The California State University system on Wednesday announced three new bachelor’s degree pathways aimed at broadening access to higher education and better aligning programs with workforce needs across Southern California and statewide.
The CSU Board of Trustees in Long Beach voted to create a Bachelor of Education, Bachelor of Professional Studies and Bachelor of Applied Studies, marking the first time in more than 30 years that new baccalaureate degree types have been added, according to CSU.
Officials said the move will allow universities across the CSU system to develop undergraduate programs tailored to working adults, returning students and others seeking more flexible options to complete a degree…