General Studies (B.G.S.)

Program Coordinator/Contact

Theresa Ireland, Student Services Facilitator
Continuing and Extended Education
Briggs Library Room 119
605-688-4154
E-mail: theresa.ireland@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: agriculture/natural resource management, allied health, business, education, engineering, fine arts, humanities, social science, science/mathematics, technology, and wellness.

Student Learning Outcomes

Each graduate completing the Bachelor of General Studies will:

• describe and apply the concepts, theories, and methods of his or her focus areas.
• integrate knowledge across disciplines.
• analyze an intellectual issue using appropriate research methods.  
• articulate the role of diversity in society.
• communicate effectively.

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 connect with the program contact to ensure that the program will be a good fit for them, as well as have any transcripts 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.