Adult Learning Program
What is Adult Learning?
The Adult Learning Community at Tennessee Tech provides support and resources to our students over the age of 25. You have a place to go for assistance when planning for your educational future. We can help answer questions, assist with advisement and course planning, and more! Our innovative programs allow you to fit your classes into your busy life. In addition, we have a fully-online degree program that allows you to take classes when you want, from anywhere. Our talented advisement staff will work out a customized program to allow you to complete your degree on your timetable.
Finish your degree at Tennessee Tech!
I graduated in 2014 at the age of 60. The program, staff, and courses were great then. Knowing them as I did, I’m sure they have fine-tuned the program in every way possible.
I would have never gotten my degree if not for this program. I am very grateful for the chance to finish something I started almost 30 years ago!
Excellent program. I was already working in technical education and wanted to tailor my degree to match my career. The staff seemed to know exactly what I wanted to do and worked with other colleges within the university to customize a degree that perfectly matched my educational needs.
Making the Decision to Return to College?
The top four things that are important to adult learners in making their decision on returning to college are:
1. Does Tennessee Tech have the program that I want?
The College of Emerging and Integrative Studies offers the Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies (BSIS) which allows you to customize your degree program with the guidance from an academic advisor to select areas of emphasis.
2. Are the classes convenient to the time and location I want?
Classes are offered online and on campus. Online classes are typically asynchronous, meaning students work independently, at their own pace, and complete assignments by established deadlines.
3. Can I transfer my existing credits?
Tennessee Tech allows you to turn previously earned college credits into a marketable, accredited, and career-advancing Bachelor’s degree. Tech accepts credit from most accredited colleges and universities as well as TBR institutions. The above degree (BSIS) can also accept credit from AAS degrees earned at TBR institutions. Adult learners may earn college credit for prior learning achieved through work experience. This program is known as credit for prior learning.
When transferring to Tennessee Tech, you’ll want to find out what credit will transfer when you arrive at Tech. College Level Examination Program (CLEP) exams are available through the Tennessee Tech Testing Center. For information on what credits may transfer, schedule an appointment with one of our members from the advisement staff.
4. How long does it take to finish my degree?
The Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies (BSIS) degree requires 120 credit hours (course outline) and is designed to be completed in four years. According to how many credit hours you have previously earned, such as from an Associate of Science degree and how many hours you are able to take in a semester, you could finish within two years.
Questions?
For other questions about your courses, advisement, and/or registration assistance
Contact
Tammy Keylon, Director of Student Success Center
Phone: 931-372-6238
Email: tkeylon@tntech.edu