2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

General Studies (B.G.S.)


Program Coordinator/Contact
Theresa Swedzinski, Student Services Facilitator
Continuing and Extended Education
Briggs Library Room 119
605-688-4154
E-mail: theresa.swedzinski@sdstate.edu
www.sdstate.edu/cee/degrees/generalstudies

Program Information
The Bachelor of General Studies program through the College of Arts and Sciences is designed for adult and returning students who have already completed significant college credit and want to complete a baccalaureate degree. The Bachelor of General Studies offers students the flexibility to select coursework from a variety of focus areas: allied health; business; education; fine arts; humanities; social science; science, engineering and mathematics; technology; and wellness.

Admission Requirements
For SDSU admission requirements, visit www.sdstate.edu/admissions. Potential students should pick up an application from an attendance center or apply online:

  • Visit SDSU’s site www.sdstate.edu
  • Choose “Admissions”
  • Choose “Undergraduate Admissions”
  • Complete the online application.

Potential students should schedule an appointment to meet with the assistant director to have their transcript evaluated.  Once accepted, students will work closely with their advisor to prepare their degree completion plan.

Course Delivery Format
Adult and returning students will have the ability to complete the Bachelor of General Studies online, on-campus, or through an attendance center (Capital University Center, University Center – Sioux Falls, or University Center – Rapid City.

Requirements for General Studies Major: 120 Credits


Bachelor of General Studies

System General Education Requirements


Institutional Graduation Requirements


Major Requirements


At least 20 credits of the focus area credits must be numbered 300 or above.

  • GS 490 - Seminar (AW) Credits: 3  
  • Completion of 15 credits in at least 3 of the designated General Studies focus areas. Credits: 45
    • Allied Health (Courses such as anatomy, athletic training, health sciences)
    • Business (Courses such as business administration, consumer affairs, economics, ag econ, entrepreneurial studies)
    • Education (Courses such as early childhood education, art education, ag education)
    • Fine Arts (Courses such as art, art history, interior design, theater, music)
    • Humanities (Courses such as foreign languages, English, religion, philosophy, mass and speech communication)
    • Social Science (Courses such as anthropology, human development, political science, psychology, sociology)
    • Science, Engineering and Mathematics (Courses such as biology, chemistry, construction management, mathematics)
    • Technology (Courses such as agricultural systems technology, computer science, electrical engineering technology)
    • Wellness (health, physical education and recreation; wellness)

Electives


Total Required Credits: 120