Online Arts Liberal Studies Degree :: Accredited Universities

you have a passion for learning, intellectual curiosity and a desire to explore a subject matter in greater depth, the Master of Liberal Studies (MLS) is a unique, flexible degree program designed to meet your personal and educational goals. With many online courses and concentration areas to choose from, Fort Hays State University makes it easier for you to balance work and personal commitments to achieve your goals. But what does "liberal studies" mean? Liberal studies means providing you the opportunity to systematically explore a wide realm of knowledge and wisdom to help you better understand yourself, others and the world around you. Liberal studies focus on intellectual, social, and moral growth and helps foster your love of learning. The 10-hour core curriculum is designed to address these goals in different ways, and provide you the foundation you need to more deeply explore a specific area of concentration. Select an area of concentration from the list below, or work with an MLS advisor to customize a program of study that best meets your personal and educational goals:

Art
E-Learning Professional
Educational Leadership and Management - Administration
Educational Leadership and Management - Instructional
Educational Leadership and Management - Technology
Global Professional English
Global Studies
Gerontology
Global Management
Literary Arts
Health Sciences
Instructional Sciences
Management Information Systems
Political Leadership and Public Service
Political Science
Public Administration
Social Networking Management

Entry Requirements

- Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

-Show a minimum grade point average of 2.50 (C plus) on the last 60 hours of undergraduate credit. (Departments may have a higher minimum grade point requirement average, so an applicant must check departmental admission requirements.)

- Have adequate preparation in the area of specialization in the area of proposed study

International Applicants
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You as an international student must meet minimum English proficiency requirements before beginning coursework at Fort Hays State University.

TOEFL (paper-based version) - 550 +
TOEFL (computer-based version) - 213 +
TOEFL (internet-based version) - 79 +
IELTS - 6.5 +
iTEP - 5

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The Bachelor of Liberal Studies (BLS) is a general studies degree in the liberal arts. It provides the flexibility to choose courses based on interests and goals. Students complete coursework in three areas of distribution; these areas may be focused in a single discipline or diversified over several disciplines. The BLS degree is also offered with similar requirements by the University of Northern Iowa and University of Iowa, and provides a framework to assemble the educational opportunities locally available. Up to three-fourths of the degree requirements may be transferred from accredited institutions.

Entry Requirements

Applicants should have completed high school diploma or graduation from an institution providing secondary education.

English Communication Requirement: If English is not one of your primary languages you learned as a child (even if you are a US citizen), you must meet the English communication requirement in one of the following ways:
Students taking undergraduate courses should submit one of the following to the Office of Admissions: TOEFL score of 71 (iBT), 530 (PBT); IELTS score of 6.0 with no subscore below 5.5; SAT-Verbal score of 420 or ACT-English score of 16.

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Like its on-campus predecessor, the online Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies is designed to provide a personalized, multidisciplinary education in humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, and the arts. The programs ultimate goal is to teach students to think critically and communicate effectively through speech and written word. The degrees’ wide range of subjects and emphasis on analysis and self-expression prepares graduates for careers in education, business, government, and many other fields.

Unlike traditional undergraduate degree programs with majors in a specific academic area, this online bachelor's degree in liberal studies program allows you to pursue an area(s)of interest that are not pre-defined as major concentrations.

Choosing from an array of options, this program offers a unique opportunity for you to build a program that is finely tuned to your strengths and interests. Working with an academic advisor, you will select specific academic courses to compose a degree program that meets your intellectual, personal, and professional goals. The online format allows for more flexible scheduling, personalized study, and heightened levels of interaction and collaboration.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must submit one of the following

Official high school degree
Official GED
Official associate degree showing degree conferral and date

International applicants for whose English is not a primary language must prove English language proficiency in one of the following ways:

TOEFL - 79
IELTS - 6.5

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About the Program
Northwest Nazarene University’s new online Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies offers an exciting opportunity for undergraduate students to participate in a fully online Bachelor of Arts degree program. Everything is the same, from the curriculum to the vast resources available—the only difference is the delivery. Wondering if NNU Online could be the right fit for you? Here are some things to consider:

- The online B.A. in Liberal Studies is convenient and flexible, enabling students to continue working and living in their local community while pursuing an NNU education.

- Provides accessibility and incredible value at only $9,000 per year. Part time enrollment is also available at a reduced rate.

- Fully accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.

- Intentional about creating an online community to enhance learning and support.

- Online students are encouraged to join the campus community for athletic events and chapel services.

- Students enrolled online have full access to library services and workout facilities.

- Provides access to top-quality professors and vast academic resources.

Entry Requirements

Admission is generally granted to high school students who have earned the following academic criteria:

1. Graduation from a high school with a grade point average of 2.5 (or above) on a 4.0 scale.

2. A rank in the top 50 percent of the graduating class.

3. An ACT composite standard score of 18 or above, or a SAT composite score of 1270 or above.

4. Students who do not meet these criteria may be considered for provisional admittance.

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The School of Arts & Sciences' online B.A. in liberal studies is a broad, liberal arts program that develops university-level analytical, communication, and computer literacy skills.

The program provides a broad perspective on human behavior, ideas and values through a multidisciplinary study of the social and natural sciences, humanities and fine arts, quantitative reasoning, and business.

This integrated approach allows you to make connections across fields of study, deepening your abilities for critical thinking, problem solving and creativity while preparing you for effective participation in a global community.

Additionally, our online liberal arts degree emphasizes leadership skills within Saint Leo University's core values and traditions.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have graduated in high school or diploma from an accredited institution

International applicants
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For non-native English speaking students ,provide proof of English language proficiency, demonstrated in at least one of the following ways:

- A minimum score 550 (paper based) or 213 (computer based) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

- A minimum score of 450 on the verbal component of the SAT

- Grades of B or higher in English composition courses where English is the language of instruction

- For transfer students, two semesters with grades of B or higher in English composition courses at regionally accredited post-secondary institutions in the United States

- Successful completion of an Association of International Educators-recognized ESL program

Other Fees

Books - $1,360

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