Complete Your Bachelor’s Degree Online
Advance your career and your future with a Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies degree from UVA’s School of Continuing and Professional Studies. Our fully online education provides working adults with an affordable, accessible and achievable path to bachelor’s degree completion. We do this through:
- Evening classes and asynchronous learning
- Automatic in-state tuition and scholarship opportunities
- Student success coaching and support from day one
Enter the BIS program with as few as 36 credits and earn what you need to complete your degree while also building valuable professional knowledge and skill sets. Tailor your degree to your interests with concentrations available in business, cybersecurity, health care management, liberal arts and more.
Take this powerful next step toward greater personal and professional success and share your information with us to learn more about UVA SCPS!
Experience an Education from a Distinguished University
Although you’ll be learning 100% online, your education will still come from the nationally ranked University of Virginia! Experience our high-quality, distinguished courses in an online setting designed for working professionals and adult learners.
Enhance Your Professional Opportunities
Attend class online and in the evening through this rich liberal arts degree program that easily fits into busy schedules. With the ability to transfer up to 60 credits, you can tailor your education to fit your needs and goals.
Flexible Online Classes
Through a blend of synchronous discussion-oriented evening courses, supplemented with asynchronous, pre-recorded learning materials, you can earn your BIS entirely online. Balance your professional and personal responsibilities while actively advancing your future.
Comprehensive Curriculum
While in this program, you’ll engage with an array of subjects through seminars, electives and a culminating Capstone Project. An academic advisor will help you select courses that align with your goals and interests. All of this is to ensure you receive a well-rounded education that equips you for the next phase of your career.
Add a Concentration
Customize your BIS degree by pursuing a concentration in: Art and Society, Business, Cybersecurity Analysis, Early Childhood, Healthcare Management, History and Politics, Information Technology, Liberal Arts, Psychology and Writing.
UVA Enlighten — Don't Have 36 Credits?
UVA Enlighten offers working adults the opportunity to gain college credit while developing key professional knowledge that enhances career development. Designed for students with fewer than 30 credits, this 100% online program bridges the gap for those with little to no college experience and provides a seamless pathway into our BIS bachelor’s completion program.
Program Highlights
Key Takeaways
Experience undergraduate study that’s designed around the lives and schedules of working adults. Learn from expert faculty who facilitate a personalized and outcome-focused online education.
How it Works
Transfer a minimum of 36 credits to jump-start your bachelor’s completion education. Once you’ve earned the 120 semester credits that are required, you’ll officially complete your BIS and can begin an exciting next phase of your career!
What You Will Learn
The online BIS degree program offers a unique opportunity to build your undergraduate college credits while gaining essential knowledge for your profession. You’ll be able to take what you learn in class and immediately apply it to your everyday life.
What I loved most about the program was the interaction it promoted between professors and students. Every day, I looked forward to class because the topics were interactive, and participating was just fun.
Dennis J. Wilson
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies, ‘23
Through this program, you see that you are impacting more than just yourself in earning a paycheck as a healthcare provider. Now, it’s me in a community of people, and what I do affects all these people.
Tanya Blaine
Bachelor of Professional Studies in Health Sciences Management, ‘23
There is a place for you at UVA. Don’t let your age or your status or anything like that deter you. And if your future looks a little blurry, adjust your perspective. Things can change.
Tanya Blaine
Bachelor of Professional Studies in Health Sciences Management, ‘23
With UVA Enlighten, we’re not just shaping careers; we’re shaping the future of healthcare.
Wendy Horton
CEO, UVA Health University Medical Center
My professors have instilled a confidence in me. They’ve helped melt away my preconceived notions about what things should and should not look like. What I’m doing at SCPS is filling up the hole in a way I never thought was possible.
D Jay Kuhns
UVA SCPS Bachelor's Degree Student
I fulfilled a personal challenge when I earned a degree from UVA. I wouldn’t have been able to do this 15 years ago when I got out of high school. [The School of Continuing and Professional Studies] gave me an opportunity to continue my degree at a pace that worked for me.
