Overview

Key facts

This transfer credit-friendly program is perfect for those who have already earned credits from other universities, reducing time to completion and cost for a degree.

What is a General Studies degree?

The General Studies (Online) program of Drexel University provides more flexibility in completing the degree requirements. The bachelor of general studies program at Drexel gives you the opportunity to combine previously completed coursework with your professional interests to create customized specializations geared towards your dream career.

How it works

Earning your BS in General Studies degree is closer than you think. Use your previous credits to shape the path to earning your degree.

Available specializations

Business

Provides a solid foundation for advancing in management and business

Client Development and Customer Service

Develops skills for building and maintaining successful client relationships, while familiarizing you with customer service theory

Individualized Studies

Customize your degree to meet your specific educational needs through electives in your area of interest. Common areas of focus include:

Addictions Counseling
Communication
Computer Crime
Computing Technology
Criminal Justice
Education
Health Services Administration
History
Marketing
Project Management
Security Technology
Sport Coaching Leadership

What can you do with a General Studies degree?

Depending on your specialization, you may pursue a career in a wide variety of fields. Common outcomes among graduates of Drexel’s online general studies bachelor degree program include advancing in their current company or field, transitioning to a new career or field, and continuing to pursue a more specific graduate degree.

Current positions of General Studies alumni include:

Assistant University Registrar
Bank Manager
Clinical Medical Assistant
General Manager
Library Tech Specialist
Mortgage Consultant
Paralegal
Pharmaceutical Consultant
Realtor
Senior Financial Consultant
Senior Project Manager
Vice President, Technology

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Fundamentals of Mathematics

Computer Applications for Professionals

Career Management and Professional Development

Lifelong Learning Theory & Practice

Techniques of Speaking

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-10-01 00:00:00
Starting 2025-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

quarter credits

Delivered

Online

Disciplines

Education General Studies Educational Psychology View 113 other Bachelors in General Studies in United States

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Between 0 – 23 previous college semester credits from a regionally accredited institution
Must have earned a high school diploma or GED
Official high school transcripts
Official transcripts from all universities or colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions (including trade schools) attended
Personal Essay

Tuition Fee

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International

85140 USD/full

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 473 USD per credit
National

85140 USD/full

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 473 USD per credit
In-State

85140 USD/full

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 473 USD per credit

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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

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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