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Bachelors (BLS) in Liberal Studies
Grow your communication, research, and critical thinking skills. Designed for the nontraditional student who needs a flexible and broad path to finishing a degree, program requirements can be completed in as little as 2.5 years and will help you develop a breadth of knowledge that reflects a true liberal arts education.
Through liberal arts disciplines, this online program will expand your world view and create an opportunity to narrow your focus on the subject or industry that matters to you most.
At a Glance
Fall 2024 (Transfer deadline is July 1)
Spring 2024 (Transfer deadline is Nov. 15)
Summer 2024 (Transfer deadline is April 15)
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Bachelors in Liberal Studies overview
What You'll Learn
By taking an interdisciplinary perspective, you will learn to integrate and synthesize knowledge across disciplinary boundaries and apply that knowledge to a diverse multicultural society. As a student in this program, you will:
- Develop broad-based knowledge in the liberal arts and become more articulate, analytical, culturally informed, and well-rounded.
- Acquire analytical and decision-making skills, advanced communication skills, and a global perspective.
- Explore questions, solve problems, and examine social issues from multiple perspectives.
Course Examples
- The following tracks are available:
- BLS - 2.5 year plan (Humanities)
- BLS - 2.5 year plan (Natural Science)
- BLS - 2.5 year plan (Social Science)
- BLS - 4 year plan (Humanities)
- BLS - 4 year plan (Natural Science)
- BLS - 4 year plan (Social Science)
How to Apply
Application Requirements
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Deadlines
Fall 2024 (Transfer deadline is July 1)
Spring 2024 (Transfer deadline is Nov. 15)
Summer 2024 (Transfer deadline is April 15)
Distance Learning
Licensure & Authorization
Where you live matters when completing distance education activities. If you will live outside of Kentucky while completing your program, please check the Distance Learning Authorization & Licensure page to confirm that the program can be offered in your state or country, and if relevant, that it meets professional licensure requirements in your state. Please note: Admission and enrollment in a fully-online program can NOT lead to the issuance of a J-1 or F-1 student visa.
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Student Support
Once you become a student, you will have access to a wide variety of academic support services to maximize your success. These services are available completely online to meet the needs of our online students.
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