PRESS RELEASE: MARCH 11, 2025

SJR State adds bachelor's degree programs for second consecutive year

After a successful launch of five programs in 2024, St. Johns River State College continues to expand its academic offerings with three new bachelor’s degree programs for the 2025 fall semester.

According to SJR State President Joe Pickens, “These new programs will help us respond to the strong projected job outlook by bringing both convenient and affordable career options to our traditional students and to those seeking additional skill sets or a career change,” he said.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
Prepare for a variety of fields including health, food safety, forensics, environmental science, conservation, compliance, education, and other careers requiring a high level of technical skill. Additionally, the curriculum will align to articulate into local graduate programs in biology, physical therapy, and physician assistant. Embedded within the program will be the Biotechnician Assistant Credentialing Exam (BACE) which leads to the industry-recognized CAPE Biotechnician Assistant certification.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION K-12
Gain the skills to assist and empower children with disabilities who need specially designed instruction and related services. Includes endorsements in Reading (K-12) and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL, K-12).

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SOCIAL AND HUMAN SERVICES
Gain the skills to work in a variety of careers including human services, social work, substance abuse counselors, and many other human services occupations. The curriculum will develop students’ critical thinking and analytical skills, preparing them to coordinate and supervise programs and organizations that support public well-being, as well as learning skills and techniques for individual and family relationships and substance abuse counseling.

Learn more about Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences,
Bachelor of Science in Exceptional Student Education K-12,
Bachelor of Science in Social and Human Services and apply today!

Programs launched fall 2024:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice, Applied Intelligence Studies
Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Systems Technology
Associate in Science in Computer Programming and Analysis
Associate in Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Associate in Science in Paralegal Studies

With campuses in Orange Park, Palatka and St. Augustine, SJR State is truly the community’s college, enriching a diverse population of students. SJR State continues its comprehensive role by expanding its services and programs while continuing its focus on the Associate in Arts (transfer) degree. Additional programs include baccalaureate degrees, more than 30 Associate in Science degrees and certificates and the Florida School of the Arts.