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Program:
General Studies

Degree Awarded:
Associate of Science in General Studies

Length of Program:
4-10 semesters

Application Deadlines:
Rolling Admissions


Degree Overview

Our Associate of Science in General Studies program consists of General Education that provide students with a strong foundation in the sciences and health care studies. The curriculum also provides the opportunity to choose electives from a variety of health science disciplines so that your degree plan can be tailored to meet your educational and professional goals.

Following completion of your Associate’s degree, students are encouraged to apply to one of the eight other health care programs at ºÚÁϳԹÏ. All applicable credit will be transferred to allow you to complete your degree in a timely manner and begin your professional career.


Advanced Standing Credit

ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï applicants and current students may inquire about the possibility of receiving credit for previous life and/or work experience(s) per . Please reach out to an academic advisor or your program director if you have questions.

How we prepare
the best

  • Take courses that allow you to explore the multiple health care program options ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï offers.
  • Choose elective courses that will need your needs and prepare you for your chosen career path.
  • Transfer credit from your Associate’s degree to one of our other program options.
  • Complete courses online and on campus with flexible part- or full-time options.
  • Enroll during the fall, spring or summer semesters.

Required Courses for Associate of Science in General Studies

General Courses

(51 Semester Hours)

Courses Semester Hours
0
1
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
Electives 18


GEN 251 is a variable credit course.  A.S. in General Studies students will take the course as a 3 credit course.

Core Courses

(9 semester hours)

Courses Semester Hours
3
3
3
Electives 18
Total Semester Hours 27

Tuition and Fees

ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï offers competitive tuition rates, along with several ways to help manage the cost of your education. Tuition rates per credit hour are posted here.

There are two components to your student account: tuition and fees. Refer to Student Accounts for information regarding tuition, fees, and out of pocket expenses sorted by program.

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2026-27 Tuition

Item Cost
Undergraduate Tuition $691 / credit-hour
Fees
Enrollment Fee for first time students $150 / each
Program Fee $200 / semester
Technology Fee $350 / semester

For a complete breakdown of costs and situational expenses, view .