Design Your Liberal Studies Journey
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Imagine a Degree That Fits You
The Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies is a flexible, interdisciplinary program designed for returning adult learners and working professionals seeking to complete a first or second undergraduate degree.
Students work with an academic advisor to create a personalized plan of study aligned with their academic interests, career goals, and schedule while building strong critical thinking, communication, and analytical skills.
Build Your Academic Path
Customize your studies across multiple academic disciplines and areas of interest while developing a theme-based plan of study with academic advising support.
Program Highlights
Customize your BA across multiple academic disciplines and areas of interest.
Complete your degree in as few as 2–4 years, depending on prior credits.
Take advantage of flexible course options, including select online classes.
Learn from faculty across the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and professional studies.
Build a strong foundation for careers across a wide range of industries or for graduate study.
Develop a theme-based plan of study with academic advising support.
Curriculum
Build an interdisciplinary course of study that reflects your academic interests, professional goals, and prior experience.
Learn how courses are combined across disciplines to shape your academic path.
What You Can Do With This Degree
A degree in liberal studies provides a strong academic foundation and adaptable skill set valued across industries. Students develop abilities in communication, critical thinking, leadership, creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration that can support success in many professional environments.
Legislative Assistant
Research policy, prepare reports and correspondence, and support legislative operations and communications.
Communications Associate
Develop messaging, coordinate public relations efforts, and support organizational communications strategies.
Project Manager
Plan, coordinate, and oversee projects while managing timelines, budgets, and team objectives.
Web Developer
Design, build, and maintain websites and digital applications that support organizational goals.
Urban Planner
Help develop land use plans and community initiatives that promote sustainable growth and development.
Department Manager
Lead teams, oversee daily operations, and support organizational performance and strategic goals.
Admissions & Financial Aid
Admission requirements for the Liberal Studies BA major are the same as those for admission to the College of General Studies. Students are admitted as undeclared with Liberal Studies as their intended major and must have their proposal approved before declaring the major.
ROLLING ADMISSION
Entry terms: Fall, Spring, and Summer
CGS ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Meet the standard admission requirements for the College of General Studies
LIBERAL STUDIES PROPOSAL
Submit a plan of study for approval before declaring the Liberal Studies major
Transfer & Advanced Standing Credits
- Up to 60 credits from a two-year institution or up to 90 credits from a four-year institution, or a combination of both, with a minimum grade of C.
- Advanced standing credits may be provided through CLEP, AP, ROTC, placement assessments, and departmental exams.
Plan Your Liberal Studies Degree
Students work with an academic advisor to develop a theme-based plan of study aligned with their academic interests, professional goals, and prior experience. The proposal must be approved before the Liberal Studies major can be declared.
Financial Aid
Financial aid may be available to eligible students. Explore financial aid options and resources to help plan for the cost of your education.
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Whether you're exploring your options or ready to plan your next step, CGS can help you understand your admission options and create a degree path that builds on your previous education and professional experience.