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LIBERAL ARTS DEGREE PROGRAMS ONLINE

Studies in the liberal arts involve examining topics like sociology, education, humanities and more, developing important analysis, critical thinking and writing skills. Accredited universities and colleges offer online liberal arts degree programs.
   
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Online Degrees in Liberal Arts

A liberal arts education allows students to explore any number of career possibilities. Unlike students in professional or vocational programs, students in liberal arts degree programs receive broad exposure to a variety of areas, while focusing on a few key specialties that lead to an associate's, bachelor's, or master's degree.

Employment prospects are generally strong after graduation, as many employers prefer to hire people with the education in the right skills (critical thinking, writing, and analysis) rather than the right subjects. A candidate with the best academic credentials can easily learn the specific demands of any given job. According to an AT&T survey, students of liberal arts programs rise to middle- and senior-level positions faster than their technically-educated coworkers.

Liberal arts degrees are also an excellent choice for students who want to pursue graduate studies, as universities often prefer candidates with a proven ability to learn and succeed. A liberal arts education offers much more than career-specific training, because it teaches students to understand problems, develop solutions, and lead a balanced and well-rounded life.


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Ashford University
  • BA/Social Science
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  • Organizational Management - Applied Behavioral Science (Human Services)
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  • Organizational Management - History
  • Organizational Management - Liberal Studies
  • Organizational Management - Mathematics
  • Organizational Management - Political Science
  • Organizational Management - Sociology
Ashford University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCACS).

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Kaplan University
  • A.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies
    The objective of the Associate of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies degree program is to prepare students for career advancement in a variety of fields with the knowledge, communication skills, critical thinking, and technical competencies required in the modern workplace. The Associate of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies provides a degree completion program and accommodates both the student whose needs are satisfied by an A.S. degree and the student who may wish to pursue study beyond the associates degree level. While the open concentration area can be a combination of courses from a variety of disciplines, the degree rests solidly on a general-education foundation. Students plan their degree design in accordance with their employment or higher education objectives. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be awarded an associate of science degree.
  • Advanced Start B.S. in Communication
    Building careers for the information age - online. With our advanced start program, students with associate's or bachelor's degrees can earn a BS in Communication in under two years.* You will learn to become an effective creator and conveyer of ideas, concepts, and information, with improved writing and communication skills, and a deeper understanding of social issues and new media. Emphasis areas are offered in technical writing and organizational communications.
    *Please refer to University Catalog for transfer of credit policy.
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    Build careers for the information age - online. The Bachelor of Science in Communication degree can help you become an effective creator and conveyer of ideas, concepts, and information. Your writing and communication skills will be improved, and you will develop a deeper understanding of social issues and new media. Emphasis areas are offered in technical writing and organizational communications.
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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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Colorado Technical University 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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University Alliance
  • AA Liberal Arts
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Baker College Online
  • AS in Accounting - Computer Information Systems
Baker College is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Institutions of Higher Education.

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Atlantic Cape Community College
Atlantic Cape Community College offers the following associate degree programs via online education:
  • Associate in Arts in Liberal Arts

Majority of classes are available via the Internet. Some courses offered through TV courses that students can take by watching televised programming or videotapes. Accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools.

California State University, Chico
California State University, Chico offers the following online liberal arts degree:
  • BA in Liberal Studies

Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

Illinois Virtual Campus
The University of Illinois at Springfield offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Studies through distance education. Accredited by the North Central Association.

New School Online University
New School Online University offers a B.A. in Liberal Arts through distance education. There are no required courses or pre-set curricular tracks which must be followed to pursue a field of study. Accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middles States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools.

Oregon State University
Oregon State University offers a Bachelor of Science or Arts in Liberal Studies through distance education. There are no residency requirements. Accredited by the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges.

Rogers State University
Rogers State University Online offers the following online liberal arts degrees:
  • Associate of Arts degree with emphasis in Liberal Arts
  • Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts

Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

University Wisconsin Colleges Online
University Wisconsin Colleges Online (UW Colleges) offers a liberal arts Associate of Arts and Science degree which is a foundation for most majors in the UW System and is accepted by University of Wisconsin institutions as fulfilling the university-wide, college, school and general education breadth requirements. The degree can be completed by taking all courses online from the UW Colleges. Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

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