Associate Of Science In
General Studies
Program benefits
Qualifications
Curriculum
Tuition & Value
General Studies
About the Program
The Associate of Science in General Studies (GEN) program has a strong founding in liberal arts and sciences and is an excellent way for you to develop a diverse skill set and explore a variety of courses to help determine your healthcare interests. Courses in the General Studies program can be used to complete prerequisites for various healthcare majors or to continue to a bachelor’s degree program.
This program will also benefit numerous health care professionals who have earned a certification in their desired profession and are seeking to add an accredited degree behind their name. Whether you are a Medical Assistant, Community Paramedic, or a Patient Care Assistant, the Associate of Science in General Studies degree is a great option to further your education. Additionally, students can choose to enroll in five Healthcare Administration courses for a HCA concentration.
General Studies
BENEFITS
Build your foundation
By developing a diverse skill set and gaining exposure to a variety of courses.
versatile Credits
Courses can be used to complete prerequisites or transfer to a bachelor’s degree.
Enhance Skills
Learn communication and critical thinking skills, valuable in any career.
highly rewarding and fulfilling degree
Prepares you for jobs in a variety of fields.
General Studies
BENEFITS
Build your foundation
By developing a diverse skill set and gaining exposure to a variety of courses.
versatile Credits
Courses can be used to complete prerequisites or transfer to a bachelor’s degree.
Enhance Skills
Learn communication and critical thinking skills, valuable in any career.
highly rewarding and fulfilling degree
Prepares you for jobs in a variety of fields.
General Studies Program
Program Qualifications
First-Time College Students
- 2.0 or Higher Cumulative High School GPA* or GED
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
Transfer Students
- 2.0 or Higher Cumulative College GPA*
- At least 12 semester hours or 18 quarter hours of completed college coursework.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
*Optional Qualifications
- ACT Composite – 19*
- SAT Combined Total Score – 1010*
*Students who do not meet the minimum qualifications may still apply and be considered for Provisional Admission. Additional materials may be requested such as a personal essay, reference letter, etc.
**Students who do not submit ACT or SAT test scores or do not meet the minimum ACT or SAT test score can still apply and be considered for Provisional Admission.
General Studies
Curriculum
| Fall Semester YR1 | Course Title | Credits | Spring Semester YR1 | Course Title | Credits |
| FYE 102 | Learning Foundations | 2 | BIO 112 | Natural Science | 4 |
| BIO 111* | Natural Science | 4 | ENG 315 | Written & Oral Comm | 3 |
| ENG 101 | Written & Oral Comm | 3 | STAT 201 | Math & Data Analysis | 3 |
| MAT 105 | Math & Data Analysis | 3 | SOC 101 | Social & Behavioral Science | 3 |
| Summer Semester YR 1 | Course Title | Credits | Fall Semester YR 2 | Course Title | Credits |
| CHEM 105 | Natural Science | 4 | BIO 121 | General Elective | 4 |
| COM 102 | Written & Oral Comm | 3 | COM 110 | General Elective | 3 |
| PHI 103 | Arts & Humanities | 3 | PSY 210 | General Elective | 3 |
| PSY 110 | Social & Behavioral Science | 3 | PHI 205 | General Elective | 3 |
| Spring Semester YR 2 | Course Title | Credits | |||
| BIO 180 | General Elective | 3 | |||
| BIO 300 | General Elective | 3 | |||
| COM 315 | General Elective | 3 | |||
| Total | 60 |
General Studies
Program Cost Breakdown*
*Program costs are approximate and subject to change
| Year | Tuition | General Fees | Course Fees |
| First | $20,000 | $930 | $ 210 |
| Second | $15,000 | $720 | $ - |
| TOTALS | $35,000 | $1,650 | $ 210 |
General Studies
FAQS
What can I do with a General Studies degree?
Enrolling in the Associate of Science in General Studies degree program is a great way for healthcare hopefuls to complete prerequisite courses while establishing a solid GPA and building confidence before applying to a more competitive program. The degree equips students with college-level writing and communication skills, critical thinking, and science foundations.
Students with a General Studies degree can enter jobs that value well-roundedness (patient support or healthcare office work, for example) or continue their education by applying the credits to a second degree in nursing, sonography, radiography, etc.
How will a General Studies degree help prepare me for a healthcare career?
The Associate of Science in General Studies degree includes foundational coursework that many healthcare programs require in biology, natural sciences, communication, math, etc. General education credits can count toward prerequisites, making students more competitive for other programs like nursing, sonography, and radiography. Students enrolled in General Studies coursework gain valued skills like written communication, critical thinking, and scientific literacy.
What exactly is the General Studies program?
The General Studies program is an Associate of Science in General Studies, a broad liberal arts degree with curriculum in general science, social science, math, and communication. General Studies courses allow students to complete a degree with a well-rounded set of credits that can be transferred to other healthcare degree programs.