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Professional Studies

Have you earned some credits and are interested in pursuing a bachelor's degree? Learn more about our exciting program!

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The bachelor of science in professional studies is a degree completion program ideal for a variety of students. The major is designed for students who have completed a two-year technical associate degree or students who have completed a significant number of college credits and wish to complete a bachelor’s degree. Students in this program will select concentrations based on their areas of interest. UWEC's professional studies program is designed to build on your experience — providing the depth employers are looking for in critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills.

Students must have completed at least 30 credits to enter the program. Students with a completed Associate of Applied Science degree from a Wisconsin Technical College System institution can transfer up to 60 technical credits toward the Professional Studies major.

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Program Details

Degree Types

Bachelor of Science (BS)

Degree Level undergraduate

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College College of Health and Human Sciences

Program Length 2-3 years

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Eau Claire

Rice Lake

In-person or online

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Finish What You Started

Your previous coursework will count toward your overall credit requirements for this program. Whether you enter with a partial bachelor's degree or a completed associate degree, your credits will transfer — helping you take the final step to earning your bachelor’s degree. You'll also work directly with an advisor to ensure you are selecting courses that will move you along your career path and meet graduation requirements.

Study What Interests You

You will choose from academic concentrations in Professional Communication, Health and Wellbeing, Social and Behavioral Sciences, or Natural and Physical Sciences to focus your studies; you can also work with an advisor to design your own concentration. These concentrations will align with your already-completed credits and give you the knowledge and skills to thrive.

Open Doors to Your Future

In February 2024, the Wisconsin Policy Forum projected that between now and 2030, more than half of jobs paying $50,000 annually will require a bachelor’s degree. Earning this degree not only unlocks new career paths, but it can also help you advance within the career you already have. Upon graduation, you can enter or advance in a wide range of positions, especially those that value critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills.

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UW-Eau Claire to offer new major in professional studies

The university will offer a bachelor of science in professional studies major starting in fall 2024 to promote bachelor’s degree completion for students who have either earned an associate degree or have significant college credits.

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Professional Studies Curriculum

This program requires a total of 120 credits, including the liberal education core and 60 credits in the major. Students must complete at least one interdisciplinary concentration. A capstone course will integrate the knowledge and skills acquired in the program with the student's technical and/or professional experience to prepare for their post-graduation plans.

What concentrations can professional studies students select?

Professional Communication
Health and Wellbeing
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Natural and Physical Sciences
Uniquely designed concentration to integrate existing coursework

What are the requirements for the BS in professional studies?

120 total credits (including up to 60 credits from Associate of Applied Science degree)
Liberal Education requirements – minimum 36 credits
Professional Studies Major – 60 credits
- 2 12-credit concentrations in areas that support your technical education, experience, and career goals; or 1 24-credit uniquely designed concentration
- A capstone course designed to build connection across your previous coursework and experience
- Additional credits of your choice to reach 60 credits in the major
39 credits 300-level or above from across LE, the major, and electives
30 credits minimum from UW-Eau Claire
23 of final 30 credits from UW-Eau Claire
2.0 total GPA

If you have questions in the meantime, please email profstudies@uwec.edu.

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