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Designed to fit into your life, our 100% online bachelor programs give you the support and flexibility to earn your degree on your own time. Access your coursework from any digital device, engage with faculty who are industry experts and connect with a network of peer students in your virtual classroom. A-State also offers credit for prior learning, which recognizes your previous accomplishments, reducing your cost and time to completion. You may be closer to graduation than you think!

Plus, you can earn your degree faster with our 7-week course schedule. Make your dreams of earning a college degree come true. Get started today! 

  • B.A. in Organizational Leadership
  • B.S. in Business Administration
  • B.S. in Construction Management
  • B.S. in Engineering Management Systems
  • B.S. in Global Supply Chain Management
  • B.S. in Sport Management

Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Bolster your communication and people management skills and open the door to leadership opportunities. Coursework covers conflict resolution, human resource management, labor relations and negotiations, compensation and benefits, organizational change and social psychology.

Earn credits for knowledge and experience you’ve gained outside a formal educational setting and reduce the time and cost of earning your degree. Study 100% online on a schedule that works for you.

In-demand skills:
  • Communication strategies
  • Problem solving
  • Employee relations
  • Critical thinking
  • Finance
  • Marketing
  • Accounting
  • Project management
  • Auditing
Prepare for careers such as:
  • HR Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Store Manager
  • Program Manager

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

From accounting to marketing to international business, A-State's online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration has everything you need to become business-savvy.

In this online bachelor's program, you will explore relevant, real-world business topics while developing essential foundational skills in accounting, finance, economics, management, marketing and international business.

Get down to business and prepare for an exciting career and successful business ventures that start with A-State's online B.S. in Business Administration.

In-demand skills:
  • Critical thinking
  • Decision making
  • Understanding core business functions
  • Communicating with diverse stakeholders
Career opportunities:
  • Advertising Manager
  • Computer and Information Systems Manager
  • HR Manager
  • Sales Manager
  • Business Operations Specialist
  • Financial Analyst
  • Market Research Analyst
  • Banker
  • Financial Advisor
  • Auditor

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Science in Construction Management

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

The construction industry is booming, and more employers are requiring bachelor’s degrees. Advance your career with an online B.S. in Construction Management from A-State. This first-of-its-kind program in Arkansas will prepare you for construction challenges by honing your expertise in engineering, architecture and technology platforms such as CAD and Rivet.

Deepen your business and leadership proficiencies with this 100% online construction management degree program. Further enhance your credentials by participating in a hands-on internship and creating portfolio-worthy projects that will make you stand out.

In this 100% online bachelor’s in construction management, gain the industry-relevant skills that employers seek:
  • Efficient management of building projects
  • Proficiency in technology like CAD and Rivet
  • Knowledge of modeling and design principles
  • Understanding of construction materials and resources needed for projects
  • Fundamental comprehension of the U.S. legal system as it pertains to the construction industry
  • Insight into innovative changes in the industry
Prepare for a role in construction management such as:
  • Construction Project Manager
  • Commercial Foreman
  • Senior Estimator
  • Facilities Manager
  • Project Superintendent

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Science in Engineering Management Systems

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Does the idea of becoming an engineering manager intrigue you, but you don't want to confine yourself to a single engineering specialty? An online Bachelor of Science in Engineering Management Systems from Arkansas State University helps you develop overall engineering management expertise supplemented by a strong understanding of multidisciplinary, business-focused project management. The result is a career path that offers an abundance of opportunities, variety and flexibility.

By deepening your knowledge of planning, organization, leadership and quality control, you will learn how to integrate far-reaching management systems into a series of different technological environments. Learn how to successfully collaborate through a turnkey group project from design concept through solution options and testing.

Gain these in-demand skills:
  • STEM-based inquiry
  • Technical application
  • MS Project
  • Primavera
  • Office Suite
As a graduate, you will be prepared for positions in engineering management, such as:
  • Engineering Manager
  • General Engineering Technician
  • Project Manager
  • Product Development Engineer
  • Nuclear Emergency Planner
  • Quality Engineer
  • Safety Specialist
  • Supply Chain Manager

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Science in Global Supply Chain Management

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Gain sought-after skills in one of the most high-profile business sectors. Earn a B.S. in Global Supply Chain Management online and prepare to help organizations around the world meet customer demands in a timely, cost-efficient manner. This robust, AACSB-accredited program covers all aspects of supply chain management, including inventory control, purchasing, transportation and international logistics, providing you with the knowledge needed for both operational and analytical supply chain roles.