Tyler Dean
BPHM Graduate
My experience at SCPS was highly positive. The faculty and staff were supportive and knowledgeable, and I appreciated the program's flexibility, which allowed me to balance my coursework with my professional and personal responsibilities. Earning my bachelor's degree has significantly impacted my personal and professional life. I feel a sense of accomplishment and pride in achieving this goal.
Stanley Rugumayo
BIS – Healthcare Management Concentration, ‘24
Attending UVA SCPS has been a life-changing experience for me. The program has provided me with a valuable set of skills and knowledge that have helped me accelerate my professional career.
Deesh Bhattal
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies
Advance Your Education, Goals and Future
Affordable
Affordable
Regardless of residency, all online students are eligible for in-state tuition. Additionally, financial aid opportunities help make our top-quality education attainable for a diverse range of students.
Accessible
Accessible
Our bachelor’s degree completion programs are available 100% online, allowing you to tailor your education to your schedule.
Achievable
Achievable
SCPS programs provide a practical option for working adults who are ready to make their next career move without having to put life on hold to do so.
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We’ll be in touch with more information soon. In the meantime, take a closer look at our achievable online education. If you’re ready, take the next step toward your bachelor’s degree and access your application today!
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies Degree
Attend class online and in the evening through this rich liberal arts degree program that easily fits into busy schedules. With the ability to begin the program with as few as 36 transferable credits, you can tailor your education to fit your needs and goals. While in this program, you’ll engage with an array of subjects through seminars, electives and a culminating Capstone Project.
Additionally, you can pursue a concentration in:
- Art & Society
- Business
- Cybersecurity
- Early Childhood
- Health Care Management
- History and Politics
- Information Technology
- Liberal Arts
- Psychology
- Writing
UVA: Leading the Way in Excellence
- #1 Top College in Virginia, Forbes, 2023
- #1 Best Public College For Financial Aid, The Princeton Review, 2023
- #2 Best Value Public University, The Princeton Review, 2023
Why Choose UVA SCPS for Your Bachelor Completion Program?
Affordable Education
We’re committed to removing as many barriers as possible to a more rewarding future. That’s why all online students, regardless of residency, will benefit from in-state tuition. We also offer a variety of financial aid and scholarship opportunities to make our top-quality education attainable for a diverse range of students.
Comprehensive Support
Continuing your education is a big step to take but, at UVA, you’ll never be alone. Experience continuous support from the pre-admission stage all the way through graduation and into the next phase of your professional journey. Our advisers and student success coaches are dedicated to your success. You’ll also have access to writing support, library services and more of our student resources.
Learning Experience
The flexibility of our 100% online format, with both synchronous and asynchronous learning options, allows you to more easily balance your education with the rest of your life. Immerse yourself in an interactive and engaging online community that fosters peer networks and lifelong connections.
Expert Instructors
Learn from seasoned professionals who are also committed to providing you with personalized mentorship and support. The extensive real-world experience they bring to class allows you the chance to gain their unique firsthand insights. Most importantly, our faculty are more than just educators — they’re also dedicated mentors ready to ensure your success.
Ready to Apply?
Take the leap toward finishing your undergraduate degree with UVA SCPS. Our 100% online programs are uniquely designed to help you balance your education with your busy life. Apply today using our streamlined application process and enjoy these advantages:
- No application fee
- Automatic in-state tuition regardless of where you live
- Hands-on support from pre-admission advisers and recruitment coordinators
Additionally, applicants for our programs are strongly encouraged to get a pre-admission transfer credit evaluation first. This important step will help position you for success in the application process at UVA SCPS.
Questions?
We take a student centered approach to admissions, so don’t hesitate to reach out. We also encourage you to take advantage of our pre-admissions transfer advising — an invaluable service to set you up for success in the application process!