Applied Science, BAS
Shape your education around your goals. You can tailor your education to your interests, combining academic and practical experiences that prepare you for diverse career paths and lifelong learning.
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or any math course that meets the MATH designation
Additional facts
STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
International students (F1), this program is not eligible for the STEM-OPT extension.
Accreditation
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Degree description
Applied Science degree description
If you've already completed an Associate of Applied Science, the Bachelor of Applied Science program is designed for you. You build on your technical knowledge while broadening your education through a personalized concentration. Options include applied computing, business, communication, creative writing, cybersecurity, environmental science, forensic psychology, political science and more.
You design a plan of study that reflects your interests and career goals, culminating in a capstone or internship experience. This flexibility helps you apply what you've already learned while you prepare for new opportunities in advanced study or the workforce.
If you've earned an AAS from a regionally accredited Arizona community college, you may apply up to 75 credits toward the BAS. If you've earned an AAS from other accredited institutions, you may transfer up to 60 credits.
Why study applied science at ASU?
Expand on what you've already learned through your AAS program while you prepare for new opportunities in advanced study or the workforce.
Courses
Explore a sample list of courses you may take in this program.
| Sample courses |
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| ENG 301 Writing for the Professions |
| IAS 300 Career Strategies and Personal Resilience |
| COM 316 Gender and Communication |
| COM 302 Military and Veterans in Media and Arts |
| IAS 340 Bioethics |
| IAP 305 20th and 21st Century Art, Performance, and Media |
Course checksheet and curriculum archive
The curriculum checksheet displays this program's required courses and other requirements you must complete for graduation.
Current ASU students, see how your courses can apply to another major and find out how to change your major (opens in new window).
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If you earned college credit outside ASU, our transfer tools map out your progress towards a degree and help you plan next steps.
See how your credits may apply (opens in new window)What you'll learn
The following learning outcomes highlight some of the knowledge and skills you'll develop to support your future success.
- Examine philosophical, religious, and ethical theories.
- Effectively communicate their ideas in writing and other modalities.
- Produce an original argument that applies ethical or religious theories to a real-world problem.
Examine philosophical, religious, and ethical theories.Admission requirements
Here are the admission and application details
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
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Students applying to this program must have completed an AAS degree. This program is not available to first-year students.
A current ASU student must hold an AAS to change their major to this program.
Students should visit the Change of Major form (opens in new window) for information about how to change a major to this program.
Explore expanded study opportunities
This program allows you to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. As a high-achieving student, accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for you to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of your master's degree. These programs feature the same high-quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
This program is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:
Approval to pursue the accelerated master's is typically granted during the junior year of your bachelor's degree program. If you are interested, you can learn more about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
When you pursue concurrent degrees (also known as a “double major”), you earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. Working with your academic advisor, you can create your own concurrent degree combination. Some combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum.
With more than 300 Global Education program opportunities available to them, students in the applied science program are able to tailor their experience to their specific interests and skill sets. Students in these programs build communication skills, learn to adapt and persevere, and are exposed to research and internships across the world, increasing their professional network. Students who have participated in a study abroad program have the heightened cultural competency, and leadership and critical thinking skills that enhance their resumes and help them stand out in a competitive career field. Whether in a foreign country, in the U.S. or online, students in the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences can explore how their varied fields and interests interact in different settings around the world.
Paying for college
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs.
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Build the career and future you want
Our graduates are prepared for a variety of career paths, including:
| Career | Growth | Median Salary | More Information |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communications Specialist | -0.3% | $76,910 | Learn more |
| Corrections Officer | 3.5% | $76,210 | Learn more |
| Editor | -1.1% | $77,920 | Learn more |
| Freelance Writer | -0.3% | $76,910 | Learn more |
| High School Teacher | -0.2% | $72,040 | Learn more |
| Human Behavior Researcher | 5.0% | $61,990 | Learn more |
| Political Analyst | -2.0% | $142,080 | Learn more |
| Private Investigator | 5.5% | $51,220 | Learn more |
| Public Relations Specialist | 1.8% | $74,750 | Learn more |
| Technical Writer | 0.8% | $90,390 | Learn more |
Example job titles and salaries listed are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).
More about careers
Careers this applied science degree prepares you for
Because they are able to tailor their concentration, graduates are prepared for a wide variety of career opportunities, as well as graduate programs, in fields such as law, business, social sciences and education.
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
Prospective students should fill out the Request for Information form.
School of Humanities, Arts, and Cultural Studies
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FAB N101
HARCSadvising@asu.edu
602-543-3000
Frequently asked questions about degree programs
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
ASU adds new programs to Degree Search frequently. Come back often and look for the "New Programs" option.
ASU Online offers programs in an entirely online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. See https://asuonline.asu.edu/ for more information.
