Integrated & Professional Studies

Work collaboratively with our helpful faculty and staff to create a degree plan that meets your individualized educational needs and, when relevant, takes into account your previous work, life or military experiences through our Credit for Prior Learning program. 

This flexible degree gives you the chance to focus on specialized career interests not covered by M State's more structured degree programs. Whether you’re looking to expand your job opportunities, advance your current career, or further your studies and obtain your bachelor’s degree, the Integrated & Professional Studies program allows you to enroll in the classes that will best help you achieve your goals. 

In addition to your chosen specialty coursework, you’ll gain knowledge and skills in generalized subject areas that help set you up for success, such as:

• Career exploration
• Business, management and leadership
• Writing, communications and human relations
• Computer technology
• Research and critical thinking skills

Our Associate of Applied Science degree programs make it possible for you to seamlessly transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue an advanced degree. There are many advantages of beginning your postsecondary studies at M State, including cost savings due to our low tuition rate and smaller class sizes with personalized instruction. Learn more about your transfer options at Transfer Programs and Pathways.