Gain the knowledge and industry-relevant skills that employers seek:
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Operations
  • Customer service
  • Transportation
Prepare for a range of operational and analytical roles in supply chain management, such as:
  • Warehouse Manager
  • Purchasing Agent
  • Supply Chain Analyst
  • Procurement Specialist
  • Logistics Manager

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Science in Sport Management

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Turn your passion for sports into an exciting career with this flexible Bachelor of Science in Sport Management. Develop critical-thinking, communication, decision-making, leadership and organizational skills that will enhance your resume and help you stand out as a professional who can win behind-the-scenes challenges within the sports sector.

Tailor this sports management undergraduate online program to your specific interests and add to your marketability by incorporating an undergraduate certificate into your education, which is included in the tuition. Choose from career-ready certificates that focus on social media, graphic communications, leadership studies and more.

Learn industry-relevant skills that employers seek:
  • Communication
  • Fundraising
  • Sales and promotion
  • Public relations
Prepare for an exciting role, such as:
  • Events Manager
  • Sports Marketing Manager
  • Facilities Coordinator
  • Fitness Representative

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

  • B.A. in Communication Studies
  • B.S. in Strategic Communication – Nonprofit Certificate
  • B.S. in Strategic Communication – PR & Advertising Certificate
  • B.S. in Strategic Communication – Social Media Management Certification
  • B.S. in Digital Technology & Design – AI
  • B.S. in Digital Technology & Design – Cloud Computing & Cybersecurity
  • B.S. in Digital Technology & Design – Animation & Motion Graphics
  • B.S. in Digital Technology & Design – Game Design
  • B.S. in Digital Technology & Design – Graphic Communications
  • B.S. in Digital Technology & Design – Mobile App Development
  • B.S. in Digital Technology & Design – Social Media
  • B.S. in Digital Technology & Design – Web Design
  • B.S. in Fashion Merchandising and Marketing
  • B.S. in Mass Communications – Creative Media

Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Boost your ability to be heard and understood in any professional or personal environment with the A-State online Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies.

With the channels of communication constantly evolving, effective human communication remains a priority—and is a skill sought by employers. The online B.A. in Communication Studies heightens your understanding of spoken language and the written word, empowering you to effectively communicate your ideas and messages.

Gain the knowledge and industry-relevant skills employers seek:
  • Oral & written communications
  • Technical writing/editing
  • Social media platforms
  • Content management
  • Public relations
Prepare for a broad range of professional roles, including:
  • Technical Writer
  • Communications Manager
  • Community Manager
  • Social Media Manager
  • Copywriter

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Science in Strategic Communication with Nonprofit Certificate

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Prepare to lead change and transform lives while also learning to think strategically, organize fundraisers, write grants, create cross-platform content campaigns and improve interoffice communication methods in this B.S. in Strategic Communications with Nonprofit Certificate online program. Graduate ready to apply strategies and principles of communication through digital media and other evolving methods of communication to achieve positive results.

Coursework is 100% online and helps you develop the applied knowledge and best practices essential to thrive in public and nonprofit businesses, as well as in companies that collaborate with altruistic organizations. Use this strategic communications with nonprofit certificate online undergraduate program to advance in your current career or to pivot into the rewarding sector of not-for-profit agencies.

Learn industry-relevant skills that employers seek:
  • Understand and utilize communication tools to convey messages to an organization’s public constituencies and build relationships with them
  • Utilize the components and channels unique to nonprofits to communicate its mission in the marketplace (grant-writing, fundraising, volunteer management)
  • Effectively tell not-for-profit and beneficiaries’ stories with dignity
Prepare for careers like these:
  • Nonprofit agency
  • Corporate philanthropy
  • Local or state government

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Science in Strategic Communication with PR and Advertising Certificate

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Gain a strong understanding of how businesses utilize public outreach to adapt their messaging and influence opinions in this B.S. in Strategic Communication with PR and Advertising Certificate online. Learn how to identify, create and implement consistent, cohesive messaging and earn not only your bachelor's degree and a certificate in PR and advertising but also Hubspot certification in content marketing, making you an even more desirable candidate in the job market.

Strong communication skills are necessary for virtually any project or industry, and this undergraduate strategic communications with PR and advertising certificate online program helps you take those talents even further with a focus on crisis communication. You will explore how and when to implement public relations strategies in order to motivate, persuade and shape how audiences and consumers interact with your organization or client.

