The Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Degree in Professional Studies balances a broad education in the liberal arts and sciences with a specialized emphasis in one or more fields of knowledge. The intent of the program is to provide the kind of continuous learning and freedom of inquiry deemed to be necessary ingredients for personal growth and for achievement in both the public and private employment sectors.

Students who graduate in the Professional Studies Program will demonstrate

1. the ability to communicate different areas of knowledge through speech and writing;
2. information literacy, and the ability to access sources of knowledge both ancient and modern at libraries, online, through various agencies and organizations, through conversation and communication;
3. an awareness of how moral and ethical perspectives impact critical thinking and knowledge acquisition in issues that affect the person's role in society;
4. the ability to use technology effectively to enhance their own learning in their specific discipline; and
5. the ability to do research and establish a knowledge base in one of the following areas of study:
   
   • Behavioral Sciences. Students in Behavioral Sciences will be professionally prepared to operate in a social service agency setting.
   • Education (Non-Certificate). Students in Education (Non-Certificate) will have an understanding of early childhood and agencies such as Head Start with no recommendation for teaching certificate.
   • Health Studies. Students in Health Studies will be prepared for future professional study in a health care field through a study of sciences, developmental theory and professional healthcare.
   • Humanities. Students in Humanities will be prepared for employment in fields that insist upon creative, critical thinking and strong communication skills; or for graduate studies in Humanities-related fields such as religious studies, library science, history, writing, education, philosophy, theology, and others.
   • Math, Science, and Technology. Students in Math, Science, and Technology will have the ability to  articulate the discoveries and principles from major areas of the sciences and to express an appreciation for the interrelatedness of the  scientific disciplines.
   • Pre-Law. Students in Pre-Law will have a foundation in the Liberal Arts, American historical and political processes, ethics, and the law. Students will be prepared to compete for admission to law school or to enter a career in many diverse legal settings.
   • Ultrasonography. Students in Ultrasonography will be prepared for a career in Ultrasound and will have an additional focus of study in business and information systems.