Associate of Arts degree in Business, Organization, and Professional Studies (BOPS)

This full-time degree will take 2 years, earning 60 credit hours. Like all Bright College programs, students learn in a cohort model, meaning moving through the program with a team of classmates while earning their 2-year degree.

Curriculum

Year 1

Summer Bridge (August)

Seminar A (August-December) “Communication, Representation & Cultural History”
12 Credit Hours

Interterm (January) “Organizational Improv”
3 Credit Hours

Seminar B (February-May) “Media, Information, and Data Literacy for Citizen Engagement”
12 Credit Hours

Year 2

Organizational Culture + Internship (June – July)
6 Credit Hours

Seminar C (August-December) “Global Natural and Social Systems”
12 Credit Hours

Practicum (January-May)
15 Credit Hours

Graduation (May)

Application for Admission

We are looking for creative and driven learners who want the opportunity to do school differently—students eager for the challenges of teamwork and innovation in a uniquely supportive environment focused on real-world learning.

Applications open in December for Fall enrollment. Applicants will submit:

• High school transcripts
• Two references from teachers, counselors, or coaches who can attest to their abilities and promise
• A completed application form including responses to questions about their strengths, potential, and life experiences.

After submission and initial review, we will invite qualified applicants to a brief interview.

More Information

For more information about our programs please contact one of our admission counselors. Bright College might be more affordable than you think, review our cost and finanical aid pages to learn more.