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Bachelor of Science Community and Human Services / Social Welfare
Community & Human Services School - Undergraduate
SUNY Empire State College
Center for Distance Learning
One Union Avenue
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866-6048
518-587-2100 Ext. 2300
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Degree Level: Undergraduate, Bachelors Degree
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Degree Subject Area: Psychology, Human Services & Caring Professions: Human Development & Services, Social Science (General), Social Work
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Percent Online: 100 Percent Online
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Accreditation: Regional Board - Middle States Association of Schools & Colleges
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School Characteristics: Non-Profit, Public
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Credits: 8 minimum (Terms)
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Tuition:
State Residents: $ 2,485.00 per term
Out of State: $ 2,485.00 per term
Additional Tuition Information:
Active Duty Military pay a lower rate of $207 per credit, with all fees waived.
Additional Fees:
Student Activity Fee:
In State: $6.25 per semester credit ($800.00 total)
Out of State: $6.25 per semester credit ($800.00 total)
College Fee:
In State: $12.50 per term ($100.00 total)
Out of State: $12.50 per term ($100.00 total)
Telecommunications Fee:
In State: $75.00 per term ($600.00 total)
Out of State: $75.00 per term ($600.00 total)
Total Cost of Degree: $21,380.00
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Is this an Accelerated Degree: No
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Prerequisites:
High School Diploma or GED Required: Yes (required GPA: No Set Requirement)
Some College Required: No
Associates or Equal Required: No
Non USA Students Eligible: Yes
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Additional Admission Requirements: High school diploma/GED and demonstrate ability to do college-level work in application essay.
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Post On: April 9, 2009
Grade: A-
This degree is also offered as a Bachelor's of Science. The great thing about this school is that you get to design your own degree program. Plus, the course selection is unbeatable. The classes are enjoyable and intellectually stimulating but a lot of work. Be prepared to write many essays.


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