold an Associate’s degree in Applied Science (A.A.S.) or an Associate's degree in Science (A.S.). This degree is designed to further the knowledge and management skills of employees and managers whose previous educational background is primarily technical or industrial. William Woods University designs all undergraduate completion programs to be completed within 2 years of study.

B.G.S. Bachelor of General Studies

The Bachelor of General Studies degree provides students with a flexible degree option. Students have the opportunity to work with advisors to design their own program of study. This major is best for students who are looking for a customized degree. William Woods University designs all undergraduate Bachelor degree programs to be completed within 4 years of study.

B.F.A. Bachelor of Fine Arts

The Bachelor of Fine Arts program prepares students for both professional and higher educational opportunities in the art world. BFA students gain a solid foundation in a variety of art processes and techniques, along with an understanding of the arts from both an historical and a cultural perspective. Students have the opportunity to focus on specific areas of painting, drawing, sculpture, or ceramics while developing their own personal aesthetic. William Woods University designs all undergraduate Bachelor degree programs to be completed within 4 years of study.

B.S. Bachelor of Science

The Bachelor of Science degree usually includes a major of 42 to 60 credits. This degree does not require a minor. Majors associated with the bachelor of science degree best serve students interested in preparation for more immediate career opportunities and provide more extensive course work with an applied emphasis. William Woods University designs all undergraduate Bachelor degree programs to be completed within 4 years of study.

B.S.N. Bachelor of Science in Nursing

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing is presently a degree completion program designed for those that are already state licensed RNs and have completed an Associate’s Degree or Diploma program. This degree is designed to further the knowledge and management skills of employees and managers whose previous educational background is primarily practice based. William Woods University designs all undergraduate completion programs to be completed within 2 years of study.

B.S.W. Bachelor of Social Work

The Bachelor of Social Work degree includes a major of 48 credit hours. It does not require a minor. William Woods University designs all undergraduate Bachelor degree programs to be completed within 4 years of study.