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With over 175 career-building programs available, we make achieving your goals more accessible. Search our wide range of programs below to find the bachelor’s or master’s degree, certificate, minor or accelerated program that best fits your needs.

Leadership and Law Certificate
Leadership and Law Certificate

Format: On Campus

Set yourself apart as an attorney with exceptional leadership skills and the ability to create meaningful change. Develop the critical knowledge and tools to take on legal leadership roles across industries, whether you're interested in private practice, the business sector, government or nonprofits. The certificate program consists of 15 credit hours.

Leadership, Educational (with principal licensure), M.Ed.
Leadership, Educational (with principal licensure), M.Ed.

Format: On Campus

Become an effective school administrator through an immersive curriculum that features practicums and a culminating activity to gain a comprehensive understanding of educational leadership practices. Specialized courses are available in administration principles, instructional leadership, human resources management and special education law.

Legal Studies, Master of
Legal Studies, Master of

Format: On Campus

Leverage an M.L.S. degree to stand out within your organization and navigate legal aspects effectively. With eight tracks available, including health care and criminal law, you can create a personalized concentration to align with your career goals. Designed for non-lawyers, with flexible part-time and full-time options available.

Liberal Studies, BA
Liberal Studies, BA

Format: On Campus

Earn your degree through an interdisciplinary approach to gain a broad understanding of different disciplines to develop the critical thinking and communication skills that will help you excel in today's rapidly changing world. Customize your degree to align with your career goals through 24 hours of elective courses.

Local Urban Management, Graduate Certificate
Local Urban Management, Graduate Certificate

Format: On Campus

Specialize your degree with a local/urban management certificate. Students who already hold Regular status and are pursuing a graduate degree will need approval from their program director and adherence to the College of Graduate Studies policies. The certificate program consists of 12 credit hours.

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Prospective Grad Student Social

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