General Studies

An online bachelor's degree in general studies is a college degree that students can take online to help prepare for a wide area of interests and further education. UMGC’s online bachelor’s degree in general studies is a 120-credit program with a flexible curriculum that students can adapt to meet their career goals and maximize previously earned credits. The program can help students prepare to work in various corporate and private sector jobs and to prepare for graduate-level work.

UMGC's online bachelor's degree in general studies is a 120-credit program with courses offered year-round. The time it will take you to complete your degree will depend on several factors, including your goals, how many transfer credits you have, your course load each semester, and whether you are able to benefit from one or more of our fast paths to credit, including credit for prior learning and credit for military education and training.

Tuition rates for the online bachelor’s degree in general studies from UMGC are very competitive and appear at the top of this page. We offer a low in-state rate for Maryland residents and a reduced tuition rate for military service members and their spouses and dependent children. We also offer scholarships for those who qualify, an interest-free monthly payment plan, and no-cost digital materials in place of most textbooks to help make online bachelor's degrees even more affordable.

You do not need any background or experience to enroll in our online bachelor’s degree in general studies. As long as you meet our undergraduate admission requirements, you can enroll in this program.

You do not need any prior certifications to enroll in or complete this program.