Learn industry-relevant skills that employers seek:
  • Understand and utilize communication tools to convey messages to an organization’s public constituencies and build relationships with them
  • Apply strategies and tools for an organization’s message through paid channels (advertising) and unpaid channels (PR)
  • Earn HubSpot certification in content marketing
Prepare for careers like these:
  • Advertising/Promotions Manager
  • Advertising Sales Representative
  • Media Planner/Buyer
  • Account Executive
  • Public Relations Manager

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Science in Strategic Communication with Social Media Management Certification

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Become a subject matter expert in the leading communication field of social media with the A-State B.S. in Strategic Communication – Social Media Management Certification online.

More employers are seeking qualified professionals with a knack for words and up-to-date techniques to effectively articulate their business' message. Learn the principles and practical applications of effective, multichannel strategic communications and graduate with work-relevant skills, including certifications in social media management, Google Ads and Hootsuite™.

Gain the knowledge and industry-relevant skills employers seek:
  • Google Ads & Hootsuite™ certifications
  • Social media marketing
  • Content management
  • Digital marketing
  • Social media campaigns
Prepare for a broad range of professional roles, including:
  • Social Media Strategist
  • Webmaster/Administrator
  • Marketing Specialist
  • Communications Manager

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Science in Digital Technology & Design with a Concentration in Artificial Intelligence

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Develop career-advancing expertise in computer learning. This artificial intelligence program gives you experience with the developmental side of digital business and prepares you to identify emerging industry trends.

Curriculum for this program explores Python programming, cloud deployments and programmer-written functions. All coursework can be accessed 100% online, and our flexible academic calendar allows you to learn on your time.

Future-proof your career by earning a sought-after degree that provides the foundation for a career in AI.

Learn industry-relevant skills that employers seek:
  • Computer science
  • Java/JavaScript
  • Agile methodology
  • Python programing language
Prepare for a broad range of professional roles, including:
  • Machine Learning/AI Associate
  • Data Scientist
  • Data Analyst
  • AI Developer
  • Machine Learning Implementation

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Science in Digital Technology & Design with a Concentration in Cloud Computing & Cybersecurity

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Gain the experience to prevent data breaches with the online B.S. in Digital Tech & Design – Cloud Computing & Cybersecurity Design program. Coursework for this program develops your skill with enhanced security standards and cloud computing policies.

Increase your expertise with internet security solutions and cloud infrastructure. Explore industry trends in cybersecurity risk management so that you can add value to any organization.

Earn your degree faster by transferring up to 90 credit hours and graduate equipped with a career-advancing professional portfolio.

Learn industry-relevant skills that employers seek:
  • Computer science
  • Java/JavaScript
  • Agile methodology
  • Python programing language
Prepare for a broad range of professional roles, including:
  • Security Engineer
  • Systems Administrator
  • Information Security Analyst
  • Cybersecurity Architect or Analyst
  • Security Software Developer

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Science in Digital Technology & Design with a concentration in Animation & Motion Graphics

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

This B.S. in Digital Technology & Design – Animation & Motion Graphics program expands your artistic abilities by exploring 2D and 3D visual effects, motion graphics, and digital illustration. In addition to growing your creative talents, you will also build your acumen in communication, creative writing and psychology.

Gain experience in program writing, digital design software, project management of digital design plans and implementation of design principles. You will graduate with a portfolio that synthesizes your programming and design skillset, showcasing your potential as a digital animation trendsetter.

Learn industry-relevant skills that employers seek:
  • Digital illustration
  • Graphic design
  • 3D content creation
  • Game design asset creation
  • Digital design project management
Prepare for careers such as:
  • Animator
  • Graphic Designer
  • Digital Illustrator
  • Multimedia Specialist
  • VFX Artist
  • Medical Illustrator

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Science in Digital Technology & Design with a Concentration in Game Design

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Get your career in the game with a B.S. in Digital Technology & Design – Game Design online from Arkansas State University. Our Game Design track equips you with in-demand skills needed to be successful in various genres in the online game industry.

Our online curriculum offers you the chance to earn your college degree in a program that is rigorous, collaborative and fun. You will gain top gaming skills by experience, creating real 2D and 3D board or card games. Throughout your studies, you will also benefit from the industry insights our expert professors offer you. Culminate your program experience by participating in action-packed game jams where you will team up with fellow students and engage in friendly competition for real, hands-on learning.

