Associate of Arts in General Studies

University of South Dakota - Vermillion Campus

USA,South Dakota

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 12,942/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 20

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USA, South Dakota

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1862

Total Students: 9,464 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

414 E Clark St, Vermillion, SD 57069, United States

Associate of Arts in General Studies

Program Overview

As a student in the general studies degree program, you will explore a broad range of courses that will prepare you to pursue a bachelor's degree in the future or to complete a four-year undergraduate degree that you have already started. A 60-credit associate of art degree in general studies meets general education requirements for a baccalaureate degree at any South Dakota public university and can be completed in-person or online. Students who already have 60 credits of undergraduate work and wish to complete their bachelor's degree in general studies must complete a separate application process. This completion degree is especially well-suited for a student who is returning to college after starting, but not finishing, a four-year undergraduate degree.

General Studies

This program advances participants’ general knowledge beyond high school and meets general education requirements for a baccalaureate degree at any South Dakota public university. Students will also complete 36 credit hours in elective courses. Students intending to seek a bachelor’s degree after earning an associate degree are encouraged to choose electives that will fulfill bachelor’s degree, major, and/or minor requirements.