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    • OWLS Programs can be individualized to your interests and past experiences or college credit
    • Online and Hybrid options for CTE & OCED courses
    • 8 week courses! You are able to balance out your course load and earn credits fast
    • OWLS Programs are geared for the working adult
    • OWLS students are primarily non-traditional, our department is ready to support that
    • You can receive up to 24 credit hours for your experience in the workforce or life
    • OWLS Program Coordination Team and Staff are committed to helping you graduate

  • Generally, yes! Courses offered by the OWLS Department (CTE & OCED) are offered online in completely remote or hybrid options. 

    However, if students need to complete CORE courses or take courses in other departments, delivery methods may vary. Academic Advisors are able to assist in finding suitable meeting types for your preference. 

  • Depending on your past college credit, this degree can be completed in as fast as 3 full semesters. 

  • Yes! Only Admissions can evaluated previous college credit and code it appropriately on how it will be applied to your degree plan. The relevant Program Coordinator will then be able to review and provide feedback on potentially how many credits you have remaining to compete.

  • To set up an academic advising appointment, please call the Applied Arts Advising Center at 512-245-1490. 

    OWLS students also have the opportunity to access faculty support and mentorship through designated Program Coordinators. Which are available to meet with students to talk about their next steps and career goals in person or online. 

  • Every degree plan is individualized to the student. Each student have different previous college credit, work experiences, and future goals. Your academic advisor will work with you your interests. 

    Common topics that students focus in are: 

    • Business/ Public Relations
    • Leadership-related 
    • Social Services/ Human Relations
    • Healthcare
    • Training & Development
    • Criminal Justice
    • Real Estate
    • Law School Paralegal 
    • Teaching
    • Athletics/Coaching
    • Certified Public Manager 

    Click here to visit courses for each topic!

  • Undergraduate students receive a Bachelors Degree, with the major/program listed as Applied Arts & Sciences (B.A.A.S). 

    This B.A.A.S program is offered by the Department of Organization, Workforce, & Leadership Studies (OWLS), which is housed within the College of Applied Arts. 

  • The best option to receive documentation and/or resources  is via email at owls@txstate.edu or, for general questions, call us at 512-245-2115!