Plus, you will graduate with a professional portfolio of work that showcases your career-related capabilities and accomplishments.

Gain these in-demand skills:
  • Game design, development and analysis
  • 2D animation and graphics
  • Digital 3D animation content creation
Land these top jobs:
  • Video Game Designer
  • Multimedia Designer/Animator
  • Artist/Illustrator

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Science in Digital Technology & Design with a Concentration in Graphic Communications

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Shape the future of communication with an A-State online B.S. in Digital Technology & Design that combines creativity and computer science. With this degree in hand, you will be prepared for new and emerging roles in agency, marketing, design and digital fields.

In this online bachelor's program, you will learn to create interactive solutions that leave a lasting impression. Combine your knowledge of printing and press, user interface, 3D graphics, and mobile applications to establish a solid background in integrated multimedia production—so important in this ever-changing digital landscape.

Graduate with a professional portfolio of work that showcases your career-related capabilities and accomplishments.

Gain the knowledge and industry-relevant skills employers seek:
  • Audio & video production
  • Digital prepress
  • Front-end development
  • Mobile app development
Prepare for a broad range of professional roles, including:
  • Graphic Communications Specialist
  • Desktop Publisher
  • UX/UI Designer
  • Interactive Designer
  • Web Developer

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Science in Digital Technology & Design with a Concentration in Mobile App Development

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Be ready for a professional role in the mobile application field with our B.S. in Digital Technology & Design – Mobile App Development online program. Gain in-depth coding and design knowledge on various mobile platforms that will prepare you for a career at software companies, IT firms and more.

With innovative technologies emerging rapidly, the mobile app development field is constantly evolving with plenty of room for new, bright ideas. This A-State bachelor's program provides the opportunity for you to gain the skills you need to successfully step into this field. Our hands-on curriculum focuses your studies on actual applications. You will culminate your program experience by developing a real-world mobile app on the iOS platform, ready to be launched in an app store.

Plus, you will graduate with a professional portfolio of work that showcases your career-related capabilities and accomplishments.

Gain these in-demand skills:
  • Swift programming language
  • Xcode software
  • Rapid prototyping
  • User experience and user interface strategies
Graduates of this online program will be prepared for the following roles:
  • Mobile Applications Developer
  • Software Developer
  • Web Developer

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Science in Digital Technology & Design with a Concentration in Social Media

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Prepare for careers highlighting purposeful strategic communication. Become an effective communicator, strategic planner or channel developer, roles that are important in a complex, global digital society.

Acquire skills such as multimedia production, user experience design, 3D digital and game design, front-end web development, and more in management, public relations, marketing or advertising environments. The latest technologies will be front and center for you to explore, so you can create effective integrated marketing communications strategies.

Upon graduation, you will have a professional portfolio of work—perfect for prospective employers—that showcases all your career-related capabilities and accomplishments gained from this online bachelor's program.

Gain the knowledge and industry-relevant skills employers seek:
  • Search engine marketing (SEM)
  • Search engine optimization (SEO)
  • Social media marketing
  • Print design
  • Web design
Prepare for a broad range of professional roles, including:
  • Digital Strategist
  • Social Media Specialist
  • Advertising Manager
  • Product Manager
  • Mobile App Developer
  • Front-End Developer
  • UX/UI Designer
  • Graphic Designer

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Science in Digital Technology & Design with a Concentration in Web Design

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Our B.S. in Digital Technology & Design – Web Design online degree prepares you for top professional roles in the rapidly growing digital world. Let industry experts share with you the essentials of interactive elements and cutting-edge technologies to create intuitive, visually appealing web designs from start to finish.

Web designers are employed in a variety of industries, from e-commerce and video gaming to publishing and manufacturing. In this online bachelor's program, you will gain career-ready abilities centered on creating, developing and testing websites, apps and other emerging digital products.

Plus, you will graduate with a professional portfolio of work that showcases your career-related capabilities and accomplishments.

Gain these in-demand skills:
  • HTML, CSS and JavaScript front-end web development languages
  • Swift programming language for building an iOS app
  • UI design aesthetics
  • UX functionality
Land a job in one of these top fields:
  • Front End Web Developer
  • Web Designer
  • UI/UX Developer
  • Software Interface Designer

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Science in Fashion Merchandising and Marketing

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Become a savvy business professional with your finger on the pulse of the fashion world with an online fashion merchandising and marketing degree.

