NWCCD Catalog 2025-2026 
  
    Mar 09, 2025  
NWCCD Catalog 2025-2026

Bachelor of Applied Science Degree Requirements


The Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree at NWCCD is designed for students seeking to advance within their occupational area or career field through additional study.  This program builds upon any 2-year associate degree by adding junior and senior level academic and applied coursework. It provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to enter and advance in their career.

Institutional Requirements:

  1. Complete a minimum of 120 credit hours at 1000 level and above.

  2. Complete a minimum of 30 credit hours of Northern Wyoming Community College District credit.

  3. Complete a minimum of 40 credit hours at 3000 level and above.

  4. Have a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 (“C”) or better in classes 1000 level or above.

  Required
Credit Hours
COMMUNICATION - Must earn a grade of “C” or better  
     Basic Writing 3
     Advanced Writing 3
     Upper Division Writing 3
MATHEMATICS - Must earn a grade of “C” or better 3
CULTURAL STUDIES 6
     Global Diversity (must be selected
     Humanities from 2
     Social & Behavioral Science different areas)
     Visual & Performing Arts  
     Foreign Language  
US & WY CONSTITUTIONS 3
GENERAL EDUCATION COURSE OF CHOICE 9
TOTAL GENERAL EDUCATION CREDITS 30
PROGRAM CREDITS 90
TOTAL CREDITS FOR A BAS DEGREE 120