Extended Learning

Extended Learning at Barry U

Welcome to Extended Learning at Barry University! In addition to our undergraduate/degree-completion programs, we offer graduate, certificate, and professional-development programs for adult and non-traditional learners. Whether you're juggling family responsibilities, a career, or both, your busy lifestyle deserves a high-caliber and flexible education to match. That's where we come in.

Barry's many Extended Learning programs are designed to meet each student along their personal and professional path and help them advance. We offer flexible course delivery options at multiple Florida locales, credit for career experience, opportunities for corporate partnerships and employee learning, and so much more. Here are just a few of the ways our programs cater to you:

Face-to-face, fully online, and hybrid program options

In-demand bachelor’s and master’s degrees

Certificate, credential exam preparation, and licensure programs for professional, personal, and educational advancement

Evening, online and weekend courses

Undergraduate/degree-completion credits for learning acquired on the job through our Portfolio Program

On-site learning available at 5 Florida locations

Accelerated seven-week terms

Face-to-face, fully online, and hybrid program options
In-demand bachelor’s and master’s degrees
Certificate, credential exam preparation, and licensure programs for professional, personal, and educational advancement
Evening, online and weekend courses
Undergraduate/degree-completion credits for learning acquired on the job through our Portfolio Program
On-site learning available at 5 Florida locations
Accelerated seven-week terms

Locations

Melbourne Brevard

Address

410 North Wickham Rd, Suite 103 Melbourne, FL 32935

Phone

321-409-5553

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Pembroke Pines

Phone

954-443-0561

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Jacksonville Duval

Address

4401 Salisbury Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32216

Phone

904-619-5105

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Main Campus

Address

11300 NE 2nd Ave Miami Shores, FL 33161

Phone

305-899-3300

Email

admissions@barry.edu

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Orlando

Address

1415 Sligh Blvd, Orlando, FL 32806

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Palm Beach

Address

9123 N. Military Trail, Suite 206, West Palm Beach, FL 33410

Phone

561-622-9300

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Undergraduate Programs

Did you know that nearly half of enrolled college students in the U.S. are adult/non-traditional learners ages 21 and up. Barry's Extended Learning programs have long supported adult learners.

Accelerated seven-week terms allow you to advance at your ideal pace, and flexible, career-driven curricula celebrate your life experience and professional knowledge. Our programs are designed exclusively for you and always will be—because at Barry, non-traditional is the norm.

To enroll in an Extended Learning undergraduate/degree-completion program, students must have earned a high school diploma or GED. In addition, students must meet the following requirements:
Be at least 21 years of age Be able to document a work history of at least 2 years Active-duty service members of the United States military seeking to enroll in an accelerated online program are exempt from the admissions requirement regarding work experience.
Application for admission is a process separate from the registration process and must be completed prior to course registration.

Experiential Learning Experiential Learning Portfolio (ELP)

You may not have been in a classroom for a while, but you have never stopped learning. Your professional and community activities are valuable. The portfolio program allows you to translate your real-life learning into college credit.

You may earn up to 30 credits by demonstrating college-level learning in one or more of the following academic disciplines: administration, behavioral sciences, communication, humanities, natural sciences, social sciences and five special topics. Please see your advisor for additional information.

Adult Learner FAQs Experiential Learning Portfolio Presentation

Thousands of Barry University adult students have completed portfolios and considered this experience time and cost effective as well as personally rewarding.

Here are what three students said about their portfolio experience:

Student 1

"You know, it sort of gave me more pep in my step and actually gave me a sense of accomplishment and pride. It also made me realize how marketable I am. It did, it did a lot of things for me but it really gave me a sense of empowerment."
Student 2

"It really made me stop and think. It reinforced my belief in myself. I tend to get so caught up in everyday situations that I forget that I ever did something, you know, fifteen years ago. I think the portfolio is one of the most rewarding pieces of work that I have ever done."
Student 3

"The insight gained from [my] portfolio helped me to see, as the slogan goes, ‘You've come a long way baby'! in my accomplishments, achievements, [and] my development. A degree with a portfolio makes you assess your professional life; without a portfolio, you just know your academic strengths, but you don't know your professional strengths."

