University of Massachusetts Global offers 16 bachelor’s degree core areas, such as business, information technology, psychology, legal studies, and criminal justice. Within those areas, we give you 33 concentrations to develop a focused, valuable skill set.
Invest in a Degree... Invest in Your Future.
Earning a bachelor’s degree increases your earning potential. According to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), the median earnings of those with a bachelor’s degree is 55% higher than the earnings of those who completed high school. Having a bachelor's degree has become a basic requirement for many desirable jobs and most supervisory positions. It's one investment sure to pay dividends!
Undergraduate Admission
Undergraduate Admission
Interested in an associate or bachelor’s degree program? Review the requirements for your specific program, fill out the online admissions application, and request and submit your transcripts.
Undergraduate Financial Aid
Undergraduate Financial Aid
Financial aid is available for undergraduates enrolled in degree programs and teacher credential programs in the form of need-based and non-need based grants, loans and outside scholarships.
Programs Offered
Meets NAEYC Standards
Teaching & Education
Early Childhood Education, BA
With your Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education you will gain knowledge, perspective, and practical experiences in the field of early childhood education. This degree expands your skills and knowledge at your current workplace and prepares you for any higher career aspirations.
Jun 23, 2025
Early Childhood Education, BA
Meets NAEYC Standards
With your Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education you will gain knowledge, perspective, and practical experiences in the field of early childhood education. This degree expands your skills and knowledge at your current workplace and prepares you for any higher career aspirations.
Bachelor's
Online
Self-Paced
Embedded Certifications
Information Systems
Information Technology (Data Science) *self-paced, BS
Earn a B.S. in Information Technology with a data science focus through this online, self-paced program. Learn about data analysis, visualization, and industry-relevant skills. Gain certifications like CompTIA A+, Cloud+, and more. Existing certificates can earn direct college credit.
Continuous Starts
Information Technology (Data Science) *self-paced, BS
Self-Paced
Embedded Certifications
Earn a B.S. in Information Technology with a data science focus through this online, self-paced program. Learn about data analysis, visualization, and industry-relevant skills. Gain certifications like CompTIA A+, Cloud+, and more. Existing certificates can earn direct college credit.
Bachelor's
Online (Self-Paced)
Competency Based
120
Credits
$3300/Credit
Next Start Date
Continuous Starts
Self-Paced
Embedded Certifications
Information Systems
Information Technology (Info Self Design) *self-paced, BS
This online, self-paced bachelor’s degree in information technology is perfect for students who would like to focus on certain areas within IT. Choose your emphasis courses to customize your degree and receive credit for qualifying certificates already earned.
Continuous Starts
Information Technology (Info Self Design) *self-paced, BS
Self-Paced
Embedded Certifications
This online, self-paced bachelor’s degree in information technology is perfect for students who would like to focus on certain areas within IT. Choose your emphasis courses to customize your degree and receive credit for qualifying certificates already earned.
Bachelor's
Online (Self-Paced)
Competency Based
120
Credits
$3300/Credit
Next Start Date
Continuous Starts
Self-Paced
Embedded Certifications
Information Systems
Information Technology (Info Tech General) *self-paced, BS
Expand and sharpen your information technology expertise with this online, self-paced B.S. in Information Technology degree. There aren’t any set deadlines or assignments. Moving at your own pace, you’ll demonstrate understanding and mastery of each IT “competency” and then move on to the next.
Continuous Starts
Information Technology (Info Tech General) *self-paced, BS
Self-Paced
Embedded Certifications
Expand and sharpen your information technology expertise with this online, self-paced B.S. in Information Technology degree. There aren’t any set deadlines or assignments. Moving at your own pace, you’ll demonstrate understanding and mastery of each IT “competency” and then move on to the next.
Bachelor's
Online (Self-Paced)
Competency Based
120
Credits
$3300/Credit
Next Start Date
Continuous Starts
Ways to Get Started
Testimonials
If I put more time in it I can get it done faster. The best part is that you find out what you do know and what you need to know.
Venita C.
Information Systems Management (MyPath), BBA
I actually had a counselor that would call me, just to see how I was doing in school. Was there any additional assistance that I needed? To me that was showing me that they have value in what I'm doing.
Rojelio M.
Organizational Leadership, BA
When you take those things that you learn in school and apply it, it makes so much sense how you're able to lead; and then you become a better leader. Within two years after going back to school I was recognized and received a 2018 non-commission officer of the year award. And that was all, I feel, because of my education.
Jorge H.
Applied Studies, BA
Frequently Asked Questions
A bachelor’s degree is a type of undergraduate academic program that prepares students for a particular career or interest. Traditionally it’s pursued immediately after high school, but not always. Some may choose to take a break for work or life while others may begin with an associate degree before advancing.
A bachelor’s degree typically takes four years to complete. Some schools, like UMass Global, however offer self-paced online bachelor’s degree programs that allow students to control their own timeline, which can possibly reduce this window. Learn more about competency-based learning.
A Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree is typically more flexible and interdisciplinary, encouraging a broad, well-rounded education with a focus on humanities, such as literature, languages, philosophy, and social sciences. At UMass Global, we offer 20 Bachelor of Arts degrees in our school of Arts & Sciences. Beyond the specific curriculum or major, however, simply attaining a bachelor’s degree of any type has been shown to result in higher lifetime earnings when compared to those having only a high school diploma. See more benefits.
Different countries have varying names for their equivalent education standards that translate to the U.S. bachelor’s degree, with most requiring about four years of study. Many professional fields expect candidates to have this foundational level completed, but employers may consider 4-8 years of work experience in a related field equivalent. This is far from guaranteed, however, as many jobs in today's working world simply require the applicant has at least a bachelor's degree to even apply.
The UMass Global psychology undergraduate program offers a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree. A BA in Psychology provides a broad-based education, offering a wider perspective on the field of psychology. At UMass Global, the electives available within the general psychology concentration reflect this versatility, covering diverse topics such as “Issues in Aging,” “Family Systems and Dynamics,” “Child Development,” and “Survey of Forensic Psychology.” This breadth of coursework allows students to explore multiple areas of psychology and apply their knowledge across various fields and careers.
Bachelor of science degrees in psychology typically are more research-oriented, with lab-based courses targeted toward graduate study in psychology.