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Online General Studies Degree

Westminster College's online Bachelor of General Studies broadens your horizons, offering a dynamic and multidisciplinary education. This program isn't just about textbooks; it's about understanding how real-world experiences shape various fields of study.

The curriculum combines a strong core foundation with the flexibility to choose a minor that ignites your passions. Whether you're drawn to communication, leadership, or another area, you'll tailor your degree to your interests and career goals.

Westminster's General Studies program equips you with a diverse skillset, making you a highly marketable candidate across various industries. You'll hone your communication abilities, develop strong leadership qualities, and gain valuable management skills – all essential for success in today's dynamic job market.

This versatile degree empowers you to pursue a wide range of careers requiring a bachelor's degree, opening doors that may have previously seemed out of reach. With a Westminster General Studies degree, you'll be well-equipped to launch a fulfilling career or seamlessly transition into graduate studies.

The program encompasses core coursework, and your choice of a minor in various areas of study.

Enrolling now! Classes start in August and January.

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Quick Facts

Degree: Bachelor of Arts

Major: General Studies

Hours to graduate: 122

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What Can You Do With an Online General Studies Degree?

Career Outlook

The general studies program prepares graduates for a wide variety of career options. Students will obtain a diverse set of skills in leadership, communication, and management that make them marketable to employers in various industries.

The general studies program is ideal for individuals in their chosen career who require a bachelor's degree to continue on their career track.

Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts in General Studies program are equipped with interdisciplinary knowledge for careers in these industries: 

Program Objectives

Graduates of this program will have successfully demonstrated their ability to:

  • Articulate and apply knowledge and skills from a multifaceted course of study to a chosen career
  • Apply reason and principle to critically analyze information, solve problems, and advance solutions
  • Communicate effectively in personal and professional environments utilizing awareness of cultural differences, personality styles, verbal and nonverbal cues
  • Demonstrate a working knowledge of technology hardware and software, and information systems
  • Apply basic statistical concepts and tools to correctly interpret the results of statistical analyses

Choices in the Major
COURSE TITLE
Diversity in Education
Business and Professional Communication
Diversity and Ethics in Leadership
Great Leaders
International and Cross-Cultural Psychology
Cross-cultural Management
Human Resource Management
Meaning of Life
Stereotyping, Prejudice, and Group Conflict
Religion and Violence

Why Choose Westminster Online


  • Accelerated, 7-week terms to finish faster
  • 24/7 online accessibility - attend class when and where it's convenient
  • Small class size with supportive faculty
  • Financial aid available
  • VA and military benefits accepted
  • Generous transfer credit policy

More about Westminster Online

Get the credit you deserve

Westminster College is committed to saving you time and money by awarding you credit for what you already know. Your prior learning experience can award you credits that let you complete your Westminster College online degree faster and with less debt.

We will evaluate college transfer credit, professional certifications, military courses and training, and examinations for possible credit toward your Westminster degree.

CREDIT PREDICTOR     TYPES OF TRANSFER CREDIT

How to Apply - Step by Step guide


  1. Initiate the Application Process: Locate and click on the Apply button and follow the steps for first time users.
  2. Register Your Account: You’ll need to register an account. During registration, you’ll be asked for your name, email, and birth date.
  3. Start a New Application: Once your account is set up, start a new application. You’ll need to select Westminster Online Application from the dropdown menu.
  4. Fill Out the Application: In the application form, you’ll be asked to enter your personal information. You’ll also need to select the degree you’re applying for and your preferred start date.
  5. Provide Your Educational History: Next, you’ll need to provide information about your previous schools. This includes any high schools or colleges you’ve attended. You’ll also need to upload transcripts and any relevant test scores.
  6. Submit Your Application: After you’ve filled out all the necessary information, you can submit your application. Congratulations, you’ve applied!


Remember, each step is important, so take your time and make sure all the information you provide is accurate. Good luck with your application!

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FAQs

Westminster College offers some amazing majors in disciplines from Biology to Global & Transnational Studies.  Some students know exactly what they want to study and want to a focus on a major that can train them for their dream job.  Other students either have not fully decided what they want to do after college or have so many interests that they do not want to be limited to just one field of study.  If you are one of these students, a General Studies Major is perfect for you.  It affords you the opportunity to study multiple disciplines and cultivate your many interests.  Moreover, you are acquiring essential skills that you can apply to many different jobs. 
The General Studies Major certainly provides a more flexible course of study than our more traditional majors.  You will be able to choose from a large array of classes.  Although being able to take the classes you want is the heart of the General Studies major, we also believe that your educational path needs some focus and direction. That is why students majoring in General Studies are required to have at least one minor (although more are possible) and are prohibited from taking more than twenty-seven hours in one discipline. This allows you a more balanced path that combines flexibility with focus. 
You bet!!  All Westminster students work with one of our amazing professional advisors until they declare their major.  When you declare your major in General Studies you get to work with a designated General Studies advisor that can help you chart your flexible path to degree completion.  This advisor will help you select classes, find exciting internships opportunities, and plan for your career! 
A General Studies major allows you to build a broad knowledge base across many different disciplines.  Moreover, you will accumulate many essential communication, critical thinking, and technological skills for the workplace. This gives you the unique ability and marketability to find employment in a variety of organizations and industries.