Develop a solid foundation in fashion and business as you build your creative and analytical skills. Go behind the scenes of the fashion industry and discover all aspects of the fashion product life cycle, from design and production to sales and buying. Gain real-world experience with an internship.

Transfer up to 90 credit hours and speed your time to completion. This program features affordable tuition and the flexibility to study anywhere, anytime.

In-demand skills:
  • Marketing
  • Merchandising planning
  • Designing displays
  • Selling techniques
  • Sales prospecting
  • Procurement
  • Purchasing
Prepare for careers, such as:
  • Buyer
  • Visual Merchandiser
  • Brand Manager
  • Merchandiser
  • Fashion Marketing Manager

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Science in Mass Communications with an Emphasis in Creative Media

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 2/23/26  |  Start class: 3/9/26

Prepare to stand out as a creator in a rapidly evolving media landscape with the bachelor’s in mass communications program online. Enhance your writing, editing, analytics and audio/video production skills as you create powerful digital content—from social media to news, film and television.

Work with the latest digital tools and technologies on projects designed to empower you as a creator, and develop the legal, strategic and management expertise to lead content teams. This network-expanding creative media degree helps you build a strong portfolio that showcases your creative and technical knowledge.

With a B.S. in Mass Communications – Creative Media degree, you can explore career opportunities that include:
  • Multimedia Manager
  • Corporate Communications Specialist
  • Video Producer
  • Media Director
  • Multimedia Content Producer
  • Creative Copywriter

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

  • Associate of General Studies
  • Bachelor of General Studies
  • B.A. in Criminology
  • B.A. in Political Science
  • B.A. in Psychology
  • B.A. in Sociology

Associate of General Studies

Transfer Credits: Up to 45 hours  |  Credit Hours: 60  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

If you are an aspiring college student who has not yet decided on a major or professional path, the online Associate of General Studies is the ideal program for you. It offers you the opportunity to test areas of study course-by-course, and you can rely on A-State advisors to help you design your own degree plan to fit your goals.

You can also be confident that you will gain practical value from each course. The curriculum emphasizes career preparation and relevant workplace skills, such as oral and written communication skills, organizational skills and time management.

This associate program also prepares you as a graduate to transition into the bachelor's degree program of your choice.

Gain the knowledge and industry-relevant skills employers seek:
  • Problem-solving
  • Store operations
  • Effective communications
  • Customer service
  • Product sales
Prepare for a broad range of professional roles, including:
  • Store Manager
  • Administrative Assistant
  • Customer Service Representative
  • Insurance Account Manager
  • Retail Sales Agent

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of General Studies

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Achieve your goal of completing an undergraduate degree and increase your earning power with the A-State Bachelor of General Studies program online.

This online bachelor's program can help you fast-track your degree completion through transferring in your previously earned credit hours. You get to choose how to earn the remaining credit hours according to your career goals and academic interests, guided by expert advisors. Plus, you can be confident you will gain practical skills through coursework that focuses on career preparation.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employees with a bachelor's degree can earn almost twice as much as their non-degreed counterparts with only a high school diploma. Earning this degree can be a rewarding step toward greater career satisfaction.

Gain the knowledge and industry-relevant skills employers seek:
  • Effective communications
  • Customer service
  • Organizational tactics
  • Scheduling
  • Sales management
Prepare for a broad range of professional roles, including:
  • Account Manager
  • Sales Representative
  • Benefits Advisor
  • Copywriter
  • Brand Manager

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Arts in Criminology

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Pursue a career where you can make a difference on the frontlines or behind the scenes while learning to help combat crime and keep communities safe with your A-State Bachelor of Arts in Criminology online.

To prepare you for career roles, the B.A. in Criminology online program offers you a thorough study of contemporary crime and criminal justice. You will investigate underlying factors that lead to delinquent behavior—and more importantly, learn what can be done to reverse criminal trends.

Gain the knowledge and industry-relevant skills employers seek:
  • Negotiation
  • Criminal law
  • Social research methodology
  • Relationship-building
  • Recruiting
Prepare for a broad range of professional roles, including:
  • Criminal Investigator
  • Recruiter
  • Community Supervision Officer
  • Community Service Manager
  • Police Officer

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Explore the world of politics and prepare for roles in diplomacy, policy, debate or law with your Bachelor of Arts in Political Science online.

This online bachelor's degree program from A-State opens the door to fascinating possibilities. Whether you are taking part in political activism, influencing legislators or representing the country abroad, this online bachelor's offers the tools and knowledge you can leverage to champion positive change. Join the ranks of the politically informed by studying how human behavior, world events and governance impact everyday lives.

