"It has been a good experience for me." Taji Batsell, speaking at President Jay Barnes' inauguration.

Do you live in St. Paul's Frogtown/Summit-University (FSU) neighborhoods and want to go back to school? Whether or not you live in the area, Bethel's College of Adult & Professional Studies makes it easier by offering classes near you at the ModelCities Brownstone Building on University Avenue in FSU.

Got some credit? Our advisors can evaluate your transcripts to see what courses will transfer. No credit? No worries. We provide all the core courses in the General Studies program. Earn an optional Associate of Arts (two-year) degree with 12 additional elective credits.

Program features:

• Designed for adults--graded primarily on papers, projects, and presentations
• Scholarships for FSU residents based on financial need
  
• One-time registration
• 24/7 online bookstore
• Easy parking
• Courses that meet once a week
• Cohort model--take classes with a group of students who progress through the program together
  

“The system at Bethel has been very beneficial,” said Taji Batsell, a General Studies student in the FSU cohort. “Meeting here is convenient for others who don’t have transportation.”

Batsell also appreciates his cohort. “We have definitely gelled. The group model has been good for collaboration. Also, we have time to work and still be with family. It has been a good experience for me.“

Ready to get started on your degree in FSU? Contact the College of Adult & Professional Studies admissions office at 651.635.8000. To learn more, come to an information session:

Wednesday May 7 , 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. OR Thursday June 11, noon-1 p.m.

Suite 104

ModelCities Brownstone Building

849 University Avenue West

St. Paul, MN 55104-4869