Bachelor of University Studies Degrees
The Bachelor of University Studies (BUS) program affords students the opportunity to plan their own curriculum, and to choose those courses which seem most valuable and interesting to them. Students should note that the BUS degree does not qualify the graduate for teacher certification.
University Studies Degree available online, Bismarck and Williston
Requirements
BUS students must:
- Meet the criteria for graduation, including the general education requirements expected in other degree programs. Note: The major for BUS degree recipients will be posted as University Studies. A specific minor will be posted on the academic transcript if all of the academic requirements for the minor are met (Minors are optional). Teaching minors cannot be attached to the BUS degree.
- Complete a minimum of 128 semester hours;
- Earn at least 32 semester hours from Dickinson State University;
- Earn at least 32 semester hours in upper-division (300-400) courses; and
- Apply for the BUS degree through the Office of Academic Records.
- The Director of Academic Records serves as the academic advisor.
Bachelor of University Studies Degree – Prior Degree Exception
If a student has previously earned a baccalaureate degree (or higher) from Dickinson State University or any other regionally accredited institution, the student may not graduate with a Bachelor of University Studies degree from Dickinson State University. A Bachelor of University Studies will not be granted as a second or third degree regardless of the number of hours earned.