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ONLINE LIBERAL ARTS AND HUMANITIES DEGREES IN GENERAL STUDIES

General studies degree programs offer courses in a wide range of subjects like science, social sciences and humanities. Accredited universities and colleges offer online associate and bachelor degree programs in general studies and multidisciplinary studies.

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Online General Studies Degree Programs

A general studies, or interdisciplinary studies, degree is perfect for students who want a broad, classic education, typically without a major, or concentration of study. General studies degrees include a balanced curriculum, with coursework in the humanities (such as English and comparative literature), social sciences (such as psychology, history and sociology), natural sciences (such as biology, chemistry and physics), and mathematics. For a person seeking a well-rounded education, a general (interdisciplinary) studies degree might be the right solution.

Some programs allow a degree of flexibility within their program, allowing a student to choose the course of his or her degree program, but without the declaration of a major. The competencies developed in a classical education, including critical thinking, analysis, written and oral communication, and technical skills, are those in demand in the working world today.

Many online programs, mindful of the fact that adult students have to juggle career and family obligations along with their studies, offer flexible programs that can accelerate or space out courses, depending on the individual student's needs. It's best to speak with a school program officer to see what options exist.

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Kaplan University

A.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies

Kaplan University is accredited by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

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CTU Online

Associate of Science in General Studies

Colorado Tech Online is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Institutions of Higher Learning.

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Ellis College

BS - Interdisciplinary Studies: English
BS - Interdisciplinary Studies: Humanities
BS - Interdisciplinary Studies: Social Sciences
BS - Interdisciplinary Studies: Telecom. Management

Ellis College of New York Institute of Technology is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

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University of Phoenix

AA in General Studies

Courses and degree programs at University of Phoenix Online are available entirely online. The University of Phoenix Online is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.

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Grantham University - Online

AS/BS, General Studies
AS/BS, Interdisciplinary Studies

Grantham University is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council.

Learn more about programs at Grantham University - Online.

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Herkimer County Community College
Herkimer County Community College Internet Academy offers the following online undergraduate degree program:

Liberal Arts & Sciences General Studies (A.A.)

Herkimer County Community College is accredited by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools.

Illinois Virtual Campus
The Illinois Virtual Campus is a directory of distance courses, certificate and degree programs offered by Illinois colleges and universities. Available degrees in general studies include:

Associate in General Studies

Participating institutions are accredited by the North Central Association.

Colorado Community Colleges Online
Through CCCOnline, you can earn fully accredited Associate of Arts degrees in various disciplines. An Associate of Arts degree provides a learning foundation in communications, social science, arts or humanities. Some students work toward the Associate of Arts degree for purposes of personal enrichment. Many others plan to transfer to four-year colleges and universities to continue their work toward baccalaureate degrees and pre-professional training in such fields as law, education, the arts and social sciences. Accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Indiana University
Indiana University School of Continuing Studies offers the following online undergraduate degrees in general studies:

Associate of Arts in General Studies
Bachelor of General Studies

As a general studies student, you pursue an interdisciplinary plan of study that encompasses three areas of learning: arts and humanities; social and behavioral sciences; and mathematics and natural sciences. You complete required course work in these areas. In addition, you complete electives that suit your individual needs, and you may concentrate your course work in specialized fields. Accredited by the North Central Association Commission.

North Iowa Area Community College
North Iowa Area Community College offers an online Associate of Arts Degree and includes courses in communications, humanities and social sciences. Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Online College of Oklahoma
Western Oklahoma State College offers an Associate in Arts in General Studies through distance education. Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Tennessee Board of Regents
Tennessee Board of Regents' colleges, universities, and technology centers joined to offer the Regents Online Degree Programs (RODP). Online undergraduate degrees in general studies include:

Associate of Arts in General Studies (University Parallel)
Associate of Science in General Studies (University Parallel)
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies (General Studies/Liberal Studies/University Studies)

All the institutions are fully accredited. All thirteen two-year colleges deliver and award the noted associate degrees.

Kaplan University

A.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies

CTU Online

Associate of Science in General Studies

Ellis College

BS - Interdisciplinary Studies: English
BS - Interdisciplinary Studies: Humanities
BS - Interdisciplinary Studies: Social Sciences
BS - Interdisciplinary Studies: Telecom. Management

University of Phoenix

AA in General Studies

Grantham University - Online

AS/BS, General Studies
AS/BS, Interdisciplinary Studies

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