Invest in a dynamic education that nurtures and stimulates intellectual and professional growth. The School of Arts and Sciences offers cross-disciplinary curricula in criminal justice, liberal studies, communications, applied studies, and more.
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The mission of the School of Arts and Sciences is to provide a dynamic education that nurtures and stimulates intellectual growth and a greater understanding of our diverse communities. With cross-disciplinary curricula in the arts, humanities, and behavioral, natural and social sciences, the school utilizes innovative curricula, pedagogy, and technologies to foster scholar-practitioners who value ethics and service to others.
Taught by scholar-practitioners who are experts in their fields, our programs combine real-world application with research and theory-based practices. Many degree programs offer multiple emphasis options to align your professional goals with your learning experience, such as the Bachelor of Arts in Applied Studies, which allows you to design your own curriculum based on your work experience, interests, and future goals.
WASC Senior College and University Commission
University of Massachusetts Global is institutionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
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Testimonials
UMass Global has been a game-changer. As a working mom with a demanding job in aviation and a second role in security, flexibility was non-negotiable, and they've provided that and more. I feel seen here, not just as a student, but as someone working toward a bigger mission.
UMass Global has made it possible for us to achieve our dreams, regardless of where we are in life. I work full-time for my local school district, and I am a mom, a wife, a sister, and a daughter. Thanks to UMass Global, I was able to earn my degree while juggling these many roles.
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.
UMass Global gave us the opportunity to take ownership of our education in a way that many other paths do not. We mastered the art of time management, how to be self-disciplined, and how to navigate technology with confidence... To UMass Global, thank you for making education accessible to so many of us, for fostering a sense of community even in a virtual setting.
Programs Offered
Legal Studies (Paralegal Profession), BA
Legal Studies (Paralegal Profession), BA
Paralegals play a key role—from legal research to drafting documents and supporting courtroom preparation. This fully online degree prepares you for national certification exams and a career as a paralegal, including in California.
Legal Studies (Paralegal Profession), BA
Legal Studies, BA
Legal Studies, BA
Gain the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a variety of careers that require an understanding of legal concepts. Our 100 percent online curriculum addresses the application of writing, research, analysis, ethics, and communication in a legal setting.
Legal Studies, BA
Liberal Studies (Multiple Subject Teaching), BA
Liberal Studies (Multiple Subject Teaching), BA
Whether you're laying the groundwork to earn a teaching credential for elementary education in California, or you simply seek a bachelor's degree with a broad liberal studies foundation, the UMass Global Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies is the perfect choice.
Liberal Studies (Multiple Subject Teaching), BA
Nutrition & Wellness, Certificate
Nutrition & Wellness, Certificate
This certificate program focuses on the needs for changing health behaviors, reducing diet and exercise disparities, and minimizing disease development by introducing students to nutrition and the set of influencers that affect health for individuals and society.
Nutrition & Wellness, Certificate
Paralegal, Certificate
Paralegal, Certificate
This online certificate prepares the student with a basic understanding of the legal system, applicable nationwide and meets specific California paralegal requirements. Credits completed to earn this certificate may also be applied toward completion of the Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies.
Paralegal, Certificate