Gain the knowledge and industry-relevant skills employers seek:
  • Critical thinking
  • Effective communications
  • Negotiation
  • Political analysis
  • Relationship-building
Prepare for a broad range of professional roles, including:
  • Campaign Manager
  • Lobbyist
  • Public Relations Specialist
  • Paralegal
  • Recruiter

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Delve into the intricate workings of human behavior in the online Bachelor of Arts in Psychology program from A-State. Learn to be an effective communicator and a compassionate listener while understanding how people think, act and feel—all things that enhance the well-being of others.

This bachelor's online prepares you to stand out from the rest with industry-relevant skills that include writing, critical thinking, and quantitative and qualitative research methods.

Gain the knowledge and industry-relevant skills employers seek:
  • Successful relationship-building
  • Research design & methodology
  • Data analysis
  • Effective communications
  • Critical problem-solving
Prepare for a broad range of professional roles, including:
  • Case Manager
  • Account Manager
  • Family Service Worker
  • Sales Consultant
  • Human Resources Manager

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Gain deep insights into one of the most important aspects of today's world: how society shapes and influences global views and behaviors. The online Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from A-State will prepare you for an exciting career in almost any field.

Explore diverse subjects—crime, religion, family dynamics, cultural structures, and gender and racial relations—and learn how to apply this knowledge in professional settings. As a graduate, you can choose from a variety of career roles, from social services manager and HR professional to legal researcher and more.

Gain the knowledge and industry-relevant skills employers seek:
  • Sociological theory
  • Teamwork/collaboration
  • Research analysis
  • Client base retention
  • Scheduling
Prepare for a broad range of professional roles, including:
  • Community Service Manager
  • Talent Acquisition Specialist
  • Outside Sales Representative
  • Legal Assistant
  • Career Counselor

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

  • B.S.E. – Elementary Education
  • B.S.E. – Special Education K-12

Bachelor of Science in Education in Elementary Education

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Develop a comprehensive understanding of teaching young learners with the knowledge and skills you gain in this 100% online elementary education degree program.

Create an inclusive classroom by applying evidence-based pedagogical methods for instructing a variety of learners, including exceptional students. Learn classroom management tactics while teaching reading, writing and arithmetic along with STEM science, social studies, art, music and physical education.

Earn your degree faster by transferring up to 90 credit hours and benefit from affordable tuition and the flexibility to study anywhere, anytime.

In-demand skills:
  • Special education
  • Individualized education programs
  • Lesson planning
  • Curriculum development
  • Classroom management
Prepare for a broad range of professional roles, including:
  • Elementary Education Teacher
  • Kindergarten Teacher
  • K-6 Teacher (Specific Grade Teacher)

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Science in Education in Special Education K-12

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Deliver learning opportunities for students with special needs with the knowledge and skills you gain in the 100% online B.S.E. – Special Education K-12 program at A-State. Earn your teaching certificate as you learn to develop effective learning experiences for a range of exceptional learners.

Topics include curriculum, programming methods and materials for mild, moderate, severe or profound disabilities, assessment and diagnosis, assistive technology, special education law and procedures, autism spectrum disorders, family and community systems and subject-specific strategies for a wide variety of special learners.

With multiple start dates and a generous credit transfer policy, this affordable, flexible CAEP-accredited program is an ideal way for professionals with a heart for special students to complete their bachelor's degree and earn their teaching certificate.

Educators completing this program gain expertise in the following areas:
  • Understanding the needs and characteristics of exceptional learners
  • Developing effective learning experiences for a range of exceptional learners
  • Utilizing strategies for collaboration between families and schools in developing and delivering culturally appropriate learning opportunities for students with special needs
  • Applying evidence-based practices in special education
Prepare for a broad range of professional roles, including:
  • Special Education Teacher
  • Elementary Special Education Teacher
  • Special Education Consultant
  • Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

  • RN to BSN
  • B.S. in Disaster Preparedness & Emergency Management
  • B.S. in Health Studies
  • B.S. in Nutrition and Dietetics
  • B.S. in Occupational and Environmental Safety & Health
  • B.S. in Public Health
  • B.S. in Radiologic Sciences – Imaging Specialist Major

Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Tuition: $8,760  |  Duration: As few as 10 months*  |  Credit Hours: 30**

Apply by: 12/8/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

The role of the BSN-educated nurse is more critical than ever in today's healthcare environment. Complete your RN to BSN online from A-State to expand your clinical knowledge, provide safer care and increase your leadership capacity and professional impact.

