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Applied Arts & Sciences

SHSU’s B.A.A.S. lets students transfer up to 66 technical credit hours, then complete a tailored 120‑credit bachelor’s with an optional internship/mentorship.

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Degree
  • Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences
Location
  • Huntsville
Type of Instruction
  • Face to Face
Length

4 Years

Build on Experience with a BAAS Degree

Sam Houston State University’s Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (B.A.A.S.) is designed for students with an Associate of Applied Science or similar degree. It allows up to 66 transferable technical credit hours and builds upon that foundation with core academics, a chosen minor, electives, and optional hands-on learning. This flexible 120-credit program helps students advance their careers by enhancing their technical expertise with communication, leadership, and critical thinking skills tailored to real-world professional settings.

Who’s Eligible?

To be eligible for the BAAS program, you must:

  • Hold an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree with at least 36 hours of technical coursework.
  • Be advised by the BAAS program coordinator before admission and course planning.
Real-World Experience Through Internships

Hands-on learning is a key part of the BAAS experience. You’ll have the opportunity to:

  • Participate in internships or work-based mentorships for up to nine credit hours.
  • Gain practical experience in your field while earning academic credit.
  • Fulfill the internship requirement if your AAS program did not include a field experience.
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This flexible, 120-credit degree is designed to help you grow professionally by combining your technical background with essential skills in communication, leadership, and critical thinking.

Advance Your Career with BAAS

SHSU’s Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences offers a flexible path for students with technical associate degrees to advance their education. The program allows significant credit transfer, customizable coursework, and hands-on learning opportunities. This approach equips students with the practical skills and academic foundation needed to succeed in diverse careers and leadership roles.

  • Flexible Credit Transfer

    SHSU’s B.A.A.S. program accepts up to 66 technical credit hours from associate degrees, allowing students to efficiently build upon prior learning and save time toward completing their bachelor’s.

  • Customized Academic Path

    Students choose from a variety of minors and electives to tailor the degree to their career goals, combining technical skills with communication, leadership, and critical thinking coursework.

  • Career-Ready Skills

    With options for internships and mentorships, the program emphasizes practical experience and professional development, preparing graduates to excel in diverse industries and leadership roles

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Find Your Future Career

Graduates pursue roles in management, healthcare, education, business, technical fields, and more.

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Expert Faulty

The B.A.A.S. program at SHSU is supported by the Department of Agricultural and Industrial Sciences, with diverse backgrounds providing students with practical insights and mentorship.

Become a Bearkat

Ready to see what a degree can do for you or to start your application to SHSU? Our Admissions team is here to help.