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“One of the biggest parts that I liked about my degree is the transition that I made from being a caretaker to being a scientist, and how smoothly I was able to navigate that with the help of the faculty and the curriculum just aligning well with my interests.”

- Joe Barreto, BAAS ‘23 | Read Joe's story »

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“Being in the BAAS program, it really pulls out the leadership in you. And it really shows you that you have what it takes to step out to the front and be a leader. And so now… I can actually see myself in that leadership role that I've been so desperately wanting.”

- Shaneeta Bagley, BAAS ‘24 | Watch Shaneeta’s story »

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“The most important thing I got out of the program was the confidence to step into a new career path…And by the time I completed the course, I had transitioned out of my full time role. And now I'm a freelance writer full time.”

- Katie Shelburn, Certificate in Professional Writing, ‘23 | Watch Katie’s story »

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lead people and communicate strategically →

I want to learn how to
analyze cultural texts and cultivate creative expression →

I want to learn how to
interpret human behavior and organizational systems →

I want to learn how to
understand scientific research in health and the environment →

I want to learn how to
design my own path →

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Why Choose Penn?

First fully online Ivy League bachelor’s degree

Serving nontraditional students for more than 130 years

65% BAAS students who work full time

12% BAAS graduates accepted to graduate school

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Penn LPS Online Certificates: Meet Us Mondays

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16

Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences Virtual Information Session

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Meet the team

Kathy Urban

Kathy Urban, Director, Undergraduate Programs

Talk to Kathy about preliminary credit transfer, support services for military veterans, and designing your academic journey.

Jaime Kelly

Jaime Kelly, Director, Certificate and Non-Degree Programs

Talk to Jaime about post-baccalaureate studies, preparing for graduate school, and reskilling for the workplace.

Kristin Sowden, Associate Director, Career Advising and Planning

Talk to Kristin about career design, core career competencies, and the future of work.

Ilene Ford

Ilene Ford, Recruitment and Admissions Specialist

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