New Degree Programs at Delta State

New Degrees Built to Work

Delta State’s new degrees are built to work — for your goals, your schedule, and your future. Available online and in-person, each program connects what you learn to what you’ll do, turning your passion into a life’s purpose. Whether you’re creating, caring, leading, or building, these degrees are made to move you forward.

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) in Arts Entrepreneurship

The Arts Entrepreneurship program at Delta State University is an innovative, interdisciplinary program that seamlessly blends the arts with business. Tailored for creative students, it combines artistic talent with essential skills in business, psychology, and marketing. Students learn to harness strategic thinking to fuel their creative endeavors, whether launching a business, crafting marketing campaigns, or leading teams.

Bachelor of Arts in Digital Media

This interdisciplinary program is designed to meet the evolving demands of today’s digital landscape by combining visual, audio, and written media in digital formats. Students gain a comprehensive education that prepares them for various professional paths, including video production, social media content creation, web development, and more.

Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education

This program is designed for students pursuing careers in secondary or K-12 education. Students can specialize in areas such as Biology, English, Mathematics, or Social Studies for secondary education or Physical Education, Vocal Music, or Instrumental Music for K-12 Education.

Bachelor of Arts in Humanities and Social Sciences

This interdisciplinary degree program allows students to explore a wide array of interests. Students in the program design a path of study by selecting two of the following concentrations: African American Studies, English, History, or Sociology. Each concentration offers room for elective courses, enabling students to tailor their studies both within and outside the main disciplines.

Business Agriculture (concentration) in the Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Administration

The Business Agriculture concentration integrates biological and agricultural sciences with business analytics and management principles to prepare graduates for leadership roles in modern agricultural enterprises, sustainable production systems, and the broader agribusiness ecosystem.

Designed for students with a technical or career-focused associate degree, this 120-hour program builds the skills, confidence, and credentials to lead in today’s evolving industries.

Entrepreneurship (concentration) in the Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Administration

The Business Agriculture concentration prepares students to gain the entrepreneurial mindset needed to identify opportunities, design business models, manage human and financial resources, and lead sustainable enterprises in both traditional and emerging markets.

Designed for students with a technical or career-focused associate degree, this 120-hour program builds the skills, confidence, and credentials to lead in today’s evolving industries.

Higher Education (concentration) in the Master of Education in Educational Administration and Supervision

This fully-online, 30-credit-hour program is designed for professionals aspiring to advance into leadership roles in education. The degree program can be completed in as little as one year and provides advanced knowledge and practical experiences to prepare graduates for administrative and supervisory positions in educational settings.