The Bachelor of Specialized Studies is a multi-disciplinary degree program designed by an individual student. Although Ohio University offers a wide array of majors and degree programs, some students find that their interests, talents, backgrounds, and goals cannot be addressed by existing programs. The Bachelor of Specialized Studies program provides the means by which a student may, with the help of a University College or regional campus advisor and consultation with faculty, design his or her degree program. Typically, the Bachelor of Specialized Studies degree is not an appropriate degree program for someone who has previously completed a bachelor's degree. In special circumstances, a person who has completed a prior bachelor's degree may petition the Director of Degree Programs to seek permission to apply for and complete the BSS degree. The BSS program is not an appropriate choice as a second degree program (double major).

For  more information, visit:

• Independent and Distance Learning at www.ohiou.edu/independent
• Bachelor of Specialized Studies at www.ouorc.ohio.edu