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CPS Program

General Information

Yes. College of Professional Studies is part of Agora University, which is accredited in the United States by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC), ensuring rigorous academic quality and global recognition.

Yes, U.S. accreditation from a nationally recognized agency like DEAC is widely accepted around the world. 

Currently, CPS offers professionally oriented, professional degrees, including the Bachelor of Arts in Integrative Studies degree completion program.

Program Structure & Learning Experience

The Integrative Studies Bachelor of Arts degree completion program is delivered 100% online with flexible scheduling to accommodate working professionals. Students design an interdisciplinary plan of study that integrates a concentration, and elective courses across multiple disciplines to align with career objectives and personal goals.

Students work with academic advisors to tailor a curriculum that combines courses from their choice of concentration and courses from diverse fields, developing broad knowledge and professional skills applicable to dynamic career environments. This multidimensional approach prepares graduates to address complex real-world challenges. 

Yes—because CPS programs are fully online and designed for degree completion, many students balance studies with full-time work.

All programs are offered in English, and proof of English proficiency is required for applicants whose prior education was not delivered in English.

Admissions & Eligibility

Applicants must meet CPS admissions criteria. Transfer credit evaluation and degree completion planning are part of the application and advising process.

Yes, a foundational GPA requirement applies, and specific academic history will be evaluated during admissions.

Yes — CPS evaluates transfer credits for degree completion to help students finish their bachelor’s efficiently, with a maximum of 84 credit hours. However, Credit evaluation is at the discretion of the dean. 

Program application deadlines vary by term; prospective students should consult the admissions office for specific dates.

Academic Support & Faculty

Students receive academic advising, mentoring, and access to library and support resources to assist with coursework, progression, and completion.

Yes. CPS faculty include experienced academics and professionals with real-world expertise who guide students in applied learning and professional development.

Cost & Financial Information

No, scholarships are not available for the BA programs.

A non-refundable 30$ application fee applies.

Graduation & Outcomes

Graduation criteria include successful completion of all required coursework totaling 120 credit hours, a minimum cumulative GPA of 3, a completed admissions documents and settling all financial balance.

Completion timelines vary depending on transfer credits and course load, but the program is designed to support efficient degree completion in minimum of 2 years for full time students and 4 years for part-time students.

Bachelor of Arts in Integrative Studies degree completion program

The Bachelor of Arts in Integrative Studies is an interdisciplinary degree that allows students to build a personalized educational pathway by selecting one concentration from the available options—Middle Eastern Studies, Education, Computer Science, or Pre-Law—and completing additional elective courses from an approved list. To graduate, students must complete a total of 120 credit hours, inclusive of transferred credits, previously completed general education requirements. The program duration is a minimum of 2 years for full time students and 4 years for part-time students.

Graduates develop broad analytical, problem-solving, communication, and professional skills that are highly valued across diverse industries, enhancing career flexibility and adaptability.

Students consult with advisors to develop a coherent plan of study that spans multiple fields, ensuring academic depth, relevance to goals, and fulfillment of degree requirements.

Yes — the Integrative Studies BA is fully online, accommodating working adults and learners needing flexibility.

Absolutely. The program is designed for customization so you can align courses with your professional and personal aspirations.

Agora University is registered in the United States with the IRS as a 501(c)(3) organization, Tax-ID number 45-2832530.

Agora University is certified to operate by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia.
 
Agora University participates in the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements.
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