UW Institutions Approved to Offer Flexible Option Degrees

UW-Milwaukee and UW Colleges Gain Higher Learning Commission Approval

On July 2, the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) approved UW-Milwaukee and UW Colleges to offer a competency-based degree program through the UW Flexible Option. All UW schools and programs receive HLC accreditation before accepting enrollments, and it is a key factor for students as they evaluate their options for higher education.

UW-Milwaukee received permission to offer three bachelor’s degree programs and one certificate program:

• A bachelor’s degree for registered nurses who need additional college to qualify for higher professional credentials (master’s degree in nursing to come in fall 2014)
• A bachelor’s degree in diagnostic imaging (through the B.S. in Biomedical Sciences)  for certified diagnostic imaging professionals
• A bachelor’s degree in information science and technology, preparing students for jobs in today’s digital culture and economy
• A certificate in professional and technical communication, providing students with the essential written and oral communication skills needed in the workplace

The UW Colleges received approval for the Associate of Arts and Science degree.

You can read the full UW System news release here: UW institutions approved to offer Flexible Option degrees