PROGRAM ATTRIBUTES

The Bachelor of General Studies degree has three traditional areas of concentration: Arts and Communication, Social Science, and Computer and Natural Science. This program consists of 124 total credit hours which include 18 hours from each concentration area as well as an additional 18 hours taken from one of the three groups.

Prior Learning Assessment, college level learning acquired through life or work experience, is available for the General Studies degree program.

"Fast track" courses are available for this degree program. CALL "fast track" courses are offered in 4 and 8-week sessions which allow the student to focus on one or two courses at a time. The online format provides flexibility and convenience.

EMPLOYMENT OUTLOOK
General studies graduates are employed in many fields including business, education, public administration, public relations, sales, social service, art, computers, law, science, and entrepreneurial endeavors. Some students with degrees in general studies continue in graduate programs in such diverse fields as business, counseling, education, law, medicine, ministry, and social work.

SAMPLE CLASSES
Please see the degree checklist here:
http://liberalarts.nsula.edu/general-studies/degree-checklists/

Students may register for IDS 3000 which is a critical writing course that teaches the student how to organize a narrative which can be used to possibly challenge a course within their degree plan. This course will also count as a 3000-level elective.

OVERVIEW

Recognizing the value of special programs for individuals with unusual backgrounds and abilities, the University has established the General Studies Program leading to a Bachelor of General Studies degree. This program provides flexibility to allow the student's program to adapt to particular interests, backgrounds, time limitations, and ultimate career goals. It is especially appropriate for the mature person who has, as a result of various educational and work experiences, a clear focus and strong commitments to a particular course of study.

For additional information, please use the contact form or visit the Northwestern State University CALL website. 

CONTACT INFO
Dr. Darlene Williams, Vice President, Technology, Research, & Economic Development
Carl Henry III, Coordinator of Adult Education Initiatives
Stephanie M. Henson, Coordinator of Credit Programs
1.800.376.2422
(318)357.6355
ece@nsula.edu

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