Applied Science

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Already have an Associate’s degree in a trade or technical area? Want to pursue a bachelor’s degree that complements and incorporates your prior college work? Then our Bachelor of Applied Science degree is specially designed with you in mind. Our BAS builds on degree work you’ve already completed and complements it with a Liberal Arts education so you can attain your bachelor’s degree in the shortest amount of time possible.

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Program Highlights

Climb that Ladder

Our job is to help you move to the next level of your chosen career. Our Bachelor of Applied Science is how we get you there.

Keeping You on Track

We work closely with you to ensure you’re able to blend the college work you’ve already done with the subject area you want to focus on now.

Unique UMPI Benefits

UMPI has special opportunities in the state and beyond.

Experience Counts

If you have skills you’ve already developed, you may be able to earn college credit for it through our Prior Learning Assessment process.

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Days that is. We’ll find the best way to build on the degree work you’ve already completed so you can get your BAS with us in one year.

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EXPECT generous scholarships

Financial Aid Scholarships & Awards

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The Four Components to the Degree

You need to:

Have an Associate of Applied Science degree from an accredited community or technical college.
Meet the University general education requirements worth 44 credits, some of which may be transferred in from his/her associate’s work.
Select a minor from offerings in the current UMPI catalogue.
Take at least 30 credits of your BAS coursework at UMPI, 12 of which must be in a selected minor and 18 of which must be upper level courses (300- 400). These 18 upper level credits taken at UMPI may be taken as part of the GEC, the minor, or as elective credit.

All candidates for the bachelor’s degree must complete the General Education Curriculum.

Faculty

Jason C Johnston

Professor of Wildlife Ecology

Location: 315 South Hall
Phone: (207) 768-9652
Email: jason.johnston@maine.edu

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Applied Science Program Offerings

With a diverse curriculum spanning areas such as business management, information technology, health professions, and public safety, students have the flexibility to tailor their education to align with their interests and career goals. The program emphasizes critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills, equipping students with the tools necessary to thrive in today’s rapidly evolving workforce. Under the guidance of dedicated faculty members who are experts in their respective fields, BAS students engage in collaborative projects, internships, and community-based initiatives, gaining valuable experience and building professional networks along the way. Whether aspiring to enter the workforce directly upon graduation or pursue advanced studies, graduates of the BAS program at UMPI emerge prepared to make meaningful contributions to their professions and communities.

Next Step: Admissions

We’re so excited that you’re considering the University of Maine at Presque Isle! As a student at UMPI, we want your experience to be anything but ordinary! So what makes UMPI extraordinary? Our Learning Environment, Our Student Engagement and Our Location!

No matter what stage of life you are in, we can help you take the plunge into higher education and put you on YOUR PATH TO SUCCESS!

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