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Three-Year Bachelor’s Degree

Johnson & Wales University Launches First-in-the-Nation Three-Year (90 credit) In-Person Bachelor’s Degree

JWU Providence & JWU Charlotte Campuses now accepting applications

Charlotte Campus Fall

Charlotte, NC, September 9, 2025 — Johnson & Wales University (JWU) today announced the launch of a three-year (90 credit) bachelor’s degree program in Hospitality Management on its Charlotte Campus. With this announcement, JWU becomes the first higher education institution in the Southeast to offer an in-person, three-year bachelor’s degree paired with a full residential experience.

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Gaebe Common in the fall.

Providence, RI, October 22, 2024 — Johnson & Wales University (JWU) today announced the launch of three-year (90-96 credit) bachelor’s degree programs in Computer Science, Criminal Justice, Graphic Design, and Hospitality Management. With this announcement, Johnson & Wales University becomes the first higher education institution in the nation to offer this type of three-year, in-person bachelor’s degree option.

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Learn more about JWU’s newest innovation in delivering a high quality education. Here, you’ll find resources and materials for journalists, including press releases, high-resolution images, and information sheets for each three-year bachelor’s degree program.

Press & Marketing Tool Kit Three-Year Bachelor’s Degree Page

Media Contacts

Matthew Montgomery
Vice President, Marketing & Communications
(O) 401-598-1042, (C) 401-286-4818

Rachel Nunes
Senior Communications & Media Relations Specialist
(O) 401-598-2752, (C) 401-895-7364

Jill Smith
Director of Communications & Media Relations
Charlotte Campus
(O) 980-598-1004, (C) 704-340-3273

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