By earning your RN to BSN, you will play an important part in the patient care process by serving as a healthcare advocate; supervising nursing care provided by others; communicating with patients, families and communities; and managing information using the latest technologies.

This professional degree also offers you advanced credentials that can increase your earning power and prepare you for specialty nurse roles and graduate studies.

Our RN to BSN degree online can help you:
  • Deepen your clinical knowledge and hone your assessment skills to become a more well-rounded nurse and better patient advocate
  • Develop your nursing leadership and management skills
  • Enhance your decision-making and critical-thinking abilities
  • Be able to apply evidence-based data to strengthen and improve client care via comprehensive, efficient and cost-conscious measures
  • Broaden your career opportunities in work settings such as health systems, magnet hospitals, clinics, home health environments, schools, industries, and more
  • Be qualified to specialize in professional roles such as nurse unit manager, legal nurse consultant, school nurse, nurse midwife, acute care nurse or military nurse
Land these top jobs:
  • Nurse Unit Manager
  • Legal Nurse Consultant
  • School Nurse
  • Nurse Midwife
  • Acute Care Nurse
  • Military Nurse

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.


*Taking back-to-back 7-week courses without interruption, nursing courses only.


**A total of 121 credit hours is required for this baccalaureate degree. The number of credit hours each student must earn to satisfy the requirement may vary based upon university evaluation.

Bachelor of Science in Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Learn how to lead your community through emergency situations with this B.S. in disaster prep and emergency management program. You will study social, cultural and economic factors relevant to emergency management and build the communication skills needed to guide organizations and communities. Special emphasis is placed on the relationship between disasters and mental health, as well as the importance of respecting diversity when coordinating emergency management.

This disaster prep and emergency management undergraduate program gives you the ability to develop plans for the response, recovery, mitigation and planning of environmental and health disasters so you can transition into a planning or administrative role in which you are responsible for disaster preparation.

Learn industry-relevant skills that employers seek:
  • Communication
  • Decision-making
  • Organization and planning
  • Critical thinking and risk assessment
Prepare for a role in disaster preparedness such as:
  • Emergency Services Manager
  • Safety Specialist
  • Disaster Recovery Manager
  • Public Information Officer

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Science in Health Studies

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Ready yourself for a wide range of healthcare career choices with an online B.S. in Health Studies. This 100% online program gives you in-depth knowledge of modern healthcare and the U.S. healthcare system.

This online health studies program offers two tracks of study, so you can tailor the program to best fit your career goals. The Professional Track is ideal if you have an associate of applied science degree in an allied health-related field and want to work in a clinical or hospital setting. This track is also a bridge to higher degrees. Choose the Non-Professional Track if you do not have an associate degree and want to pursue non-clinical healthcare jobs.

In this 100% online B.S. in Health Studies program, you will gain industry-relevant skills that employers seek:
  • Understanding of the U.S. healthcare system, medical terminology, current social problems affecting healthcare and healthcare management
  • Competence to work in community health, support services, healthcare navigation, claims services, medical sales and patient services
  • Broad and detailed knowledge of the ethics in the health profession, patient safety, cultural competency and mental health issues affecting healthcare today
  • Effectiveness to serve communities with quality improvement in healthcare, preventative health, advocacy and patient education
  • Superior written and verbal communication proficiency
Career opportunities for graduates of the B.S. in Health Studies:
  • Care Coordinator
  • Disabilities Rights Advocate
  • Medical and Health Services Manager
  • Community Health Coordinator
  • Case Manager
  • Clinical Coordinator
  • Doctoral Candidate

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Explore the complexities of food and nutrition with A-State's 100% online Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics. Topics include infant and child nutrition, food safety, food science, medical nutrition therapy and sports nutrition. You will have the opportunity to create recipes, develop meal plans and prepare to counsel others on nutrition.

In-Demand Skills:
  • Food preparation
  • Meal planning
  • Food service management
  • Food safety and sanitation
  • ServSafe certification
  • Clinical research
  • Dietetics
  • Nutrition counseling
Prepare for careers such as:
  • Community Health Worker
  • Health Education Specialist
  • Dietetic Technician

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Science in Occupational and Environmental Safety & Health

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

The online B.S. occupational safety and health program enables you to develop and implement strategies that aid organizations in maintaining compliance with environmental, health and industry safety regulations. You will grow as a detail oriented, problem-solving leader who strives to protect people from work-related harm.

