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Course Overview

  • Applied arts and sciences is an RIT New Economy Major. This collection of degree programs is forward-thinking and future-forming and helps prepare you to excel in the multidisciplinary nature of our modern, dynamic economy.
  • Design a unique, multidisciplinary degree that combines several areas of academic interest to create a customized bachelor's degree.  
  • Engage in experiential learning like co-ops, internships, undergraduate research, study abroad) 
  • High-touch, personalized advising.
  • 120 credit hours: 60 credit hours in general education and 60 credit hours in individualized concentration areas
  • Complete the program on campus, online, or by combining both on-campus and online course work

You may know what you want to do, but you also may find yourself drawn to a collection of interests that don’t fit neatly into a conventional academic program. RIT’s BS in applied arts and sciences is an individualized studies degree, which means your education is designed by you. You are free to customize an academic program crafted around your interests, goals, and career aspirations. All in a place–the School of Individualized Study–dedicated to bringing your unique vision to life.

In the BS in applied arts and sciences, you’ll create your own major by customizing your academic degree around your interests and career goals. With RIT’s rich and diverse academic portfolio–which includes more than 100+ undergraduate programs, options, and concentrations–you can blend a range of courses to create concentrations that provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to accomplish your professional aspirations.

Entry Requirement 

Admission Requirements:

The admission process, requirements, and guidelines are the same for all undergraduate students. As an international student, you will also be required to demonstrate English language proficiency, and RIT will consider students at all levels of English language proficiency for admission.

You should  apply for undergraduate admission to be considered for these options:

  • Full university admission: If you meet English language proficiency standards, you will be considered for admission to the academic degree program you choose.
  • Conditional university admission: If you do not meet English language proficiency standards you will be considered for admission, and will need to complete additional courses through RIT’s English Language Center in addition to their academic degree program.  

Test Type

Minimum Score for Full Admission

Score for Conditional Admission

Internet Based TOEFL (iBT)

79

78 or lower

PTE Academic

58

57 or lower

IELTS

6.5

6.0 or lower

Fees

Full-time Tuition (12-18 credit hours)

Per Semester: $26015

Per Year: $52030

Total Estimated Cost of Attendance

Per Semester: $34638

Per Year: $69276

Part-Time Tuition Fees

The charge per credit hour is $1760. Multiply the number of credit hours by this amount to calculate your total.


This information was accurate on : 08/04/2021
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