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Online Bachelor of Science in Administrative Studies

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Start Your Administrative Career

The online B.S. in Administrative Studies equips working adults with the communication, technology, and organizational skills that keep today’s workplaces moving. Grounded in St. John’s mission of ethical leadership and a liberal arts core for administrative professionals, the program blends practical business training with the flexibility to learn online, tailor electives, and grow with consistent faculty support.

The skills you build here translate across industries, preparing you for administrative and entry-level management roles in business, healthcare, education, government, and nonprofit organizations. It provides a clear path to becoming a capable, career-ready administrative professional. 

Time to Complete

Approximately 48 months, with some flexibility for students who may progress at a faster or slower pace

Application Deadlines

Early Action – December 1  
Regular Decision – February 1

Credit Hours

Transfer Program (Request Information to see how many credits you can transfer)

Cost per Credit

$857

Program Details

Designed as a bachelor’s-completion pathway, the online administrative studies degree helps students with prior credits or an associate degree finish their degree and gain in-demand workplace skills. A strong liberal arts core for administrative professionals builds your communication, critical-thinking, and organizational abilities while coursework introduces you to project management, HR, business operations, and data mining and analysis for administrators. With flexible electives and dedicated online support, you can tailor your experience and graduate prepared to step confidently into a range of administrative roles.

Curriculum

A Curriculum Shaped for Today’s Administrative Careers

The administrative studies program blends business fundamentals and organizational leadership to help you build the skills today’s employers value. You'll gain a broad understanding of how organizations operate while developing the communication, analytical, and management abilities needed to lead effectively. Technology-oriented workplace preparation will help you easily step into the modern office. 

What You’ll Experience:

  • Study core areas such as the project management fundamentals undergraduates need, human resources, communication, data mining and analysis, and business operations
  • Our liberal arts foundation strengthens your critical thinking, writing, and problem-solving skills across all coursework
  • Elective options let you tailor the program to your interests and career goals, from data analysis to leadership and organizational development 

Admission & Aid

St. John’s Online works to make your administrative studies degree both affordable and accessible. The admissions process for the undergraduate administrative studies degree is designed to be clear and flexible, with a holistic review of your academic background and interests, plus an online portal that keeps every requirement in one place from application to decision. Because many students enter with previously earned credits or transfer coursework, the admissions team will help you understand how your prior learning applies toward the degree. Students seeking federal aid assistance like federal student loans are encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). St. John's University's Federal School Code is 002823.  Visit studentaid.gov to review basic eligibility requirements, program details, and to complete the FAFSA.

Important Dates

Fall 2026 Admission Deadline Admission Plan to Select on Undergraduate Application
Early Action December 1 Early Action
Regular Decision February 1 Rolling

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this program fully online?

Yes. The undergraduate administrative studies degree is offered 100% online, so you have the flexibility to complete coursework on your schedule from any location.

How long does it take to finish the degree?

This can vary depending on the number of credits that are transferred in.

Do I need to submit SAT or ACT scores?

St. John’s takes a holistic approach to undergraduate admission and does not rely solely on test scores. You can apply without submitting SAT or ACT results.

What can I do with a B.S. in Administrative Studies?

This degree prepares you for administrative and management roles in business, healthcare, education, government, and nonprofit organizations, with skills that translate across industries.

Can I transfer credits into this program?

Yes. Since this is a degree-completion program, students typically enter with prior college credits. St. John’s accepts many of them, and an admissions counselor can confirm which will count toward your degree.

What support is available for online students?

Online students have access to academic advising, technical support, tutoring, library resources, and one-on-one guidance from faculty and enrollment counselors.

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