Prepare to complete the industry certification exams and obtain OSHA designations necessary for professional advancement. A senior seminar guides you in a job search and certification exam preparation.


Learn industry-relevant skills that employers seek:
  • Recognition of occupational hazards
  • Industrial safety and environmental reporting
  • Industrial hygiene sampling and analysis
  • Water, wastewater, solid and hazardous waste treatment and management
  • Accident investigation and analysis
  • Risk assessment
  • Disaster preparedness and emergency management
Prepare for careers such as:
  • Environmental Health Officer
  • Health and Safety Advisor
  • Occupational Health and Safety Officer
  • Industrial Hygienist
  • Injury Prevention Specialist

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Science in Public Health

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Develop as a leader in promoting and protecting health in this affordable, flexible and 100% online B.S. in Public Health from A-State. Gain hands-on experience and a wide understanding of multiple areas within public health.

This program conveys a thorough understanding of the factors that create health inequity and offers behavior change interventions to improve public health outcomes. Data-driven methods address health at the individual, community and population levels. They can be applied in the healthcare industry, at health-related nonprofits, in public health research, in local or state government and beyond.

Take one course or more at a time depending on your schedule, goals and educational experience. Transfer up to 90 credit hours to finish your degree at a faster pace.

Gain the knowledge and industry-relevant skills employers seek:
  • Analysis and interpretation
  • Communication
  • Management
  • Problem solving
Prepare for a broad range of public health roles, including:
  • Public Health Programs Manager
  • Epidemiologist
  • Community Health Worker
  • Public Health Research Associate
  • Research Program Manager

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences – Imaging Specialist Major

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

The B.S. in radiologic sciences program gives you a multifaceted education that prepares you for a vital role in the medical imaging and radiation therapy professions. Online courses take only seven weeks to complete and give you skills that transfer immediately to your job. You will explore topics such as radiologic administrative concepts, methods for data collection, and statistical analysis and radiographic manifestations of neoplasms and diseases.

As a bachelor's prepared practitioner, you can qualify for leadership positions and educational roles. You will graduate with the ability to provide elevated patient care, support proper radiation safety and produce top-quality radiographs. You must either have an associate degree in radiography or be enrolled in the last semester of your AAS in Radiography (or equivalent degree) to apply for this radiologic undergraduate program.

Learn industry-relevant skills that employers seek:
  • Communication
  • Management
  • Operations
  • Computer literacy
Prepare for radiologic science careers, such as:
  • Radiologic Technologist
  • Medical Imaging Technologist
  • Diagnostic Imaging Technologist

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

  • B.S. in Agriculture – Agricultural Studies
  • B.S. in Agriculture – Geographic Information Systems and Precision Agriculture

Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Agricultural Studies

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Harvest the benefits of the business, scientific, and technological knowledge you will glean in this online program. Examine topics including horticulture, turf management and sustainability and how they intersect with the business of plant and animal agriculture.

Gain the knowledge and industry-relevant skills employers seek:
  • Purchasing
  • Procurement
  • Auditing
  • Contract management
Prepare for a broad range of professional roles, including:
  • Buyer
  • Purchasing Manager
  • Purchasing Agent
  • Procurement Specialist

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Geographic Information Systems and Precision Agriculture

Transfer Credits: Up to 90 hours  |  Credit Hours: 120  |  Tuition: $292 per credit hour

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Gain project management and computer science skills and career-advancing technical knowledge to increase the efficiency and precision of agricultural systems. Courses convey unique, immediately applicable understanding of aerial and satellite imaging and geographic information systems. Completion of this flexible, affordable 100% online program readies you to meet the demand for data-savvy specialists in fields including government, transportation, engineering, and agriculture.

In-Demand Skills:
  • Agricultural technology
  • Geographic information systems (GIS)
  • Environmental data management for government regulation compliance tracking
  • Aerial/Satellite imaging
  • Global navigation satellite system (GNSS) positioning
  • Project management
  • Data Analytics for determining profit and loss
  • Geospatial methods
  • Geographic Information Science
Prepare for careers such as:
  • Precision Agriculture Specialist
  • Mapping Technician
  • Agriculture Technology Specialist
  • GIS Specialist
  • GIS Technician
  • GIS Planner/Developer

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

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