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Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences
University of North Texas
Summer 2025 applications are open! 🦅
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Transfer-Ready Degree
Start without starting over and finish faster by transferring up to 90 credits.
Structured Flexibility
8-week terms. Summer acceleration options. Full/part-time schedules. View calendar!
Affordability is a Priority
$330 per credit hour for most. Federal financial aid and other financing options available.
Personalized Degree Plan
Customizable specialization options. Choose from 9 specializations to create your degree plan.
Better Together
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Unlock new career opportunities with a BAAS
As a graduate of the Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (BAAS) program from UNT, you’ll open yourself up to a new category of career opportunities. With just having your bachelor’s degree alone, you’re likely to see your wages increase - research shows that those with bachelor’s degrees earn 84% more than those with just a high school diploma.
Because you will come out of this degree with specializations in one or more area, you will have career-ready skills covering in-demand fields that will make you a highly desired candidate in the job-market.
Graduates maintain access to the UNT Career Center services for free as alumni. Career Center services include personalized career coaching, career fairs and industry receptions, resume and cover letter reviews, mock interviews , and LinkedIn and networking tips.
Command higher earnings
Join hyper-growth fields
Leverage UNT’s alumni network
Grab the attention of hiring managers
UNT BAAS alumni work for organizations like:
Southwest Airlines
Toyota
Cinemark
Citibank
Geico
Nokia
United States Postal Service
Salesforce
Omni
Amazon
IBM
And many other additional organizations.
Alumni work in a variety of roles like:
Project Manager
Technical Support Engineer
Client Services Representative
Senior Logistics Specialist
Data Analyst
Administrative Specialist
Business Analyst
General Manager
Paralegal
HR Generalist
Senior Marketing Specialist
IT Director
Additionally, many alumni go on to Masters programs upon completion of their BAAS
Summer 2025 applications are open
Important Dates
Summer 2025 5W1 & 8W1
- April 15: International student admission requirements deadline for 5W1 start
- May 12: U.S. Freshman/transfer application deadline for 5W1 start
- May 19: First day of 5W1 classes
- June 2: First day of 8W1 classes
Summer 2025 5W2
- May 15: International student admission requirements deadline for 5W2 start
- June 16: U.S. Freshman/transfer application deadline for 5W2 start
- June 23: First day of 5W2 classes
Fall 2025
- June 1: Transfer excellence scholarship deadline (have to apply and be admitted by June 1, 2025)
- July 15: International student fall admission requirements deadline
- July 31: U.S. fall application deadline
- August 18: Fall 2025 classes start
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Reach the next step in your career
- Learn the latest analytical methods in engineering
- Build advanced skills in data science, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and more
- Dive deep into five interdisciplinary engineering domains: infrastructure systems, biomedical and biomechanical engineering, data analysis, advanced manufacturing, and electrical, power, and autonomous systems
- Prepare for senior roles by studying subjects like technical leadership, innovation, digital transformation, and technology strategy
Advance your career
On average, engineers who have completed a master’s degree program earn 20% percent more than engineers who only have a bachelor's degree according to a Work.Chron.com report.
$101,780 per year
Average salary of an electrical engineer in the United States from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
20k+ open jobs on average every year
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported job postings for electrical engineering in the U.S. alone recently numbered 303,800.
6% job growth by 2031
The materials engineering field is projecting growth year-over-year for 2021-2031 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Qualify for in-demand jobs
The MAS-E curriculum supports your personal and professional goals through flexible course offerings. What do you want out of this program?
“I want to grow my career in advanced manufacturing.” The MAS-E supports your goal with curriculum in theme areas like Engineering Data Analysis and Advanced Manufacturing and Materials. Example courses include Applied Optimization, Analysis and Control of Nonlinear Systems, and Structural Materials.
“I want to switch my career path and pursue work in integrated circuits.” The MAS-E supports your goal with curriculum in theme areas like , Electrical, Power, and Autonomous Systems and Engineering Data Analysis. Example courses include Techniques for Electronic Device Fabrication, Models in Engineering, Flying Robots, and Optimization: Theory and Practice.
“I want to make an impact on climate change by developing skills in environmental engineering." The MAS-E supports your goal with curriculum in theme areas like Infrastructure Systems Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing and Materials. Example courses include Energy Systems Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Manufacturing in a Climate Emergency, and Digital Transformation & Industry 4.0.