Bachelor of Professional Studies

Prepare for career advancement and graduate studies.

Become a 21st century thinker. Apply classroom concepts to work-related tasks. We understand that working adults need flexibility to complete a degree while managing responsibilities. 

Why study professional studies at the College of Charleston?

This program is a good fit for you if you're interested in completing a degree, changing industries, advancing your career or preparing for graduate school. This program is flexible so you can fit finishing your education into your lifestyle.

What will I learn?

You will learn concepts like leadership, critical thinking and creativity. You'll apply what you learn in the classroom today directly to your job tomorrow. Choose to focus your degree in one of four concentrations:

  • applied communication.
  • healthcare and medical services management.
  • organizational management and development.
  • project management.

Program Highlights

You probably have a job, a family and a lot of responsibility outside of taking classes and studying for your exams. We give you the best chance at success by offering a 20% discount on tuition, discounted enrollment deposit and an application fee waiver.
  • Flexible Learning

    One of the benefits to earning your Professional Studies (BPS) degree at the College of Charleston is our flexible course delivery options. Adult learners are busy and often prefer to attend classes in the evening or online. All degree requirements can be complete remotely. Option include the following:
    • You can attend class in person.
    • You can use Zoom and join the class live by video.
    • You can watch a recording of the class at your convenience.

  • Senior Project

    In your last two semesters of the program, you will take a capstone course. This course reviews, enhances, integrates and applies course content, experiences and core competencies. To ensure you are set up for success post-graduation, a transition plan is developed through a coaching process. You'll be fully ready to take the next steps in your professional life.

  • Community

    Our program primarily serves non-traditional (adult, 21+) students. Like you, they are determined and ambitious. Learn with like-minded students who are focused on professional development.

Careers & Outcomes

As the College’s adult degree completion program, our focus is to help you successfully meet your goals and earn your bachelor’s degree.

Are you ready to change industries, advance within your current company or earn a graduate degree? We'll equip you with cutting-edge knowledge. This is the place to finish what you started.

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Once a cougar, always a cougar.

Victoria Cowell wanted a more substantial degree to take her further in her career. She knew she needed a flexible online program. She found the perfect fit to balance working full-time with being a wife and mother.

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