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New Mexico State University
Undergraduate Catalog
2008-2009

COLLEGE of EXTENDED LEARNING

DEGREE: Bachelor of Applied Studies

The Bachelor of Applied Studies (BAS) degree promotes the mission and purpose of NMSU by making available flexible degree options and by providing a pathway of study for community college graduates with Associate of Applied Science (AAS,) or equivalent degree, from an accredited institution. It also helps minimize credit loss for associate degree graduates when they want to pursue a baccalaureate degree at NMSU. The student population targeted for this program differs significantly from traditional degree programs at NMSU. The BAS offers new opportunities for current and prospective students, and welcomes those who are employed fulltime, completing their degree at a distance, veterans, active duty military personnel or active duty family; transferring from other institutions; or returning to college after time away.

Admission Requirements

Students seeking admission to the BAS program must have an Associate of Applied Science or similar degree from a regionally accredited institution and must clearly identify their career or educational goals. For admission to the BAS program, you must:

  • Have an Associate of Applied Science or a similar degree from a regionally accredited institution
  • Demonstrate basic academic skills in English and mathematics at NMSU (see Regulations - Basic Academic Skills)
  • Not have yet earned, or simultaneously be, a candidate for another baccalaureate degree or a graduate degree
  • Develop, in consultation with a BAS advisor, a Program of Study that builds on existing coursework and meets the stated education or career goals
  • Submit an application, which includes written, clearly articulated education or career goals, and a proposed Program of Study

Degree Requirements

Once admitted into the program, you must:

  • Maintain a 2.0 grade point average
  • Complete total number of credits as determined during application process.
  • Pass all courses approved with a grade of C or higher

To graduate from the Bachelor of Applied Studies program, you must:

  • Complete a minimum of 128 credit hours (or more, depending on your plan of study
  • Complete a minimum of 48 credit hours of upper-division courses (#300-499)
  • Complete the university's general education core requirements (at least 35 hours of approved general education courses and 6 hours of Viewing a Wider World)