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Learn how this partnership with University of Massachusetts Global provides access to benefits, scholarships, and grants for working adults just like you!

Made for working professionals. 90% of UMass Global students work while completing a program.

Over 90% of alumni would recommend UMass Global to family, friends, and colleagues.*

Check out some fast facts on why going back to school is a good option.

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working adults say it will be essential for them to get training and develop new skills throughout their work life in order to keep up with changes in the workplace*

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lower likelihood of being unemployed for those with a bachelor’s degree vs. those without**

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of adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher say they will need to keep advancing their skills throughout their career***

Going back to school helped me get out of my comfort zone. It helped me get past the ‘we’ve always done it that way’ mentality. I learned that I needed to innovate personally, professionally and to help other become more innovative.

Keith F. | MBA Program

I personally know that the MAOL prepared me to be a better leader and manage multiple projects. The program enabled me to take what I learned and apply in the workplace right away.

Aimee A. | MA, Organizational Leadership

The MAOL program expanded my understanding of how people interact, revealed shortfalls within those interactions and allowed me to use newly developed skills to fill needed areas in communication and leadership.

Angelo C. | MA, Organizational Leadership,

UMass Global offers learning formats that work for you; online, hybrid, and competency based.

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Programs Made to Meet Your Needs (Online, Hybrid, or CBE)

Whether fully online, hybrid (online + in person), or competency-based education (CBE), UMass Global has programs that meet your needs. Our course-based online and hybrid programs are taught by faculty in 8-week terms and graded traditionally. For an even more flexible approach, our competency-based MyPath programs are 100% online and self-paced. MyPath is a learning format that builds on your experience, saving you time and money.

DEGREES & PROGRAMS

AREAS OF INTEREST

WAYS TO LEARN

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BA in Liberal Studies, Multiple Subject Teaching

Arts and Sciences

Prepare to earn a teaching credential and gain confidence in the subjects most commonly taught in California elementary schools including language arts, natural sciences, math, visual arts, history, human development, and physical education.

Hybrid

(on-campus/online)

Online

AA in General Business (MyPath)

Business and Professional Studies

This online, self-paced program helps students build the foundation necessary to advance in business.

Online

(self-paced)

AA in General Education

Arts and Sciences

In this general education degree, you'll be introduced to a broad range of subjects, including written and oral communication, liberal studies, mathematics, history, art, philosophy, social sciences and natural sciences.

Hybrid

(on-campus/online)

Online

Added Authorization, Autism Spectrum Disorders

Education

This state-approved, autism specialist certificate is a 4-course, 12-unit program providing either a CTC-designated authorization to serve learners with Autism Spectrum Disorders or a Certificate of Completion.

Online

Added Authorization, Early Childhood Special Education

Education

This authorization program allows teachers with special education credentials to add an authorization to teach children with disabilities, birth through age 5. ECSE programs can be administered by school districts, county offices of education, regional centers, or in private childcare settings and family homes.

Online

Start your student journey with these simple steps.

We can't wait to have you join our community of University of Massachusetts Global students! However, before that exciting first day of class, there's a few important steps to our enrollment process. But don't worry; we have a dedicated team of people who help working adults begin their degree completion journeys, and they look forward to helping you, too.

How do I get started?

Applying to any university is a process – one that we try to make as painless as possible. Follow the steps below to ensure a strong start to school:

Speak with an Enrollment Coach: Discuss requirements, course schedules, and start dates. Call us at 800.746.0082 or fill out a request for information form.
Complete Application: An Enrollment Coach will assist with the process of completing an Online Application
Receive Acceptance Letter: Congrats! Now that you are accepted into UMass Global, it's time to submit documents such as the employment verification forms, and a Scholarship Application Form. Your Enrollment Coach is here to help you every step of the way.
Meet with a OneStop Specialist: Talk about the many sources of funding available with the goal of reducing your out of pocket costs. Now is the time to fill out your FAFSA.
Enroll in classes: Now the fun part. You will be assigned an Academic Advisor and together you will develop a personalized education plan that fits your career goals. Once you have your ed plan you can enroll in classes.
Become a Student: Get ready to start class and become a student.

Sources:
*https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2016/10/06/key-findings-about-the-american-workforce-and-the-changing-job-market/
**https://www.luminafoundation.org/files/resources/its-not-just-the-money.pdf
***https://www.pewsocialtrends.org/2016/10/06/the-state-of-american-jobs/#fnref-22004-1

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