General Studies

Earn an Associate Degree in General Studies

A general studies degree allows you to discover what interests you while earning your foundational credits. For students looking to seamlessly transition into a bachelor’s degree program, an associate degree not only saves you money but valuable time.

Geneva College’s online Associate of Arts (AA) in General Studies degree program provides you with an interdisciplinary education, incorporating subjects such as English, religion, social sciences, natural sciences, and humanities. Moreover, an associate degree distinguishes you with a competitive edge over those without a college degree. Whether you’re looking to immediately enter the workforce or develop a foundation for continued education, Geneva has you covered every step of the way.

Reassure your potential employers that you have the skill set and work ethic to excel.

Online Associate of Arts in General Studies Program Information

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24 core credits + 36 elective credits* = 60 credits. The online Associate Degree in General Studies can be completed in as few as 16 months. *Up to 24 eligible transfer credits may be accepted to meet elective requirements. You can also fulfill some elective credits by completing an 18-credit minor to further enhance your marketability to a prospective employer.
Geneva College is committed to ensuring that you earn the best education possible. An academic advisor will work closely with you to develop a custom degree plan that considers any transfer credits, life commitments, and financial aid eligibility.
Complete all your coursework in the comfort of your own home. Set the pace that’s right for you by enrolling in as many or as little classes per eight-week term.
The online general studies associate degree program strives to keep your costs low by offering you competitive tuition pricing, affordable textbooks, and free access to the latest Microsoft Office applications.

**Ordinarily only credits earned at institutions accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE), Higher Learning Commission (HLC), Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU), Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC). In the case of international transfers, nationally approved institutions will be accepted as transfer credit.

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Highlights of Geneva's Online General Studies Program:

Each course in the general studies degree program offers rich and relevant content, incorporating faith with academic rigor throughout—all characteristics of our Online Degree Programs.
Our instructors are vetted experts from across the U.S. with impressive and diverse credentials who are also committed followers of Jesus Christ.
The online general studies degree program is an excellent foundation for the bachelor’s degree programs that Geneva offers.

Benefits

Benefits of Geneva's Online General Studies Program:

Completing your online general studies degree at Geneva demonstrates your mastery in subjects like English, the social sciences, humanities, the natural sciences, and the Bible, providing you with a valuable foundation upon which to continue graduate education.
An associate degree reassures potential employers that you have the acumen and work ethic to handle more complicated learning beyond high school. Some employers may increase your pay once you have completed your Associate Degree in General Studies.
The skills learned at the associate degree level are interdisciplinary in nature and transfer well to the workplace. This can give you a competitive edge over those without a college degree.
Geneva’s AA in General Studies prepares you to engage the professional world and prepares you for a lifelong mission of serving God and neighbor.

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Build a Foundation for Your Future:

Whether you’re looking to quickly enhance your marketability or want to pursue a bachelor’s degree but are unsure where to start, our advisors are here to help. Geneva College’s online Associate of Arts in General Studies degree program prepares you for the competitive workforce through an education rooted in faith.

Experienced & Accomplished Faculty

Kirk Blankenship

Core/Electives Online Instructor

Jennifer Geyer

Core/Electives and Child & Family Services Online Instructor

Sheri Hanley

Core/Elective and Child & Family Services Online Instructor

Lon Kaufmann