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The best way to finish your degree easily + close to home
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Did you know transfer universities exist specifically to help students finish their college degrees? There are only a few in the nation, and one is just a half hour away from Huntsville in Athens, AL.
If your goal is to complete your degree to prioritize yourself and go after your career dreams, Athens State University may be your gateway to making it a reality. Keep reading to learn how like-minded people made the jump and how you can, too. 👇
One of the nation’s only schools dedicated to transfer students
Let’s put it into more context: Athens State University’s mission is to help transfer and senior-level undergraduate students finish their degrees. So if you have unused college credits or never completed your degree, this school is built for you!
Plus, graduate students can pursue career advancement through a master’s degree while getting credit for real-world experience.
If you’re considering making the investment, Athens State is also considered one of the “best buys” in Alabama and Tennessee for its impressive education for some of the lowest costs in the state.
Here are 6 ways Athens State helps adult learners with degree completion:
👉 Flexible schedules + online learning to accommodate working students
👉 Course credit for work experience
👉 Affordability + financial support (including tuition discounts through 1,000+ local employers)
👉 Personal success coaches + hands-on support through the student journey
👉 50+ majors + degree options
👉 14:1 student to faculty ratio
Local student success stories
Javian, Amberlyn and April all changed the trajectories of their careers through Athens State (while balancing full time work and families!). (Elizabeth Hobbs / Hville Blast)
Fun fact: 81% of students that transfer to Athens State stay and complete their degree (much higher than the country-wide average, 61%).
See what three local Athens State students had to say about their experience as adult learners:
“Athens State is making dreams become realities. Doing everything online, I don’t have to worry about compromising my personal life while working a full time job. They help me balance my goals and make education a reality, because otherwise, it’d be almost impossible with my schedule of 12-hour shifts.”
Javian Conley, 📚 Master’s student in Strategic Leadership and Business Analytics | 💼 Grade IV Wastewater Operator for Decatur Utilities
“The professors have really helped me balance everything in my life. It’s one of the best schools if you have a family and a full time job.”
Amberlyn Brewer, 📚 Management of Cybersecurity Operations student | 💼 Systems Analyst and Radar Operator at Maximum Technology Corporation
“Every professor I’ve had so far at Athens State has been very accommodating. They make themselves very available, even though we’re online.”
April Warren, 📚 Criminal Justice student | 💼 Child Services Worker in Albertville
Support + flexibility make it possible
Athens State University uniquely meets adult learners where they are. Those years of experience and certifications under your belt? They could translate directly to a degree.
Navigating school as an adult can be intimidating, but Athens State makes it easy with resources like their Adult Learning Services Office, Learning Partner Discounts, and more.
“We provide hands-on support all the way through the student journey with personal Success Coaches who advise our students and ensure they stay on track. We are here to walk with our students every step of the way.”
Natalie Vedder, Director of Marketing and Brand Strategy at Athens State University
Take your next step in getting your degree
Make those dreams a reality! Click here to explore degree options and get connected.
Check out some more helpful resources:
- How to build your own major as an adult
- 4 Degrees with great return on investment
- A tuition discount that includes 1,000+ other employers
- One woman’s experience pursuing her dream career as a mom of 2 + full time social worker
Get a glimpse of campus
Let this be your sign to finish your degree, no matter where you are on your journey—learn more and apply today.
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