General Studies, B.G.S.

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This degree is designed by the student and advisor and integrates coursework from across the curriculum. It is designed for the student who desires a liberal arts and sciences bachelor’s degree from Columbia College but for whom there is not an appropriate major. Students may build the Bachelor of General Studies degree around minors.

General Education Requirements (42-44 sem. hrs)

For a complete list of general education courses click here . For additional information on general education requirements click here

Ethics Course Requirement (3 sem. hrs)

PHIL 330 - Ethics 3 hours
or

Ethics course specific to the minor being pursued. (3 hours)

General Education Core (27 sem. hrs.)

One course from each of the General Education Core Areas.

Electives (76-78 sem. hrs)

Total: 120 (sem. hrs)

The total reflects the minimum number of hours to obtain a bachelor’s degree. Some courses listed above may fulfill more than one requirement block. Please speak to your academic advisor to plan your specific degree path.