Frequently Asked Questions - BS in Business Administration
Is my accelerated undergraduate degree as good as a traditional degree?
I’ve been out of school for so long, I wonder if I can actually succeed.
Do we have to write a lot of papers? I haven't written one in so long.
Do my previous credits expire?
Can I write Life Experience Essays in order to earn credits to enter the program?
What is the charge for posting previous credits (i.e.. transfer and CLEP credits) on my transcript?
How can I fit school in with the rest of my life, especially with the kind of work schedule I have?
Where are you located?
My job provides tuition reimbursement. How do you handle that?
Is Financial Aid available?
Is my accelerated undergraduate degree as good as a traditional degree?
Yes. Your accelerated degree is as good as a traditional degree. The programs have been approved by the PA Department of Education and Eastern University. The University is also accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The curriculum is designed for adult learners and the theory of learning is now used by universities and colleges across the country.
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I’ve been out of school for so long, I wonder if I can actually succeed.
Many of our students feel unsure before they begin but by the time they have completed a few weeks of classes their confidence level has grown tremendously. This is a program for adult students, many of whom have been out of a formal school setting for a number of years. Even while you've been outside a school setting, you’ve been learning informally at home, on the job, at conferences, and at workshops. Returning to school is not a return to learning; it is a return to learning systematically in a formal setting.
Our courses are designed to meet the unique needs of adult learners. You may find our program to be very different from the education you received when you earned your diploma. Keep in mind that the average age of the Eastern student is 38 so you’ll have plenty of supportive classmates who understand your apprehension.
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Do we have to write a lot of papers? I haven't written one in so long.
Writing papers is a concern for many of our new students. You’ll get plenty of direction and assistance from your instructors. We offer additional assistance through our Writing Center on the St. David's campus or online.
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Do my previous credits expire?
We accept college credits regardless of how old they are. As long as you earned a "C" or better and the course was above a remedial level your credits will be considered for transfer. Although we wish to grant the maximum number of credits, credits will not be awarded for duplicating coursework, exceeding credit limits and/or for coursework at accredited institutions that Eastern University does not recognize. Program advisors will be able to provide you with additional information.
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Can I write Life Experience Essays in order to earn credits to enter the program?
You may earn credits for life experience, approved professional credentials, and CLEP credits. You must be accepted into the program and have earned 15 or more credits with Eastern University before you can begin writing Life Experience Essays. However, there are accelerated courses called "General Studies Courses," which you can take to increase your credits. Please call 610-225-5524 for more information.
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What is the charge for posting previous credits (i.e.. transfer and CLEP credits) on my transcript?
Some colleges and universities charge for transfer credits, but at Eastern these services are performed at no charge.
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How can I fit school in with the rest of my life, especially with the kind of work schedule I have?
All of our students are working full or part-time. Our program is designed for the adult student who has responsibilities at work and at home. Classes are scheduled during the evenings and online.
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Where are you located?
Eastern University is located 30 minutes west of Philadelphia, in St. Davids, Pennsylvania. It is only 2 1/2 hours from Washington D.C. and New York City. Eastern’s immediate community is Philadelphia’s Main Line. This residential area is 1/2 mile north of Lancaster Pike (U.S. Route 30) at the eastern edge of the town of Wayne. Eastern offers classes at a variety of convenient locations including St. Davids, Valley Forge, Lansdale, Great Valley, Center City, and Trevose.
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My job provides tuition reimbursement. How do you handle that?
Concerns about payment method, tuition reimbursement, costs, etc. should be referred to the Student Accounts office at (610) 341-5832. Those students wanting to pursue a loan can speak to the Financial Aid office about the process at (610) 341-5843 to discuss their individual situation.
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Is Financial Aid available?
Students in the BS in Business Administration program are eligible to apply for financial aid as full-time students and may apply for assistance through one of the available student loan programs. In addition, students who transfer at least 56 seat hours may qualify for a PHEAA state grant. For additional information, contact the Eastern University Financial Aid office at (610) 341-5843.
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For more information regarding the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program, please contact Mumia Parham at 215-557-3756 or mparham@eastern.edu.
For more information regarding the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration at Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York locations, please contact Ryan Knisely at (717) 565-1951or rknisely@eastern.edu
Click here to request more information about the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.
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