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Your bachelor's degree is within reach at TCC.
Applications are open!
Applications for all Bachelor Programs opened February 20th.
Attend a program information session to find out more about our programs or email bachelordegrees@tacomacc.edu.
Bachelor of Applied Science Degrees
A Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree builds on the knowledge and skills learned in the completion of an associate degree, allowing students to obtain bachelor-level credentials in specialized career fields. Designed with working professionals in mind, classes are offered online, or on an evening/weekend schedule.
Let TCC’s two-year bachelor’s degree programs give you the skills needed for higher paying positions in your current field or help you move into another career field.
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BAS Information Sessions
HIMBASInfo Sessions
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CHP BAS Info Sessions
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AMBASInfo Sessions
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ANDS BAS Info Sessions
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Evening BAS Information Sessions
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FAQs
Answers to commonly asked questions
A Bachelor of Applied Science is an applied bachelor’s degree. Designed specifically for working professionals, BAS degrees offer training for advancement within specific career paths.
Designed specifically for career pathways, applied bachelor’s degrees build on earlier career training, such as an Associate of Applied Science in Health Information Technology. They provide career advancement pathways for working professionals with technical degrees.
These degrees are designed with the needs of working professionals in mind. The Community Health and Health Information Management degrees are offered completely online. The Applied Management degree is offered partially online, with campus classes generally meeting Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-9 and alternate Saturdays 9-3.
Yes. It’s important to apply for Financial Aid as soon as you apply for a program.
Yes. The TCC Foundation scholarship application is open once per year, Jan. 1 – March 31.
It depends. Our programs are designed to build on associate degree programs and work experience, but in order to complete a BAS you may need to take one or more 100-200 level course, such as Communications or Statistics, that were not required for your associate degree. In most cases, we allow you to take those classes while you are taking your BAS courses.
Yes, 300 and 400 level courses cost more than 100 and 200 level courses. See the page for costs.
Yes! TCC’s degrees have been designed with post-BAS advancement in mind. Students can advance into any number of Master degree programs after completion of a BAS degree from TCC. For specific information please speak with program faculty.
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