Adult Learner FAQs

Tuition is $454.00 per undergraduate credit hour for our adult learner programs. One class is $1,362.00. We offer special tuition discounts that you could be eligible to received. Please contact a recruitment team member to determine your eligibility.
Earning your bachelor’s degree is within reach! We offer tuition discounts to those who qualify. When you submit your FAFSA, you also may be eligible for state or federal grants (meaning you don’t repay) and loans (meaning you will repay) to help finance your degree. You should also ask your employer if they offer any tuition assistance. Barry has a dedicated VA liaison for active military and veterans to maximize their benefits as well. Finally, we also offer payment plans through our Cashier Business Office.
We offer six terms a year so you can start when it is convenient for you! Please review our academic calendar for specific start dates.
We offer six 7-week terms as follows: Fall A, Fall B, Spring A, Spring B, Summer I, Summer II.
A bachelor’s degree is 120 credits. You can transfer in up to 90 credits from prior learning experience to help maximize your time and money to earn your Barry degree.
Yes; however, from regionally accredited schools only (64 from an associate degree or equivalent). Schedule a free transfer credit evaluation. You can do this before even applying to understand how your previous coursework with transfer to Barry.
You can earn (up to) 30 credits from your professional and community service experience. Consider the Portfolio program.
You can contact your recruiter directly to set up a virtual one-on-one meeting at an arranged time. During these meetings recruiters can answer your unique questions and discuss next steps.
No, there is no application fee.
Start your application through your myBarry portal. Submit transcripts and your resume as well. More information.
Investing in a degree could yield $500,000 over a 20-year period. One study showed that a college graduate will earn a median $1 million more during the course of their lifetime compared to a high school graduate, or even $2.3 million more with a law, business, or other professional degree. Other estimates have shown the financial return of an associate’s or bachelor’s degree to be 15 percent. For adults continuing their education, the financial returns from a higher education are clear.
Serving in the military before going to a university gives you a leg up in the maturity department and great prior learning experience. Those extra years and life experience can better prepare you to handle the demands of your education. Although the stress you faced during your years of service is much different from what you’ll encounter at school, your military service has prepared you to solve complex problems, think critically, and perform under pressure. You may be able to receive general education credits for your military experience. Be sure to speak with an admissions counselor about whether you are eligible and how to get credit for your service.
Yes, Barry University is regionally accredited through SACS.

Fall A 2021

August 23 – October 9, 2021 7 Week Term
March 24	Registration Opens (8:30 a.m. EST)
August 9	Admission Application Deadline
August 16	Document Deadline
August 16	Last Day to Register
August 18	Tuition Payment Due
August 22	Registration Drop Deadline with 100% refund (Courses do not appear on transcript)
August 23	First Day of Class
August 23 - 25	Students who drop individual courses during this period will be charged 20% and receive a “W” grade
September 24	Last day to Withdraw from classes with a grade of “W”.
October 1	Last day to submit coursework to instructor to redeem “I” grades for Summer II 7-week term
October 9	Last Day of Class

August 23 – October 9, 2021 7 Week Term March 24	Registration Opens (8:30 a.m. EST)
August 23 – October 9, 2021 7 Week Term August 9	Admission Application Deadline
August 23 – October 9, 2021 7 Week Term August 16	Document Deadline
August 23 – October 9, 2021 7 Week Term August 16	Last Day to Register
August 23 – October 9, 2021 7 Week Term August 18	Tuition Payment Due
August 23 – October 9, 2021 7 Week Term August 22	Registration Drop Deadline with 100% refund (Courses do not appear on transcript)
August 23 – October 9, 2021 7 Week Term August 23	First Day of Class
August 23 – October 9, 2021 7 Week Term August 23 - 25	Students who drop individual courses during this period will be charged 20% and receive a “W” grade
August 23 – October 9, 2021 7 Week Term September 24	Last day to Withdraw from classes with a grade of “W”.
August 23 – October 9, 2021 7 Week Term October 1	Last day to submit coursework to instructor to redeem “I” grades for Summer II 7-week term
August 23 – October 9, 2021 7 Week Term October 9	Last Day of Class

Fall B 2021

October 18 – December 4, 2021 7 Week Term
March 24	Registration Opens (8:30 a.m. EST)
October 4	Admission Application Deadline
October 11	Document Deadline
October 11	Last Day to Register
October 13	Tuition Payment Due
October 17	Registration Drop Deadline with 100% refund (Courses do not appear on transcript)
October 18	First Day of Class
October 18 - 20	Students who drop individual courses during this period will be charged 20% and receive a “W” grade
November 19	Last day to Withdraw from classes with a grade of “W”.
November 26	Last day to submit coursework to instructor to redeem “I” grades for Fall A 7-week term
December 4	Last Day of Class
May 2022- Date TBA	Commencement

