Designed for non-traditional adult students who want to complete a bachelor’s degree.
The Bachelor of Liberal Studies (BLS) program at the University of Mary Washington is home to nontraditional undergraduate students. It is known for its excellent academic programs, friendly transfer credit policy, engaging student activities, and strong institutional commitment to degree completion.
BLS offers an online major in Leadership and Management, as well as traditional Arts and Sciences majors and some Business majors in a daytime classroom format. Students with a special interest may also design their own interdisciplinary special major.
Testimonial from a recent graduate
“The BLS program was an exceptional experience. The courses were thoughtfully designed and engaging, providing a comprehensive education that broadened my horizons. The professors were not only knowledgeable but also incredibly supportive.”
Program Overview
The BLS degree is designed for adults whose life and/or experiences may require a non-traditional approach to completing their degree.
Degree Requirements
The BLS degree requires completion of a minimum of 120 semester credit hours.
Majors
BLS students may choose from a variety of majors:
- College of Arts and Sciences majors
- Leadership and Management major
- Select College of Business majors
- Managerial Economics major
- Criminal Justice major
- Student-designed special major
Transfer Credit
The BLS degree program accepts up to 90 credits of transfer coursework.