3 Reasons Why A College Degree Is Worth The Cost
Learn why a college degree continues to pay off through higher lifetime earnings, expanded career opportunities, and the skills needed to succeed in today's competitive workforce.
Looking for a way to earn your bachelor’s degree on your own schedule? Callifornia State University, Fullerton offers three online degree-completion programs that let you finish your degree at your own pace — and you’ll earn the same degree you would earn on campus.
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| Program Name | Units required to apply (must include the Golden 4) | GPA required to apply | Career paths | Completion time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.A. in Business Administration | 66 minimum (21 units of lower division business courses). See BABA website for detailed requirements. | 2.5 | Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, Data Analytics, Urban Planning, Business Intelligence, Operations, Economics | 3 years (9 terms) | $500/unit |
| B.A. in Humanities & Social Sciences | 69 | 2.5 | Public Relations, Human Resources, Communication, Sales, Community Relations, Law, Education |
3 years (9 terms) This program cannot be accelerated. |
$475/unit (effective Fall 2026) |
| B.A. in Sociology | 69 | 2.5 | Social Work, Counseling, Criminal Justice, Government Relations, Research, Social Services | 3 years (9 terms) | $475/unit (effective Fall 2026) |
Learn why a college degree continues to pay off through higher lifetime earnings, expanded career opportunities, and the skills needed to succeed in today's competitive workforce.