October 18 – December 4, 2021 7 Week Term March 24	Registration Opens (8:30 a.m. EST)
October 18 – December 4, 2021 7 Week Term October 4	Admission Application Deadline
October 18 – December 4, 2021 7 Week Term October 11	Document Deadline
October 18 – December 4, 2021 7 Week Term October 11	Last Day to Register
October 18 – December 4, 2021 7 Week Term October 13	Tuition Payment Due
October 18 – December 4, 2021 7 Week Term October 17	Registration Drop Deadline with 100% refund (Courses do not appear on transcript)
October 18 – December 4, 2021 7 Week Term October 18	First Day of Class
October 18 – December 4, 2021 7 Week Term October 18 - 20	Students who drop individual courses during this period will be charged 20% and receive a “W” grade
October 18 – December 4, 2021 7 Week Term November 19	Last day to Withdraw from classes with a grade of “W”.
October 18 – December 4, 2021 7 Week Term November 26	Last day to submit coursework to instructor to redeem “I” grades for Fall A 7-week term
October 18 – December 4, 2021 7 Week Term December 4	Last Day of Class
October 18 – December 4, 2021 7 Week Term May 2022- Date TBA	Commencement

Graduate Programs

When you choose to earn your master's through a Barry University Extended Learning program, you’re taking the first steps toward expanding your career and earnings potential. Each of our Administration programs is offered both on site and online, allowing you to pursue your graduate work around your personal and professional commitments.

Across private, public, and nonprofit sectors, a graduate degree in Administration helps you become a stronger leader with the critical, strategic, and ethical knowledge to effectively serve your organization and community.

Fall A 2021

August 23 – October 9, 2021 7 Week Term
March 24	Registration Opens (8:30 a.m. EST)
August 9	Admission Application Deadline
August 16	Document Deadline
August 16	Last Day to Register
August 18	Tuition Payment Due
August 22	Registration Drop Deadline with 100% refund (Courses do not appear on transcript)
August 23	First Day of Class
August 23 - 25	Students who drop individual courses during this period will be charged 20% and receive a “W” grade
September 24	Last day to Withdraw from classes with a grade of “W”.
October 1	Last day to submit coursework to instructor to redeem “I” grades for Summer II 7-week term
October 9	Last Day of Class

August 23 – October 9, 2021 7 Week Term March 24	Registration Opens (8:30 a.m. EST)
August 23 – October 9, 2021 7 Week Term August 9	Admission Application Deadline
August 23 – October 9, 2021 7 Week Term August 16	Document Deadline
August 23 – October 9, 2021 7 Week Term August 16	Last Day to Register
August 23 – October 9, 2021 7 Week Term August 18	Tuition Payment Due
August 23 – October 9, 2021 7 Week Term August 22	Registration Drop Deadline with 100% refund (Courses do not appear on transcript)
August 23 – October 9, 2021 7 Week Term August 23	First Day of Class
August 23 – October 9, 2021 7 Week Term August 23 - 25	Students who drop individual courses during this period will be charged 20% and receive a “W” grade
August 23 – October 9, 2021 7 Week Term September 24	Last day to Withdraw from classes with a grade of “W”.
August 23 – October 9, 2021 7 Week Term October 1	Last day to submit coursework to instructor to redeem “I” grades for Summer II 7-week term
August 23 – October 9, 2021 7 Week Term October 9	Last Day of Class

Fall B 2021

October 18 – December 4, 2021 7 Week Term
March 24	Registration Opens (8:30 a.m. EST)
October 4	Admission Application Deadline
October 11	Document Deadline
October 11	Last Day to Register
October 13	Tuition Payment Due
October 17	Registration Drop Deadline with 100% refund (Courses do not appear on transcript)
October 18	First Day of Class
October 18 - 20	Students who drop individual courses during this period will be charged 20% and receive a “W” grade
November 19	Last day to Withdraw from classes with a grade of “W”.
November 26	Last day to submit coursework to instructor to redeem “I” grades for Fall A 7-week term
December 4	Last Day of Class
May 2022- Date TBA	Commencement

October 18 – December 4, 2021 7 Week Term March 24	Registration Opens (8:30 a.m. EST)
October 18 – December 4, 2021 7 Week Term October 4	Admission Application Deadline
October 18 – December 4, 2021 7 Week Term October 11	Document Deadline
October 18 – December 4, 2021 7 Week Term October 11	Last Day to Register
October 18 – December 4, 2021 7 Week Term October 13	Tuition Payment Due
October 18 – December 4, 2021 7 Week Term October 17	Registration Drop Deadline with 100% refund (Courses do not appear on transcript)
October 18 – December 4, 2021 7 Week Term October 18	First Day of Class
October 18 – December 4, 2021 7 Week Term October 18 - 20	Students who drop individual courses during this period will be charged 20% and receive a “W” grade
October 18 – December 4, 2021 7 Week Term November 19	Last day to Withdraw from classes with a grade of “W”.
October 18 – December 4, 2021 7 Week Term November 26	Last day to submit coursework to instructor to redeem “I” grades for Fall A 7-week term
October 18 – December 4, 2021 7 Week Term December 4	Last Day of Class
October 18 – December 4, 2021 7 Week Term May 2022- Date TBA	Commencement