Overview

This General Studies (Self Designed) BA program from Trine University allows you to create your own learning experience. It demonstrates to employers and peers that you have the self-discipline and intelligence to work through a university-level program in a variety of subject areas.

Students in the general studies major may double major and are strongly encouraged to obtain a minor. The list of minors is impressive and includes communication, criminal justice, history and psychology. We have advisors who are knowledgeable of other majors and minors to assist you in getting as much value as possible from your experience at Trine.

Career opportunities:

Visit the following individual major pages to find out more about your career opportunities:

Biology
Chemistry
Communication
Criminal Justice
Forensic Science
Informatics
Mathematics
Pre-Medical
Psychology
General Studies (Pre-Legal)
General Studies (Self Designed)
General Studies (Social Studies)
General Arts and Sciences

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Written Communication

Oral Communication

Social Science & Humanities

Mathematics & Science

Senior Capstone Project

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-02 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Natural Sciences General Studies Liberal Arts View 452 other Bachelors in Natural Sciences in United States

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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

IELTS

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PTE Academic

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at Trine University and/or in United States, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Other requirements

General requirements

Academic transcripts
Financial guarantee (U.S. Department of Homeland Security requires all international students to demonstrate ability to pay fees.)
Copy of passport
English placement test score

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Tuition Fee

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International

35950 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 35950 USD per year during 48 months.
National

35950 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 35950 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

35950 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 35950 USD per year during 48 months.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for General Studies (Self Designed).

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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Overview

Career opportunities:

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Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Student insurance

Other requirements

General requirements

Make sure you meet all requirements

Tuition Fee

International

National

In-State

Funding

Check for any work restrictions

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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