Academic Programs

The Academic Affairs Office works with faculty, staff, and students to maintain and improve the quality of the students' educational experience and the quality of academic support services at the University. The Office also serves as the focal point for dialog in the formulation and maintenance of University policies, procedures, and guidelines for all academic affairs of the University.

Our goals are:

• To offer students a curriculum that prepares them for the rapidly changing world of work

• To instill in students the principles of critical thinking, lifelong learning, service to society, and an appreciation of global perspectives

• To support faculty in their teaching, scholarship, service, and student mentoring roles

• To continually to build a dynamic and sustainable learning community for on-campus and online learners of all ages

Post University is organized into three major divisions:

• The Main Campus: Students enrolled at the Main Campus in Waterbury, Connecticut generally attend classes as full-time students in two, fifteen-week semesters. Students may live on campus on commute to campus for their classes.

• Undergraduate Accelerated Degree Program (ADP): Students enrolled in the undergraduate ADP Division take accelerated courses scheduled in six, eight-week modules each year.

  Depending on the degree program they're pursuing, ADP students have the option of completing their courses completely online, during evenings and weekends at the University's main campus or at its regional sites in Danbury, Meriden and Norwalk, or a combination of online and on-campus.

• The Graduate Accelerated Degree Program: Post University offers three Accelerated Master Degree Programs: Master of Human Services, offered online and during evening and weekend hours at one of our four regional locations; Master of Business Administration (MBA), which is offered completely online; and the Master of Education (M.Ed.), which also is offered completely online.

The Academic Curriculum

The undergraduate curriculum structure at Post University is intended to prepare you for lifelong learning and a successful career in the 21st century.

Undergraduate General Education Core

As a career-driven university with a strong tradition in the liberal arts, Post University is committed to providing you with an opportunity to build a firm foundation in the sciences, social sciences, arts and humanities. The general education core at Post University provides you with the ability to make connections across disciplines so you're better prepared to respond to a diverse and constantly changing global marketplace. You are able to choose from a variety of courses according to your interests and curiosity.

Major Courses: Focus and Depth

At Post University, all majors provide a pathway to a number of career areas and specific jobs. The courses you take as part of your major are the "nuts and bolts" you'll need to land a job in the field of your choice.

Leadership Core

At Post University, we are committed to preparing students to be successful in their lives and stand out among their peers. A critical element of this learning process is our leadership core, which offers an interdisciplinary perspective on the business basics affecting all organizations. These include management, leadership, economics, ethics, social responsibility, business ownership, marketing, e-commerce, information technology, accounting, investments, money and personal finances. The skills learned are essential for success in any career, whether in business, a not-for-profit agency or a government organization.

Career and Self-Awareness Core

To be successful in life, people need to understand who they are and what they want to achieve. Our career program offers seminar classes designed to help students enhance self-awareness, build confidence and develop a strong sense of direction.

This collection of short courses offered during your academic studies is intended to provide you with the experiences to become a self-aware, lifelong learner. These courses include personal assessment tools with detailed diagnostic feedback including specific career information, computer simulations, self-study exercises as well as in-class discussion and discovery. All of these activities are supported in the classroom and online through interactive exercises, using a new individualized, career-based resource program available only at Post University.

To learn more about these courses, click here.

Cooperative Education AND INTERNSHIP Opportunities

At Post University, students can take advantage of a robust Co-op/Internship program where they have opportunities to participate in real-life work situations related to their field of study before they graduate.

Why? Because that's what students need to complete and win in today's competitive job market. According to The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), 47% of employers prefer that candidates gain experience through an internship or cooperative education program prior to graduation, and a recent survey conducted by The College Placement Council revealed that 64% of respondents listed work/co-op experience as an important pre-screening criteria when selecting college graduates.

Our Co-op program gives Post students a real edge over their competition. Not only do our students get a chance to put their classroom learning to the test, but they get opportunities to meet prospective employers, network with people in their field, test-drive their intended career, and build their resumes with concrete examples of how they've made the connection between theory and practice.

Writing-Across-the-Curriculum

Because the ability to communicate ideas is a key for success in today's marketplace, Post University has instituted a writing-across-the-curriculum policy that requires a writing assignment in every course offered by the University. The Post University Writing Center is open to all students who want to improve their skills and/or get feedback on their writing.

Academic Support Services and Resources

Academic Advising

The goal of the academic advising program is to assist students in realizing their full academic potential. At Post University, the advisor-advisee relationship involves a shared responsibility. While students benefit from individual attention and interaction with their academic advisors, they are expected to know and understand the curricular degree requirements for their selected major field of study. Academic advisors assist their advisees in selecting majors, scheduling courses, and interpreting academic policies and procedures.

Prospective Students needing Advice on Selecting a Program

To be considered for federal financial aid, students must be enrolled in an eligible degree program. Prospective students who are having difficulty selecting a major should work closely with the Academic Advising Office and the Office of Admissions to identify a major that meets their career needs and objectives. There also are resources available in the Office of Career Services to assist potential students to assess individual preferences and strengths and to explore career options. The Office of Career Services can be reached at 203.596.4504.