Bachelor of General Studies
- Livonia, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Bachelor of General Studies is offered by the Center for Adult and Regional Education (CARE) unit of Murray State University's Center for Adult and Regional Education (CARE).
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Explain the principal concepts and methods of General Studies. Apply knowledge involving required coursework includes interpersonal communication. Interpret relevant information
- Work on discipline-specific assignments
- And communicate findings effectively.
Career outcomes
- Project Assistant
- Research Assistant
- Program Coordinator
- Graduate Trainee
Curriculum
- The catalogue describes a 120-credit-hour bachelor programme in the Center for Adult and Regional Education (CARE) unit of the Center for Adult and Regional Education (CARE). Required coursework includes Interpersonal Communication
- Intercultural Communication
- Conflict and Communication
- Communication Skills for Professionals
- Public Relations Principles
- Introduction to Advertising. The requirements also mention capstone.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Official secondary school or college transcripts (school stamped and sealed)
- English test (TOEFL iBT 70
- IELTS 6.0
- Duolingo 105
- MET 51)
- Financial statement for the F-1 I-20
- Passport copy. Typical admitted first-year profile is a 2.8 high school GPA (not a stated minimum).
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- TOEFL iBT 70
- IELTS 6.0
- Duolingo 105
Documents you’ll need
- Academic transcripts
- Completed application form
- Identification document
- Language proficiency evidence if requested
- Additional program-specific supporting documents if requested
How to apply
- Check the international requirements and deadline for your term: Fall April 1
- Winter October 1
- Summer February 1 for overseas applicants on the official website. Apply online at official website Send official school-stamped transcripts
- English test results (TOEFL iBT 70
- IELTS 6.0
- Duolingo 105 or MET 51)
- A financial statement for the I-20 and a passport copy. If below the English minimum
- Take Madonna's English placement test. Receive the I-20 and apply for the F-1 student visa.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $30,600 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $0 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Livonia campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty or school requires confirmation |
| Department | General Studies |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible applicants. Confirm award criteria and funding with the university. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
May 2027
Apply by
1 Feb 2027
79 days leftProgram starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 Feb 2027
79 days leftProgram starts
January 2028
Apply by
1 Feb 2027
79 days left
Scholarships
Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible applicants. Confirm award criteria and funding with the university.
Browse scholarships →Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 1 Feb 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $30,600 USD per year. The application fee is $0 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $18,006 USD.
Accepted language tests: TOEFL iBT 70, IELTS 6.0, Duolingo 105.
Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible applicants. Confirm award criteria and funding with the university.

