The Program endeavors to provide a foundation in the humanities, social sciences, mathematics, and natural sciences. Candidates for admission must have a high school diploma or its equivalent. Exceptions may be made in rare cases by the Dean. Placement testing is required in the areas of reading, writing, and mathematics. Applicants will then be students in good standing in the Liberal Studies Program.
Provisional status can generally be satisfied in two semesters.
Normally, the number of semesters to complete the degree will be more than four for those students who are required to complete two or more preparatory courses. Students in the Liberal Studies Program will be expected to maintain the same academic level of standing as is currently in effect in other associate degree programs offered by various colleges of the University. Upon successful completion of this Program, the student will be awarded the degree of Associate of Arts in Liberal Studies. For those who graduate and wish to continue their college education towards a baccalaureate degree, Liberal Studies courses are transferable to appropriate baccalaureate programs, and students who successfully gain admission to such programs normally would enter as juniors. Students must complete a minimum of 60 credit hours of study for the degree of Associate of Arts in Liberal Studies.