BACHELOR’S DEGREE ADMISSIONS PROCESS
Advance your career with a high-quality, affordable bachelor’s degree from Indian River State College. Whether you’re a recent associate degree graduate or an adult learner returning to school, we provide the flexible pathways you need to lead in your field.

A Bachelor’s Degree designed for your life.
At The River, we believe a degree should work for you, not against your schedule. Our Baccalaureate programs are crafted to meet the needs of the Florida workforce, offering a blend of academic rigor and real-world application.
- Format Your Way: Choose from 100% online, hybrid, or traditional in-person classes at our local campuses.
- Affordability First: Graduate without the burden of heavy debt. 91% of our students graduate debt-free, with tuition rates significantly lower than state universities.
- Adult-Ready Support: We specialize in helping students ages 30+ navigate the transition back to school with dedicated advisors and technical support.

4 Steps to Starting Your Degree
Ready to take the leap? Our streamlined process is designed to get you into the classroom and on your way to graduation.
- Submit Your Application: Complete the online Baccalaureate application and pay the $30 non-refundable fee.
- Send Your Transcripts: Provide official transcripts from all prior colleges. We’ll help you evaluate your credits to see how close you already are to your degree.
- Prove Residency: Submit your Florida Residency Declaration to ensure you receive our lowest tuition rates.
- Connect with an Advisor: Meet with a dedicated Bachelor’s program advisor to map out your personalized degree plan and discuss financial aid.
Choose Your Field of Impact
Indian River State College offers diverse Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) programs designed for high-growth industries.
- Business & Management: Lead with confidence in Business Administration or Organizational Management.
- Healthcare & Nursing: Advance on the front lines with our top-ranked RN to BSN or Healthcare Management programs.
- Education: Answer the call to teach with specialized degrees in Elementary, Exceptional Student, or Math Education.
- Science & Technology: Innovate in the fields of Biology, Information Technology, or Cyber Security.
- Public Service & Human Services: Serve your community in Human Services, Criminal Justice, or Public Administration.


Debt-Free is Possible.
Don’t let the price tag of a 4-year degree stop you. Indian River State College is one of the most affordable colleges in the nation.
- 42% of students receive grants or scholarships that never need to be repaid.
- Tuition is 40% less than public universities.
READY TO FINISH WHAT YOU STARTED?
Applications for the upcoming semester are now open. Take the next step toward the career, and the paycheck, you deserve.
