JACKSON, Tenn. — Jan. 22, 2018 — 51社区 has added a new associate degree to its programs for adult students.
Adults may now earn an Associate of Science in Professional Studies degree and choose from a variety of career-related paths.
鈥淭his new associate degree affirms 51社区鈥檚 commitment to adult students,鈥� said Beverly Absher-Bone, dean of the School of Adult and Professional Studies. 鈥淥ur mission is to prepare adults to advance in their careers and in service to their communities. An associate degree can provide the first step towards a pay increase or new career opportunity.鈥�
Three majors are offered for the associate degree in professional studies: Christian leadership, human services and organizational leadership. The degree requires 60 semester hours of credit, and courses are scheduled to be compatible with adults鈥� busy schedules.
Courses are offered in both full-semester or accelerated eight-week terms, and students may elect to attend on-campus classes one evening a week, complete classes online or choose a combination of these options.
Adults enrolled in the associate degree program at Union may qualify for a substantial reduction in tuition with funding through the Tennessee Reconnect grant.
鈥淎dult students with less than 60 hours of college credit already receive a tuition discount at Union,鈥� Absher-Bone said. 鈥淗owever, with the Reconnect grant, eligible students will see additional reductions in their tuition costs.鈥�
Information about the Tennessee Reconnect grant is available at
The Associate of Science in Professional Studies is offered through the School of Adult and Professional Studies, and adults may enroll at any one of Union鈥檚 three campus locations in Jackson, Germantown and Hendersonville.
Enrollment is open now for spring classes. For additional information, visit .