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General Studies Online Degree Programs

The field of general studies is normally a major chosen by individuals who want the freedom to explore potential areas of interest for further education, before deciding on a specialized area of expertise. It is a wonderful opportunity for students to gain a well-rounded education. General Studies programs prepare associate's degree holders for careers in adult education, training, business administration, human services, and industrial technology, or fulfill the core requirements students must complete before moving onto more career specific fields of study that leads to upper level degrees, and career specific goals.

Current studies suggest a direct correlation between socioeconomic status of students who enter college, go directly into a specified career field, and students who enter as general studies majors, and take time to experiment within the curriculum to find the proper niche for them. Students, who begin as general studies majors, tend to stay in school, achieve higher degrees, and eventually gain high career related successes.

Online Associate's Programs

Associate of Arts in General Studies from University of Phoenix Online

The objectives of this program are to: develop critical thinking and communication skills; promote a philosophical framework through which students are enabled to perform as productive…

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AA in General Studies from Liberty University

The AA in general studies is a broad based learning program that allows students to achieve their associate's degree via distance learning at a pace and schedule that suits them.…

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Associate of Arts from National University

The Associate of Arts from National University is a general degree that can be used to further a professional's degree or as a starting point for a more advanced degree program.…

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AA in General Studies from Strayer University

The AA in general studies from Strayer University is the most versatile associate's degree available to students. The program offers a broad-based education in basic studies. Students…

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Online Bachelor's Programs

Bachelor of Applied Science from Regis University

The objective of this general applied science program is to allow students who are transferring from a community college to gain the skills and education needed in their particular…

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