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Working adults pursuing career growth with flexible online programs
100% online degree programs
Delivering a purposeful education
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PLNU Online Undergraduate Programs
STRATEGIC COMMUNICATION, B.A.
Become a strategic communicator. Students will ethically engage in both the marketplace and the public through discourse and action.
Average Salaries
Communications Specialist: $69,780
Public Relations Specialists: $66,750
Human Resources Specialist: $67,650
Key Benefit
Gain communication skills in a variety of contexts including intercultural, ethical, and business conversations
Build upon your valuable experiences and earn your bachelor’s in a convenient online learning format. Completing your bachelor’s can help increase your salary, expand your understanding of a field that brings you purpose, and open you up to exciting and fulfilling career opportunities.
PLNU’s Online Undergraduate Programs
PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION, B.A
Lead with integrity and drive lasting change. Gain the knowledge and skills to make a real impact in government and community organizations.
Average Salaries
Urban Planner: $81,800
City Manager: $96,796
Community Health Specialist: $62,860
Key Benefit
Ethics-centered learning in budgeting, policy, and community development to prepare you for impactful leadership
Featured Programs
“[Having] a son who would soon be entering college and a four-year-old daughter made the decision to go back to school… feel daunting. But [I] felt this was important for my needs and life.”
—Allison Gold, RN to BSN
ALUMNI TESTIMONIALS
“My experiences with PLNU have been nothing but positive. The professors were all extremely supportive during my time and getting my degree has brought me one step closer to achieving my dream of becoming an attorney.”
—Enrique Pimentel, Organizational Leadership B.A.
This program is ideal for adults who have already earned some college credits and are looking to finish their bachelor’s degree in a 100% online format.
Key Benefits
SPEEDY COMPLETION
Graduate in as little as 15 months, allowing you to quickly advance in your career without putting your life on hold
Choose from one of our online programs with classes that fit your schedule, making it easier to balance education with work and family responsibilities
ONLINE PROGRAMS
TUITION SAVINGS
Save up to 20% on tuition if eligible, making your educational goals more affordable and reducing your financial stress*
Who It's For
*20% Discount for key community colleges in San Diego and healthcare workers at SHARP & Scripps
*10-20% Discount for employees at some California School Districts and academic institutions
“Having the opportunity to go to PLNU was a calling for me. I feel like becoming a product of Point Loma has helped accelerate my career in ways I wouldn’t have before.”
—Jessie Schmitte, Criminal Justice B.A.
*20% Discount for key community colleges in San Diego and healthcare workers at SHARP & Scripps
*10-20% Discount for employees at some California School Districts and academic institutions
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