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Organizational chart for the College of Applied and Collaborative Studies (CACS). At the top is a green icon of a school building connected to a box labeled “CACS.” Three boxes branch below it: College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences – offers the Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (B.A.A.S.) and the Applied Heritage Management undergraduate minor. G. Brint Ryan College of Business – offers Project Design and Analysis, Applied Project Design and Analysis, Industrial Distribution, and the Enology and Brewing undergraduate minor. College of Information – offers the Interdisciplinary Studies Master of Arts/Master of Science.

CACS Programs Transition

Effective Fall 2026
As part of UNT’s continued growth and collaboration across disciplines, CACS programs will transition to their new academic homes within the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, the G. Brint Ryan College of Business, and the College of Information. This change reflects our shared commitment to advancing student success, innovation, and multidisciplinary learning at UNT Frisco and beyond.
At the College of Applied & Collaborative Studies (CACS), with flexible program options, personalized support, your college experience is designed to prepare you to engage with a rapidly changing environment through partnership and innovation opportunities.
CACS Philosophy
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Shape Your Future at CACS

Take the leap toward your future!
Apply today or connect with an advisor to find the program that’s right for you.

 

 

Illustration of students learning with charts and laptops, representing UNT College of Applied and Collaborative Studies. Key highlights: 2-year Bachelor of Science degree, transfer-friendly, located at UNT Frisco campus, and one internship required.

Project Design & Analysis

A 3-year cohort degree at UNT Frisco focused on real-world projects, design thinking, analytics, and project management. Students complete three required internships, a portfolio, and a capstone.

Interested in continuing your education after PDA?
Ask us about continuing your education with our 11-month MBA pathway option!

 

 

 

Illustration representing the UNT College of Applied and Collaborative Studies with a person working at a computer and a light bulb symbolizing ideas. Key program highlights include: customizable degree plan, up to 90 credit hours transferable, options for online, hybrid, and on-campus learning, and designed for transfer and returning students.

Applied Art & Sciences

Flexible bachelor’s degree for transfer and returning students that accepts prior credits and military training. It offers hybrid or fully online options, and prepares students with core courses, career-focused skills, and optional internships.

 

 

 

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Applied Project Design & Analysis

2-year transfer-friendly degree at UNT Frisco focused on project management, design thinking, and analytics, with real-world projects, an internship, aportfolio, and a capstone to prepare students for careers.

 

 

 

Illustration representing the UNT College of Applied and Collaborative Studies with a robot labeled UNT and a student using a tablet. The image highlights program features: multidisciplinary curriculum blending business, design, technology, and supply; industry-sponsored projects; UNT at Frisco campus; and one internship required.

Industrial Distribution

A multidisciplinary bachelor’s degree preparing students for careers in supply chain, manufacturing, and high-tech industries. It combines business, engineering, and design with project-based learning and a required internship.

 

 

 

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Enology & Brewing

A multidisciplinary field in wine and beer production, blending viticulture, fermentation, marketing, and business. Through project-based learning and an internship, with options for a certificate, minor, or BAAS concentration.

 

 

 

Applied Heritage Management

A multidisciplinary certificate in cultural heritage, combining archaeology, history, art, anthropology, and more. Students collaborate with communities and organizations to gaining skills for careers in museums, tourism, and heritage management.

 

 

Shape Your Future at CACS

Take the leap toward your future! Apply today or connect with an advisor to find the program that’s right for you.

 

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