School of Professional & Continuing Studies

Online Information Session for Degree Programs

We’re hosting our next Online Information Session for academic degree-seeking programs on Wednesday, October 7 at 12:15 p.m. Attend to learn more about our bachelor’s degree completion programs, our post-bachelor’s academic certificates, and our graduate certificates and master’s degrees. Register to receive Zoom link.
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Finish a bachelor’s degree
Transfer up to 60 semester hours to complete a part-time University of Richmond bachelor’s degree.
- We offer two bachelor’s degrees: a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts (BALA) and a Bachelor of Science in Professional Studies (BSPS).
- Major in Data Analytics, Information Systems & Cybersecurity, Liberal Arts, or Organizational Studies.
Earn a post-bachelor’s credential
Once you’ve completed a bachelor’s degree, add an undergraduate certificate or graduate credential.

Undergraduate
- Earn a post-bachelor’s certificate in Data Analytics or Information Systems & Cybersecurity.
Graduate
- Earn a graduate certificate in HR Management.
- Earn a master’s degree in Education (Curriculum & Instruction or Educational Leadership), Liberal Arts, Organizational Effectiveness, or Teaching.
- Earn a post-master’s graduate certificate in Educational Leadership & Policy Studies.
Study for a professional certificate or license
If your career path requires professional licensure or certification, the University of Richmond offers programs to meet those requirements.

PreK-12 Teaching & Leadership
- Work toward Virginia teacher licensure at the graduate level.
- Fulfill your provisional licensure learning requirements.
- Or take graduate coursework to become a school leader.
Professional Certificates & Bootcamps
- Complete professional education coursework to earn a certificate or recognized certification.
- Complete an IT or information systems course in fields like AI and data science.
Take classes for professional learning
Upskill, reskill or hone your skills by taking one or more classes for professional learning in your field.

PreK-12 Educators
- You are eligible to take discounted graduate courses for professional learning and to fulfill relicensure requirements.
- You may also benefit from programs offered by the Center for Leadership in Education and Partners in the Arts.
All Fields
- Academic Classes: Earn college credits as a non-degree-seeking student.
- Professional Education Classes: Earn continuing education units (CEUs) as a community member.
  - Nonprofit professionals may benefit from programs offered in the Institute on Philanthropy.
Join the Osher Institute
Lifelong learners ages 50 and better can join the Osher Institute at the University of Richmond, a member-led organization dedicated to the joy of learning.
- Become a member: $75/year for Silver, $350/year for (almost) unlimited Gold.
- Take one or more of over 150 Osher classes offered each semester.
- Enjoy many member benefits including interest groups and world travel.
- Volunteer and teach in the Osher Institute.

Upcoming Events

Oct 07

Paralegal Professional Certificate Information Session

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Oct 07

SPCS Online Information Session for Degree Programs

12:15 PM - 1:00 PM

Oct 18

SPCS SGA Sunday Campus Walk

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Oct 22

SPCS Online Information Session for Degree Programs

5:45 PM - 6:30 PM

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SPCS Spotlight

Features

Finding her voice, lifting others: Karle Wells’s path to ESL teacher

Karle Wells, GC ’22, GC’23, earned a Graduate Certificate in Teacher Licensure in 2022 and an M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction in 2023 at the University of Richmond. Now an ESL teacher in Richmond City Public Schools, she partners with SPCS to support multilingual learners and future educators.

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From bar shifts to bank tests: Ari Bakhti-Suroosh, C'22, found a calling in ethical hacking

After graduating summa cum laude from the School of Professional and Continuing Studies in 2022, Ariyan “Ari” Bakhti-Suroosh turned a classroom revelation into a career in penetration testing.

University of Richmond Announces Historic $150 Million Gift at Kickoff of a $600 Million Philanthropic Campaign

Transformational gift will support the priorities of the Accelerate Richmond campaign, including a $50M matching fund for endowed scholarships.

University of Richmond Named a Top 25 National Liberal Arts College for 10th Consecutive Year by U.S. News & World Report

The University of Richmond has again been recognized among the nation’s best liberal arts institutions, ranking No. 21 in U.S. News & World Report’s 2027 Best Colleges guide, released today.

SPCS launching a new Paralegal Professional Certificate program in January 2027

The School of Professional and Continuing Studies is launching a Paralegal Professional Certificate designed to give working adults practical legal skills and a clear, career-focused pathway into the legal profession.

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Faculty & Staff Updates

September 28, 2026

Torrence named to LMR Leadership Quest class of 2027

Joe Torrence, SPCS director of community engagement and external relations, has been named to the Leadership Metro Richmond (LMR) Leadership Quest class of 2027. Leadership Quest is LMR’s flagship program that equips members to grow into engaged community leaders committed to sustainable change.

September 25, 2026

Shuai publishes article in Economic Development Journal

Xiaobing Shuai, adjunct professor of human resource management, has published an article, co-authored with Riley Ford, titled “Strategic Peer Region Selection for Economic Development” in the Economic Development Journal.

September 21, 2026

Rissler presents paper at public administration conference

Grant Rissler, assistant professor of organizational studies and chair of the department of interdisciplinary and professional studies, presented “From Entry Points to Current Residential Locations: Living Trajectories of Economically Successful Immigrants in the United States” at the 2026 Joint NECoPA and SECoPA Conference in Norfolk as part of the Issues in Housing Policy panel .

September 7, 2026

Cassada, Ward are panelists at J.R. Tucker High School

Kate Cassada, associate professor of education and associate dean, and Dionne Ward, adjunct assistant professor of education, joined several UR SPCS alums in a back-to-school panel for faculty and staff at J.R. Tucker High School in Henrico County. The panel focused on knowledge, skills, and experiences students need to thrive after high school.