Brandman University
Liberal Studies, Multiple Subjects Teaching – BA
Introduction
Brandman University, part of the Chapman University System, and Allan Hancock College have formed a partnership to offer bachelor degree programs in the Northern Santa Barbara County. This partnership is making it easy for you to continue your education in Liberal Studies with a Multiple Teaching Emphasis without moving from the area. Maximize your time and money; take all your lower-division course work at Allan Hancock College then continue your degree with Brandman in Santa Maria. Instruction is offered in person on site and online.
Degree
Liberal Studies, Multiple Subjects Teaching – BA
www.brandman.edu/programs/ba_mst
Admission Requirements
Students may apply for admissions at any time. Apply online at www.brandman.edu/admission/ug
Prospective students should consult the Santa Maria Valley campus for specific information regarding transfer procedures. Also, available is the Early Advantage Program (EAP): the partnership between Brandman University and Allan Hancock College that will make it easier and faster for you to achieve your bachelor's degree. See: www.brandman.edu/eap/AHC
To be admitted to an undergraduate degree program:
- Students must meet the degree requirements published in the catalog current at the time of their formal admission acceptance.
- Students must have completed 12 or more transferable semester credits or the equivalent for admission to Brandman.
- A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA in all prior college-level coursework is required for formal admission into an undergraduate degree or certificate program. The grade point average that determines admission is based solely on work at other regionally accredited post-secondary institutions.
Contact the Allan Hancock College University Transfer Center at 922 6966 ext 3363 to make an appointment with a transfer counselor to evaluate your coursework.
Tuition and Fees (2009-2010)
| Onsite tuition | $420 per unit |
| Online tuition | $450 per unit |
| Application fee | $50 Application fee waived when you apply online. |
| Graduation/Conferral fee | $40 |
| * Deferred Payment Option | No charge |
| Active Military, Spouse and Dependents Onsite or Online tuition | $250 per unit |
* In order to assist students who do not have financial aid assistance in place at
the time of registration Brandman University has a deferred payment option available. Students
may pay one third of their tuition at the time of registration. The balance is to
be paid during the remainder of the session.
Financial Aid
Financial aid is available to all qualified applicants. Our financial aid specialists work with you to explore your options for federal and state loans, grants and scholarships.
In order to assist students who do not have financial aid assistance in place at the time of registration we have a deferred payment option. Students may pay one third of their tuition at the time of registration. The balance is to be paid during the remainder of the session.
Contact Information
For further information please contact Donna Hiltner at (805) 348-3367 or email at hiltner@brandman.edu.
SPOTLIGHT

Richard Caliguri
Cosmetology Instructor
"Being able to teach Cosmetology has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my hairdressing career. To be able to take a new batch of students who are open to new ideas and be able to help mold them into future stylists is very rewarding. I learn as much from the students as they learn from my teaching. Being associated with Allan Hancock College has allowed me to do what I love most: teach."
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