Part-Time Study

Since 1863, Bryant has prepared its graduates for success in professional careers.  Whether you are looking to advance in your current career or begin a new one, you can gain a competitive advantage at Bryant.  Most part-time students are non-traditional students who are generally focused on work and/or family and wish to pursue their education on a part-time basis. 

The curriculum at Bryant is balanced with business, technical, and liberal arts courses.  Our approach to education combines cross-disciplinary thinking, diverse perspectives, flexible applications, creative solutions, and results in substantially increased career options.  You can pursue your degree at your own pace. 

Students who wish to earn a Bryant bachelor's degree on a part-time basis may enroll in a maximum of three courses a semester (not to exceed 11 credit hours).  You can choose among day and/or evening classes.  Summer and winter session courses are also available.

Application Requirements

All applicants for admission are required to submit the following:

• A completed application with the $50 application fee.  Application fee waivers are available to candidates with financial hardship.  Please discuss your situation with an admission staff member.
• Essay ("Personal Statement")
• Final, official secondary school transcript or GED.
• All official college/university transcripts and a list of courses not included on transcripts that you expect to complete before the proposed date of enrollment
  

Deadlines

It is advisable to submit an application as early as possible to allow sufficient time to process it.

September admission: Application should be filed by August 15

January admission: Application should be filed by December 15

Financial Aid/Corporate Reimbursement

A limited amount of financial aid is available for degree candidates who enroll in two or three courses (at least six credits) a semester.  Bryant requires the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered.  The FAFSA can be  completed online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

Many companies reimburse their employees for tuition expenses.  Contact your company's education specialist or human resource representative about the educational benefits available to you. 

Questions?

For more information, contact Brenda Doran, Director of Transfer Admission at bdoran@bryant.edu or Helen Senecal, Assistant Director of Transfer Admission at hsenecal@bryant.edu.