Overview

The Bachelor of General Studies degree at Temple University combines major coursework (including two writing intensive courses), general education courses and electives. The curriculum is specifically tailored to enhance students’ critical thinking skills, effective communication abilities and interdisciplinary knowledge to achieve their personal and professional goals.

Students receive personalized guidance from the University College Academic and Student Services team to develop the curriculum that meets their needs.

About this Program

Graduates of the general studies degree program will be prepared to

evaluate and synthesize knowledge from interdisciplinary perspectives.

communicate clearly, concisely and effectively, both orally and in writing.

demonstrate critical analysis and evaluation of an argument, including the argument’s assertions, background and assumptions; evidence used to support assertions; and the explanatory utility, and present conclusions, interpretations and implications.

build and apply research and critical analysis skills in ways that are informed by discipline-specific methodologies.

critically reflect on the relationship between their prior academic and nonacademic life experience with the skills and knowledge acquired through their academic subject grouping.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Quantitative Literacy Course

Breadth Course

Major Course

Approaches to Liberal Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Philadelphia, 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

Transcripts

Life, Work and Volunteer Experiences

Optional Letter of Recommendation

$55 fee

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

42390 USD / year

≈ 42390 USD / year
Out-of-State

42390 USD / year

≈ 42390 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

23580 USD / year

≈ 23580 USD / year

Living costs

Philadelphia

United States

1313 - 2284 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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About this Program

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Philadelphia

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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