Professional Studies
The Professional Studies courses are for non-degree seeking students who are interested in enrolling in courses of personal or professional interest, without the need to satisfy associate degree or certificate program requirements.
It’s a unique opportunity to take any available course of interest alongside degree-seeking students.
In addition to credit-bearing courses, Urban College also offers periodic professional development opportunities.
Some sample course subjects students can choose from are:
Computer Information Systems
Communication
Early Childhood Education
English and more!
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QUICK PROGRAM FACTS
Learning Type: Online, Synchronous and Asynchronous
Length: Varies
Course Languages: English, Mandarin, and Spanish
Financial Aid Available: No. Professional Studies students may register for courses on a space-available basis and are not eligible for Federal financial aid.
Scholarships Available: See Financial Aid for eligibility.
Application Fee: FREE
Cost: $317 per credit - See Financial Aid for more information
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You will be asked to provide the following materials:
Copy of your high school diploma, GED, or HiSET
Photo ID
Completed Online Application
We can assist and schedule times for you to meet with an advisor about your academic goals and the Financial Aid team to discuss available support and make a plan.
Career Facts and Outcomes
Common Occupation Titles: Varies based on course selection.
Career Advancement: Use your professional development courses to advance your career in various fields.
Alternate Pathways: Urban College of Boston offers several associate degrees and certificate programs. Take a look at our certificate offerings here and associate degrees here.