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School of Lifelong Learning
College of Education and Human Development

 

The Professional Interdisciplinary Studies and University Studies programs offer adult learners flexible pathways to degree completion through fully online, hybrid, and face-to-face instruction. Our programs provide opportunities to engage in relevant coursework and training designed to build 21st century professional competencies such as lifelong learning, research skills, strategic problem solving, teamwork, communication, and habits of leadership.

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For more information, please contact us at (601) 979-8777.  We look forward to meeting with you and seeing how our program can help you achieve your goals.

SCHOOL OF LIFELONG LEARNING

Location

3825 Ridgewood Road, Jackson, MS 39211

Contact

(601) 979-8777

Email

lifelonglearning@jsums.edu

Curriculum and General Requirements

The School of Lifelong Learning academic credit programs are open to all students, particularly nontraditional, adult learners who wish to study on a full-time or part-time basis.  Students must meet all admissions requirements set forth by Jackson State University.  Readmission – Readmission is required for former students not enrolled during the previous semester. For more information, call 601-979-2100 or log onto the website at https://www.jsums.edu/apply/

The Professional Interdisciplinary Studies Curriculum includes: 

45-47 Credit Hours *

General Education Core

9 Credit Hours

Pathway Options

24 Credit Hours

Interdisciplinary Concentration (Courses from two disciplines)

17 Credit Hours

Major Core Courses/Degree Program Requirements

27 Credit Hours

Professional Concentration (General or HRD)

124  Total Credit Hours

 

* See General Education Core Overview: https://www.jsums.edu/theepathway/home/gec/

The University Studies Curriculum includes the same major requirements.  However, students who pursue this degree must be formally admitted to the Complete to Compete Program.  Upon verification of eligibility, students will be able to apply 90 or more previously earned credit hours toward the completion of the stated program requirements.  

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Scholarships

The School of Lifelong Learning recognizes that adult learners often have specific challenges financing the completion of their undergraduate degree.  Students who are accepted into JSU, who select Professional Interdisciplinary Studies as their academic major, and who complete an application for ATLASS support will be considered for a one-time, need-based departmental ATLASS award.  Contact the Interim Director of the School of Lifelong Learning, Dr. Jie Ke for additional details.  

Looking for additional ways to pay for your tenure at Jackson State University? Fear not! We are here to help. Browse Scholarships in our Scholarship Portal to see what you qualify for today.

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