The author argues that in a knowledge-based economy, the associate degree does not provide significant professional and economic opportunities for students. A new practitioner-oriented applied baccalaureate degree that emphasizes the competencies demanded in today's business environment should be developed by the community colleges, with the input…

This report provides information on all approved programs offered at Colorado's public postsecondary institutions as of December 31, 1993, including the 44 programs approved during the past year. There are currently 1,086 approved, operating degree programs in Colorado's public postsecondary system: 803 at four-year institutions and 283 at…

This document offers a summary report of degrees granted at Arkansas state and independent higher education institutions for 1989-90 and highlights trends over a 5-year period. A summary section notes that 12,188 degrees were conferred, an increase of 419 from the previous year. Associate degrees rose sharply by 17 percent from the previous year.…

This document offers a summary report of degrees granted at Arkansas state and independent higher education institutions for 1990-91 and highlights trends over a 5-year period. A summary section notes that 12,533 degrees were conferred, a 2.8 percent increase from the previous year and a 11.7 percent increase from 1986-87. Associate degrees rose…

Using two large national survey databases, a study was done of trends in degrees conferred by colleges and universities. The data were gathered from: (1) the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 1986-87 through 1990-91 "Completions" surveys, and the 1990 and 1991 "Consolidated" surveys; and (2) the Higher…

Data and narrative information on degrees conferred by Connecticut colleges and universities in 1982-1983 are presented. Information is also presented on degrees conferred by discipline, level, gender, and minority status. Trends include the following: 26,712 degrees were conferred in 1982-1983 by Connecticut colleges; the total number of degrees…

Trends in enrollments and degrees for physics and astronomy students are examined, based on the American Institute of Physics' annual Survey of Enrollments and Degrees. A total of 787 physics and/or astronomy degree-granting departments were contacted. Information is included on: physics enrollments and degrees awarded by academic year, 1974-1986;…

The Missouri Coordinating Board for Higher Education is required by statute to "establish guidelines to promote and facilitate the transfer of students between institutions of higher education within the state," thus allowing students to complete a degree program in the shortest time possible whether remaining in one institution or…

A practicum comparing the baccalaureate degrees and credit hour requirements for degrees offered by institutions accredited by the American Association of Bible Colleges (AABC) to identify appropriate norms at colleges like Practical Bible Training School (PBTS) is presented. A questionnaire was sent to chief academic officers at the 96 AABC…

Trends in enrollments and degrees for physics and astronomy students are examined, based on the American Institute of Physics' annual Survey of Enrollments and Degrees. A total of 745 physics degree-granting institutions and 67 astronomy degree-granting departments were contacted. Information is included on: changes in the number of colleges…

Data on academic programs, degrees, and other formal awards offered by State University of New York (SUNY) institutions are presented in three different formats. Part 1 is in campus order and provides a listing of academic programs and degrees offered by each campus. Part 2 lists program names and indicates the campuses that offer the program. The…

Data on academic programs, degrees, and other formal awards offered by State University of New York (SUNY) institutions are presented in three different formats. Part 1 is in campus order and provides a listing of academic programs and degrees offered by each campus. Part 2 lists program names and indicates the campuses that offer the program. The…

Nursing education programs in Kentucky were surveyed in 1981 to assist the process of manpower planning and educational program development for registered nurses. The survey is part of a statewide coordinated system for nursing education developed through the Kentucky Nursing Education Project. Thirty-three nursing programs were surveyed that…

Data on academic programs, degrees, and other formal awards offered by State University of New York (SUNY) institutions are presented in three different formats. Part 1 is in campus order and provides a listing of academic programs and degrees offered by each campus. Part 2 lists program names and indicates the campuses that offer the program. The…

This is the third and final report resulting from a study of external degree programs and graduates conducted in 1976-77. The present study attempts to answer the basic concern that prompted the study: how useful and valuable are such degrees from the perspective of the graduates themselves? Survey responses from 1,486 program graduates were…