Transfer up to 28 credits and earn an Associate of Science in Professional Studies (ASPS)

The Associate of Science in Professional Studies requires 60 credits for degree completion. You will take 32 semester credits of program core coursework and concentration coursework will vary based on the amount of transfer credits. Students entering this program will transfer between 12 and 28 credits from a completed professional certificate, diploma, or from a military occupation or rating.

Did you know, you could potentially take fewer classes and shorten time to graduation by passing a Trident Challenge Exam*? Undergraduate students can demonstrate their knowledge and, if successfully passed, earn credit toward their degree. Talk to your Student Success Advisor about this and other Prior Learning Assessment opportunities!

*The ability to reduce time in school and/or reduce tuition varies by campus and depends on the number of Trident Challenge exams successfully passed. Trident Challenge exam credits are unlikely to transfer. Not all programs are eligible for a reduction in time and money. Courses eligible are subject to change.

• Organizational Leadership
  This concentration focuses on preparing students to develop their leadership skills and philosophy in an organization or industry in which they have completed a professional certificate or diploma. Learn more!

• A diploma from an accredited or state approved high school, or its equivalent
• A minimum GPA of 2.0 in all high school coursework transcripts (if a student has less than 24 semester hours of post-secondary education)
• A certificate or diploma with at least 12 semester hours of transferable college credit or documented military training* as defined by Trident’s transfer policy. *Proof of military service includes successful completion of basic training, documented in an official military transcript (JST, CCAF, etc.)
• Proof of English proficiency (international students only; see section on English Proficiency in the Trident University Catalog)
• A minimum GPA of 2.0 in all transferable coursework

• Credits are considered for transfer from:
  • Any regionally or nationally accredited college or university
  • The American Council on Education (ACE)
  • College Level Examination Program (CLEP)
  • The DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSST/DANTES)
  • The Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL)
  • Excelsior
  • Other non-traditional forms of learning as deemed appropriate by College Deans or designees.
• Decisions on the transfer of credits are ultimately at the discretion of the College Deans or designees.
• Students may formally appeal transfer decisions to the Provost or designee. Appeals must be submitted in writing and must be accompanied by supporting documentation or evidence such as a course syllabus.
• Students are urged to review the specific policy statement applicable to each degree program regarding maximum transferable credits to the program and concentration, or both.
• Transfer credits will not be included in the calculation of overall GPA.

Transfer students can review the full transfer credit policy in the Trident Catalog.

University Fees:

• Books and Supplies: $0
• Bounced Check Fee: $30
• Course Materials: $0
• Diploma Copy: $30 (optional)
• Food, Housing, and Transportation: N/A
• Graduation Fee: $150
• Official Transcript: $10 (rush fee $35)
• Other Expedited Shipping Fees: varies based on region
• Payment Plan Set-up: $35-$55 (non-refundable)
• Student ID Card: $10 (optional)
• Technology Fee: $0
• Other fees may apply and are subject to change without advance notice.

Seeking more information on the cost of attending Trident University? Visit Trident’s Financial Aid Resources page where you will find financial aid tools including Trident’s Net Price Calculator and Shopping Sheet, a guide to assist in early financial planning for college.

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