The Liberal Studies program offers students an opportunity to explore major social, cultural, economic, environmental, and political issues through the lenses of scientific inquiry, ethical consciousness, historical contexts, and aesthetic awareness. It is an interdisciplinary concentration that includes complementary fields of study from the four divisions of the college. The program is designed for students who wish to pursue careers that utilize a broad liberal arts background, including government, public relations, journalism, criminal justice, small business management, non-profit service, and marketing. To complete the major, students must choose three focus areas from the 12 majors offered by the college, which will require a total of 66 hours of required/elective course hours.
LIBERAL STUDIES DEGREE PLAN | ||
AREA, COURSE CODE AND NUMBER | COURSE NAME | CREDIT HOURS |
General Core Requirements | 44 | |
Institutional Requirements | 15 | |
Primary Area of Concentration | 3000 and 4000 Levels | 21 |
Secondary Area of Concentration | 18 | |
Third Area of Concentration | 18 | |
Electives (Free) | 3000 and 4000 Levels | 9 |
TOTAL | 125 | |
