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General Studies
Bachelor’s
Pursue your passions and discover your calling with a General Studies degree at NGU.
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The Bachelor of General Studies is available both online and on our Tigerville Campus.
Flexible
Freedom to Choose.
Through electives in Humanities and Social Sciences, Communication and Fine Arts, and Math and Science, among others, you will enjoy the flexibility to design a pathway that matches your goals and interests.
A personalized degree built to be flexible with your needs.
Why Choose GENERAL STUDIES?
Gain knowledge across a variety of subjects through a General Studies degree. Whether you know your career path or are still undecided, General Studies will help you determine what you’re passionate about.
- Practical Application: Courses offer practical learning experiences. Whether on campus or online, you will gain both knowledge and skills in a variety of subjects.
- Junior Seminar: During your junior year, you will gain career preparation through junior seminar. This seminar provides insight into career possibilities and equips you with tools needed for future success.
- Senior Research Project: Students will research a real-world problem associated with their minor area of interest in the Senior Capstone course. Through this research, students develop problem-solving skills and propose actual solutions. This allows you to have a hands-on opportunity to walk through researching and writing about a topic in your field of interest.
Program Overview
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Why NGU?
At North Greenville University, you will grow academically and spiritually to become the transformational leader God has uniquely called you to be. All courses are taught from a Christ-centered perspective, integrating faith and learning. Wherever you are, NGU is here to help you reach your academic and professional goals.
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Purpose
The purpose of the General Studies program is to equip students with the knowledge and skills they need to be successful in the career path they choose.
Everything you need to know in five minutes.
Have credits you never put toward a degree? Earn your degree faster at North Greenville University with our General Studies Program – using the credits you already have!
You have put in the work. You have earned college credits. But you put your degree on hold. Now is the time to turn those credits into a degree at North Greenville University! Whether you are looking to finish what you started or accelerate toward your goals, NGU will help you create a pathway that fits your needs.
Individuals with a considerable number of earned credits not in a specific program should consider NGU’s Bachelor of General Studies degree. This program provides students with both broad knowledge and a focused, more individualized plan of study.
- Offered online and on-site.
- Choose either one or two minor areas of study (not all minors are offered in an online format).
- Choose from five separate start dates each year.
Note: Last 30 of your 36 credit hours must be earned at NGU for this degree.
Sample Courses
Have Questions about the General Studies Program?
Patricia Jeannette Mercier, DMin
Department Chair, Interdisciplinary and General Studies
864.663.0272
patricia.mercier@ngu.edu
