Rose State College sends this information as posted below:
Rose State College (RSC) and the University of Oklahoma (OU) announce a series of transfer agreements designed to create a seamless pathway for students pursuing higher education in legal and professional studies. Beginning in the 2025-2026 academic year, students who complete an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Paralegal Studies at Rose State College will have the opportunity to transfer into one of three Bachelor of Arts in Integrative Studies (BAIS) programs at OU’s College of Professional and Continuing Studies.
The newly established agreements provide a structured transition for RSC graduates into the following OU BAIS programs:
- Business Administration
- Criminal Justice Leadership
- Organizational Leadership
“These transfer agreements reinforce our commitment to supporting students beyond their associate degree and providing clear pathways to a bachelor’s degree,” said RSC Dean of Business Information Technology Dr. Charles DeSassure. “We are excited to work with the University of Oklahoma to expand educational opportunities for our students.”
Under the agreements, RSC students who complete their AAS in Paralegal Studies with a minimum of 63 credit hours and a 2.0 GPA will be eligible to transfer to OU. Once at OU, students will complete an additional 60 credit hours to earn their bachelor’s degree. The agreements ensure that general education and major coursework align between RSC and OU, minimizing credit loss and reducing the time needed to complete a four-year degree.
“Rose State College has been recognized by the Oklahoma Journal-Record for having the best paralegal program three years in a row, and a paralegal degree is the only degree you need to work in the legal field,” said Brandon Burris, RSC Professor & Director of the Paralegal Studies Program. “This is a great option for Rose State students who wish to continue their education or go on to law school.”
The OU College of Professional and Continuing Studies provides flexible and accessible degree programs tailored to working professionals and adult learners. Through these transfer pathways, students can pursue career-enhancing education while benefiting from the academic excellence of both RSC and OU.
For more information about RSC’s Paralegal Studies degree, students can visit Rose State College.
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