Overview

The Liberal Studies degree at Fresno Pacific University is tailor made for the student who wants to explore it all. From social science to physical education, Spanish to science, you’ll gain a broad education in the humanities and an ability to communicate effectively to a broad array of audiences.

In wide-ranging courses you’ll participate in creative drama and group improvisation, explore how California became a political-trendsetter among states, understand how to analyze data and learn the Kodaly method for teaching music in the classroom.

Career Opportunities

With a degree in liberal studies, you'll gain the versatility to apply your studies to almost any desired career field. However, you'll also be well equipped to continue in your education to become an elementary school teacher, having met the course content required for the multiple subject teacher credential.

Career Possibilities

Teacher

Librarian

Educational counselor

Researcher

Communication specialist

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Art for Elementary Teachers

California History and Politics

Theory of Elementary Physical Education

Paths to Teaching

Learning Communities

First and Second Language Acquisition

Linguistics & Modern Grammar

Linguistics

Literature for Children and Young Adults

Mathematics Concepts

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2028-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-11-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Fresno, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit an application for admission.

Send official copies of your transcripts to FPU. High school transcripts or university, if applicable.

Take TOEFL or IELTS.

Submit financial documentation by email: A bank statement (proof of income that shows how much money is available to you to pay for your studies; should reflect last two months).

Submit a copy of your passport.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

37990 USD / year

≈ 37990 USD / year
Out-of-State

37990 USD / year

≈ 37990 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

37990 USD / year

≈ 37990 USD / year

Additional Details

Student body fee of USD 920 per year is additional.

Living costs

Fresno

United States

990 - 1485 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Career Opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Additional Details

Living costs

Fresno

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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