College of Professional and Graduate Studies

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Jamie Myrtle, Ed.D., Dean

The College of Professional and Graduate Studies (CPG), established in 2022, offers a range of degree programs for students including the Associate of Arts in Business, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Graduate certificate and Master’s degrees are offered as well.

The College’s dedicated faculty members are devoted to teaching, scholarly engagement in professions, and career preparation for students. Its majors represent highly sought-after career paths in service (education and nursing) and traditional business fields.

The College of Professional and Graduate Studies provides academic programs that prepare our students to be knowledgeable citizens of the 21st century and empower them to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world. Our graduates are well-versed in their chosen field and with the analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills that are essential to success in life and the workplace. The College advances career preparation of students through internships, project collaborations with business partners, and service projects using professional skills. Experiential, relational, and integrative learning opportunities are essential to the success of the College and its students. The College of Professional and Graduate Studies houses four schools:

• School of Business  
• School of Counselor Education  
• School of Education  
• School of Nursing  

Within the undergraduate programs offered in the College of Graduate and Professional Studies, some programs are offered in a format that is more convenient for students who work during daytime business hours or who are seeking an accelerated timeline for degree completion. These programs have historically been called “professional programs” and are listed HERE . Traditional undergraduate programs offered in CPGS primarily represent an in-person classroom experience during day-time hours. Students who are considering switching between a professional or a traditional undergraduate program should contact their advisor or their admissions counselor to discuss the differences in the programs and the process required to switch programs. 

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