Associate of Arts in General Studies

 

DEGREE AT A GLANCE:

    • Number of Credits
    • 61
    • Cost Per Credit
    • $ 250
    • Total Tuition*
    • $ 15,250
  • *(Before Transfer Credit)
 

Program Description

The Associate of Arts in General Studies degree provides a solid foundation for further academic achievement providing students opportunities to develop knowledge, skills, and abilities that are readily applicable to the student’s personal or professional interests. The program also prepares students for entry into baccalaureate degree programs.

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Program Objectives

In addition to the institutional and general education level learning objectives, the Associate of Arts in General Studies also seeks the following specific learning outcomes of its graduates:

  • Use knowledge across a wide diversity of subjects, views, works, and authors, from which they will have a general academic foundation.
  • Identify their personal, academic, and professional/career goals and strategies that are integrated within a meaningful approach to life.
  • Read, write, and analyze effectively across a number of disciplines.
  • Identify issues and problems, then formulate and frame solutions to these problems.

Admission Requirements

American Public University is part of American Public University System, a regionally accredited university offering more than 100 degree and certificate programs at the associate, bachelor's, and master's levels. All courses are online, so students have the flexibility of taking classes any time or any place that fits their schedule. Our degree programs are designed to be challenging and relevant to working adults in both the public and private sectors and can help enhance their current career or prepare them for a career change.

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Institutional Requirements
3 Hours
NAME
DESCRIPTION
CREDITS
COLL100
Foundations of Online Learning
3 hours
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This course is designed to provide a solid foundation for undergraduate study in the online environment. Students will be introduced to learning theory, the tools available in the online classroom and campus, and online research. Identification of personal learning style allows students to improve their study/learning techniques and prepares them to succeed in college level courses. Students will be introduced to formatting and citation styles. APUS policy and procedure is addressed. There is an emphasis on written communication to assist students in the transition to the online environment.

General Education
34 Hours
NAME
DESCRIPTION
CREDITS
English
(Must take ENGL101-Proficiency in Writing)
6 hours
History
 
6 hours
Humanities
 
3 hours
Literature
 
3 hours
Mathematics
 
3 hours
Political Science
 
3 hours
Science
 
4 hours
Social Science
 
6 hours
Lower Level Electives
24 Hours
Electives are typically courses available at your degree level that are not currently required as a part of your degree program/academic plan. Please visit the catalog to view a complete listing of courses.
Program Completion Rates, Median Debt and More

The following program details are intended to help you make an informed decision about the university that's right for you.

2011-2012 Program Completion Rate
Normal time to completion for full-time student2 years
Graduates who completed in this time129%
Tuition & Fees as of January 1, 2013 Median Loan Debt of 2011-2012 Graduates
Tuition
(before any awarded transfer credit)		$15,250 Federal loans5$0
Technology fee2
(per course)		$50Private educational loans$0
Transfer Credit Evaluation fee3
(if applicable)		$50 Institution financing plan$0
Graduation fee$100 
Books and supplies4$0 
On-campus room and boardNot applicable 

1 Data may be “not available” if the program has no graduates during reporting period or if it has not been in existence the normal time for completion. If 0%, then graduates in the reporting period took longer than the average time, usually because they were part-time students. 91% of our students are working adults and do not take a full-time course load.

2 A $50 Technology Fee will be charged for all future undergraduate and graduate level course registrations, including audited courses. The fee is not applicable for Comprehensive Exam courses. An APUS grant will cover the fee for Active Duty Military, Reservists, National Guard, Vocational Rehabilitation (VOCA), VA and VA Chapter 33 students, and anyone using military tuition assistance (TA).

3 Transfer Credit Evaluation Fee waived for all United States Active Duty Military, Guard, and Reserve personnel.

4 The undergraduate book grant provides textbooks, e-books, and other course materials at no cost to students for courses being taken for academic credit. Students must obtain their own software when required for a course or program.

5 This figure does not include PLUS loans or TEACH grants converted to Unsubsidized Federal Direct Loans.

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