Academics · School of Arts & Humanities

Bachelor of Arts

General Studies

Design a broad, interdisciplinary degree across multiple departments, built around your goals.

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  • DegreeB.A. in General Studies
  • Credit hours120
  • CapstoneTwo-semester senior seminar
  • FormatOn campus
About the Program

Your interests. Your degree.

The Bachelor of Arts in General Studies is a flexible, interdisciplinary degree. You choose coursework across multiple departments to build a well-rounded foundation.

  • Explore widelyTake courses across many departments.
  • Build your pathShape your degree around your academic and career goals.
  • Go deeperAt least 12 hours of 400-level coursework.
  • Bring it togetherA two-semester senior seminar capstone.
What You’ll Study

Your courses at a glance.

The major

Built for students with wide-ranging goals.

Allen’s general education core plus courses you choose, finishing with a two-semester senior seminar.

  • Senior Seminar I
  • Senior Seminar II
  • Courses across departments
  • 12+ hours of 400-level work
  • Allen’s general education core
See degree requirements
  • GST 491 Senior Seminar I
  • GST 492 Senior Seminar II
  • Allen’s general education core
  • Courses chosen across multiple departments
  • At least 12 hours of 400-level coursework
  • 120 total credit hours

Full requirements are in the Academic Catalog.

Hands-On Learning

Learn it by doing it.

  • Senior yearSenior seminarTwo semesters integrating everything you’ve learned.
  • ThroughoutInterdisciplinary studyCombine fields that fit your goals.
  • Upper level400-level workAt least 12 hours of advanced courses.
  • FlexibleGreat for returnersA strong fit for transfer and adult students.
Where It Can Lead

Careers General Studies majors pursue.

A broad degree opens many doors. Explore a few, with pay and job outlook from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Career information comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook. Some careers require graduate or professional degrees, certification, or licensure.

Faculty & Contact

Questions about General Studies?

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