Bachelor in Human Services (Bachelor's)

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, while tuition is Tuition is competitively structured, and financial aid opportunities are available for those who qualify..

This programme is designed for recent high school graduates and career changers seeking entry into human services roles. Students study case management, human development theories, and ethical decision-making through interactive coursework. The curriculum emphasizes practical skills in service planning, crisis intervention, and advocacy for social justice. It prepares learners to work in diverse community and organizational settings.

Focus areas include Child and Family Studies, Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Justice, Multicultural Practice.

The programme requires 120 total credits, including 21 in Essential Skills Core, 21 in General Education, 60 in Major and Concentrations, and 18 in Open Electives. Coursework includes service planning, ethical decision-making, and administrative components of human service systems.

Graduates enter roles in community service agencies, counseling centres, criminal justice support services, and social advocacy organizations.

Applicants must have a high school diploma, GED, home-school transcript, associate degree, or 60 or more transferable college credits. Official documentation is required, and applicants may connect with admissions advisors for guidance.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. Online or on-campus; full-time; typical program length is four years. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes.

Post University has served students since 1890 and offers undergraduate, graduate, certificate, and continuing education programs. Students can study online or on the Waterbury campus, with academic support that includes advising, a library, academic policies and procedures, and a Center for Academic Success. Faculty and staff provide one-on-one attention as students work toward their educational goals.

Academic programs are organized across four schools: American Sentinel College of Nursing & Health Sciences, the John P. Burke School of Public Service and Education, the Malcolm Baldrige School of Business, and the School of Arts & Sciences. Options include nursing, business administration, accounting, communication and media studies, psychology, biology, computer information systems, data science, criminal justice, legal studies, emergency management, and gaming and esports management. Students may also add minors or Pre-Engineering, Pre-Health, and Pre-Law tracks.

International students joining the Waterbury campus can expect support with admissions requirements, documentation, and international student services. Campus residents live in one of six residence halls, with community directors overseeing the halls and professional staff available on call around the clock alongside campus safety. Resident assistants support social interaction, referrals, and activities. Admissions advisors help international applicants understand the application process and next steps, while the campus community provides opportunities for adjustment, leadership development, and connection.