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Bachelor of General Studies

Murray State University

  • Murray, United States
  • 4 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Bachelor

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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: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • 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

  • High school diploma or certificate with transcripts for all years
  • Minimum 2.0 GPA
  • English test (IELTS 6.0
  • TOEFL iBT 71
  • PTE 51
  • Duolingo 100 or equivalent) and proof of funds of 30
  • 706 USD
  • Grade/context: High school transcripts with minimum 2.0 GPA (US 4.0 scale).

Minimum GPA

2

Accepted academic background

High school diploma or graduation certificate with transcripts for all years (GPA 2.0+), Certified English translations, Passport copy, Bank statement dated within 6 months showing at least 30, 706 USD (or scholarship letter).

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.0
  • TOEFL iBT 71
  • PTE Academic 51
  • Duolingo 100
  • TOEIC 790

Documents you’ll need

  • Passport Copy
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Qualification Certificate
  • English Test Results
  • Financial Support Documents.

How to apply

  1. Check the bachelor's requirements and deadlines: Fall 2027 July 19
  2. Spring 2027 November Apply online and pay the 100 USD fee. Upload passport
  3. High school transcripts (GPA 2.0+)
  4. Diploma
  5. English test and a bank statement of at least 30
  6. 706 USD.

Other costs

Tuition per year$15,990 USD
Application fee$100 USD
Deposit$500 USD

Program details

CampusMain campus
Faculty or schoolCenter for Adult and Regional Education
DepartmentCenter for Adult and Regional Education
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value120
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay1 year
Scholarship noteMurray State lists merit and other scholarship opportunities, International applicant eligibility, Degree level, Academic results and available funds determine awards.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

    Apply by

    15 Nov 2026

    1 day left

  • Program starts

    August 2027

    Apply by

    19 Jul 2027

    247 days left

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Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 4 years.