To succeed in today’s evolving business world it’s necessary to have a broad range of tools and skills at your disposal in every aspect of business – from accounting and marketing to management and economic theory.  Students working towards their Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration will learn every aspect of how a business operates and thrives in today’s business climate. Students will also receive vital practical training in how to effectively conduct a job search, interview successfully for jobs, write resumes and cover letters, and plan their careers.

A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration will prepare students for promising entry-level positions at businesses in many field and arm students with the expertise and training necessary to thrive and grow in these positions. Students will also gain the necessary knowledge to put their own businesses into motion – such as how to create a business plan and entrepreneurship skills.

Graduates of this program can go on to work in business management at large corporations, start-ups, and retail businesses. Students may also go on to work in sales, accounting, human resources etc. Graduates may also find that these skills can be applied outside of the private sector, and turn these organizational and analytical skills towards non-profit management.

Individual courses are the building blocks of each degree program. Course requirements are structured to ensure that student study encompasses a broad range of topics and approaches, with an appropriate balance maintained among the three curricular components that comprise a liberal arts education:

The Bachelor of Science requires the completion of at least 120 semester credits, including general education courses and all courses listed for the course requirements in the major.

• Complete a minimum of 120 approved credits
• Earn a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.00 in all coursework attempted at Northampton University (USA)
• Earn an overall grade point average of at least 2.00 in all courses taken in the major area of study
• Complete all requirements for the Bachelor’s Degree in no more than 50 terms of active enrollment excluding any periods of separation from the University
• Complete the 11 required proctored exams= 

Northampton University (USA) has five terms in its academic year, each ten weeks in length. Students must complete all requirements for the Bachelors’s Degree in no more than 50 terms of active enrollment.

Grading Policies and Practices

The University insures that students are issued grades in a timely fashion and that grades are determined in a manner that is accurate, fair, and consistently applied in accord with established standards.

At the conclusion of each term of study, students may check their grades in their unofficial academic record in the Student Portal. Since the unofficial academic record is a permanent record of a student’s academic performance, including course selections, grades, and credits earned toward a degree, it must be correct at all times. Students who believe an error has been made on their academic records should be in contact with the Office of Academic Affairs at academic.affairs@northampton.ac.

Students are encouraged to speak to their Course Instructors if they wish further clarification of their grades, would like to discuss their assessments, or are considering requesting a grade change. Students with further complaints regarding alleged unfair or improper grading at Northampton University (USA) and who are unable to reach a resolution with their Course Instructor may request a Grade Appeal form from their personal Program Advisor.

Northampton University (USA) is able to offer our students an online degree tuition-free because of our unique model of online higher education. Our minimal processing fees help to maintain our tuition-free online degree structure—allowing all qualified students to receive their online degree without educational instruction expenses, course material or annual enrollment fees. We ask for a non-refundable application fee of $60 and an assessment fee of $100 per exam [not in one full payment but at the time of each exam] which can be covered by numerous grants and scholarships.

The estimated total fees for the Bachelor’s degree are as follows: $4,060

Cancelations Policy

A student has the right to cancel this Agreement in any manner and at any time. Cancellation is effective five (5) days after the University receives notification of a student’s cancellation. During this time, you may notify the University that you no longer wish to cancel this Agreement. Notice of Cancellation is effective if it shows that the student no longer wishes to be bound by this Agreement or to continue their attendance at the University. If the student cancels this Agreement, the student shall not be liable to the University and the University shall refund any money paid through attendance at the first class session or the seventh day after enrollment, whichever is later, excepting any non-refundable fees.

Refund Policy

Transferring Credits to Northampton University (USA):

Students and applicants at Northampton University (USA) have the option of transferring credits toward their degree programs at Northampton University (USA).

For undergraduate degree programs Northampton University (USA)may award the transfer of up to 50% of the required program credits. In special cases, Northampton University (USA) may choose to make an exception – allowing for up to 75%. 

This means that students can transfer no more than 90 toward the completion of a Bachelor’s degree.

Transferring Credits from Northampton University (USA) to Other Institutions:

The transferability of credits and credentials is at the complete discretion of the institution to which you seek to transfer, and may include a transfer fee.

As an accredited University, Northampton University (USA) has a number of requirements for all potential applicants, to help maintain a strong, intellectual student body.

To meet admission requirements, applicants must:

• Be 16 years old or older
• Be able to demonstrate high school completion
• Have English proficiency

To apply for admissions consideration to Northampton University (USA) , applicants must complete an online application, including payment of a $60 non-refundable Application Fee. 

Non-Native English Speakers

In addition, applicants who are non-native English speakers, or did not complete their high school education in an institution where the primary language of instruction is English, are required to provide proof of English proficiency during their application process. Should applicants be unable to provide proof of English proficiency, they will need to successfully complete a Northampton University (USA) English course before proceeding to Northampton University (USA) Foundations. 

Entrance Exams

Entrance-exams are not required for admission – this means that you do not need to submit any standardized test scores in order to be accepted to the online degree program at Northampton University (USA) .

Foundations Courses

In order to be accepted to an undergraduate degree program, students must successfully complete the Northampton University (USA) Foundations Courses. The Northampton University (USA) Foundations Courses are designed to equip students with the necessary skills needed to thrive in their academic degree studies. Once students have successfully passed the Northampton University (USA) Foundations Courses and sent their proof of high school completion document, they may continue as degree students at Northampton University (USA) in their desired undergraduate degree program. The Northampton University (USA) Foundations Courses count towards the associate’s and bachelor’s degree credit requirements.

Submitting Proof of High School Completion

Submitting proof of high school completion may be satisfied during your first term at Northampton University (USA) through the submission of:

1. official diploma (or transcript showing graduation) sent directly to Northampton University (USA) (either mailed or submitted online); or

2. a photocopy of the original diploma (or transcript showing graduation) certified by a notary sent directly to Northampton University (USA) (either mailed or submitted online); or

3. if an applicant, such as a refugee or asylum seeker is unable to provide the documents listed above, the applicant shall take an Ability to Benefit test approved by the US Department of Education. 

Sending Documentation

For the quickest processing of your application materials, it is advised to send your documents electronically directly to your admissions advisor or to admissions@northampton.ac

Refugees and Asylum-Seekers who are unable to produce original diplomas and/or transcripts may submit alternative documentation.