How to Complete a BAS
The bachelor of applied science degree -- or BAS -- programs differ from university to university. Typically, a BAS degree program involves more detailed coursework and hands-on learning than those required for an associate's degree in arts, science, or applied science.
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Things You'll Need
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate's degree in arts, science, or applied science
- Acceptance into a BAS program
Instructions
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Enroll in a university with a BAS program corresponding with your associate's degree. For example, if you have an associate's degree in construction management, look for universities offering BAS programs in construction management. One school offering BAS programs in construction management, for example, is the University of Minnesota.
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Take all required courses in your school's BAS program. Each university has its own requirements for BAS degrees. Speak with your guidance counselor about them. At Boise State University, for instance, BAS degree candidates must earn 128 credits, with certain numbers of credits obtained through specific coursework related to "area of emphasis" and "technical education" in the chosen area of study.
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Pass the required courses. Grade-point average (GPA) requirements for BAS degree programs may vary by university. At Arizona State University West, for example, the passing GPA is a cumulative GPA above 2.0; earning your BAS requires averaging at least a 2.0 grade for each required class. (www.west.asu.edu/tranguid/programguide/bas2.htm). Passing classes involves attending classes, completing course work, and doing well on your exams.
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Keep in contact with your student adviser throughout the course of your BAS program. While obtaining your BAS degree is a matter of taking and passing the required classes, sometimes it is easy to get lost in the chaos of college life. Speaking with your student adviser on a regular basis keeps you on track to graduate and helps you remained focused.
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