Undergraduate Program Bachelor of Liberal Studies

The Bachelor of Liberal Studies (BLS) is a multi-disciplinary program that emphasizes breadth of learning in the arts and sciences. Working closely with an advisor, the student prepares an individual program of study.

Who majors in the BLS?

• Mature students who already possess significant work experience and who are seeking a bachelor's degree to advance themselves both personally and professionally
• Mature students with a range of academic interests who intend to pursue graduate work in fields that encourage multi-disciplinary undergraduate study
• Undergraduate students interested in creating a course of study tailored to their particular interests

Program requirements:

• General Requirements (Core Areas A, B, C, D, and E)
• 18 hours in Area F (COMM 2280 is a required course)
• 18 hours of liberal studies courses (one or two from each of four defined fields)
• 15 credit hours at the 3000 level or above with a grade no lower than a C for the area of concentration. 
   All 15 credit hours must be from the same Armstrong major, minor or program of study
• 24-27 hours of electives
• 3 hours of Physical Education courses

Other program requirements:

• Minimum of 39 hours at 3000 level or above
• Maximum of 27 hours in any discipline (excluding courses taken under General Requirements)
• No more than two Ds in the Liberal Studies section
• At least 9 of the 18 hours in the Liberal Studies section must be completed at Armstrong.