Overview

You will take an active role in constructing a plan of study that will form the basis for achieving career goals. The General Studies degree from Indiana University Northwest provides the convenience, flexibility, and individualized learning experience that will allow you to complete degree requirements at your own pace.

Ideal for the adult learner who may have entered college some time ago and would like to return to college to complete their degree or the older adult who would like to begin university studies for the first time.

Careers

Many students in the general studies program are already employed but are seeking promotion, a move to another department, or wish to qualify for a specific career with another company or agency and must possess a baccalaureate degree. Since the curriculum is customized by the student, the opportunities are unique for each graduate.

Indiana University Northwest’s General Studies graduates include social workers, lawyers, health and medical professionals, law enforcement officers, computer specialists, and company supervisors.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

To obtain additional information about the program, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Gary, United States

Disciplines

General Studies View 577 other Bachelors in General Studies 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

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application for Admission

Non-refundable $65 application fee

Official transcripts (native language and English translation if applicable)

English Proficiency (If not from a country IU Northwest considers English as a native language)

Immigration Documentation

Financial Support Documentation

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

23448 USD / year

≈ 23448 USD / year
Out-of-State

23448 USD / year

≈ 23448 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

8774 USD / year

≈ 8774 USD / year

Living costs

Gary

United States

956 - 1547 USD / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Careers

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

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Gary

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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