The University Studies program is a degree completion program designed primarily for the adult learner who has 56 or more credit hours and wants a generalized degree. Students have the ability to design much of their own curriculum and will work closely with an academic advisor to integrate prior coursework and map out a specific plan to degree completion according to WMU requirements. The program can be completed both face-to-face and online, includes academic concentrations, and 15 credit hours of core competencies focused on leadership communication, global citizenship, health, science and a capstone course. Either a B.S. or a B.A. will be awarded depending upon the subject areas selected.

University Studies is considered a degree-completion program. As such, students who have completed an undergraduate degree will not be able to enroll in University Studies as a second bachelor’s degree.