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Bachelors (BLS) in Liberal Studies

Grow your communication, research, and critical thinking skills. Designed for the nontraditional student who needs a flexible and broad path to finishing a degree, program requirements can be completed in as little as 2.5 years and will help you develop a breadth of knowledge that reflects a true liberal arts education.

Through liberal arts disciplines, this online program will expand your world view and create an opportunity to narrow your focus on the subject or industry that matters to you most.

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At a Glance

Fall 2024 (Transfer deadline is July 1)

Application Due Date:
02/15/2024
Start Date:
08/26/2024

Spring 2025 (Transfer deadline is Nov. 15)

Application Due Date:
09/30/2024
Start Date:
01/13/2025

Summer 2024 (Transfer deadline is April 15)

Application Due Date:
02/15/2024
Start Date:
05/13/2024

Credits and Tuition Cost (2023-2024)

Credits Required: 120
Cost Per Credit: $611.00

Format

Fully Online

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Bachelors in Liberal Studies overview

Program format
Format
Fully Online
Total credits
Total Credits
120
Available Pathways
Available Pathways
Finish Bachelor's Program
Degree awarded
Degree Awarded
BLS

What You'll Learn

Overview

By taking an interdisciplinary perspective, you will learn to integrate and synthesize knowledge across disciplinary boundaries and apply that knowledge to a diverse multicultural society. As a student in this program, you will:

  • Develop broad-based knowledge in the liberal arts and become more articulate, analytical, culturally informed, and well-rounded.
  • Acquire analytical and decision-making skills, advanced communication skills, and a global perspective.
  • Explore questions, solve problems, and examine social issues from multiple perspectives.

Course Examples

  • The following tracks are available:
  • BLS - 2.5 year plan (Humanities)
  • BLS - 2.5 year plan (Natural Science)
  • BLS - 2.5 year plan (Social Science)
  • BLS - 4 year plan (Humanities)
  • BLS - 4 year plan (Natural Science)
  • BLS - 4 year plan (Social Science)
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How to Apply

Application Requirements

Admissions Criteria

Program Contact

Joshua Abboud
Program Director

Deadlines

Fall 2024 (Transfer deadline is July 1)

Application Due Date:
02/15/2024
Start Date:
08/26/2024

Spring 2025 (Transfer deadline is Nov. 15)

Application Due Date:
09/30/2024
Start Date:
01/13/2025

Summer 2024 (Transfer deadline is April 15)

Application Due Date:
02/15/2024
Start Date:
05/13/2024

Distance Learning

Licensure & Authorization

Where you live matters when completing distance education activities. If you will live outside of Kentucky while completing your program, please check the Distance Learning Authorization & Licensure page to confirm that the program can be offered in your state or country, and if relevant, that it meets professional licensure requirements in your state. Please note: Admission and enrollment in a fully-online program can NOT lead to the issuance of a J-1 or F-1 student visa. 

AUTHORIZATION & LICENSURE INFO
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Student Support

Once you become a student, you will have access to a wide variety of academic support services to maximize your success. These services are available completely online to meet the needs of our online students.

Why UK Online

No GRE

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No test scores required.

UK degree

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Degrees are conferred by the University of Kentucky, an accredited university.

Flexible schedule

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Fit learning into your busy schedule with no prescribed class times.

Be Supported

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Access supporting services and success coaches to help you succeed.

Testimonial

I have loved my experience. My instructors have been very helpful and on point when I needed assistance.
Crystal Dawn Hignite
Current Student
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