Bachelor of General Studies

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The Bachelor of General Studies Degree (BGS) is awarded upon completion of PBA’s General Studies Degree program. In addition to the Faith, Roots, and Reason requirements of 43 credits, a student must complete one (1) or two (2) approved General Studies meta-majors. As with all undergraduate degrees, a student must complete a total of 120 credits, 42 of which must be upper-level. In addition to the BGS meta-majors, a student may declare a minor.

The BGS curriculum allows an individual the flexibility to select one or more meta-majors to enhance professional or personal goals. Advisors offer personalized attention in career exploration and academic advising and discuss educational alternatives with potential students.

Bachelor of General Studies Degree

Completion of 43 credits of Faith, Roots, and Reason coursework.
Completion of 120 credits, 42 of which must be upper level (3000 or higher).
Completion of two meta-majors, excluding those who choose the Christian Scientist or Christian Innovator meta-majors
Students must earn a C- or better in all meta-major coursework.
Students must complete all required pre-requisites to courses in the meta-majors.
During their first semester of enrollment students will complete the Strong’s Assessment instrument through the Career Development Office and discuss the findings with a Career Development staff member.

Faith, Roots, and Reason Requirements - 43 Credit Hours

General Studies students must meet the Faith, Roots, and Reason requirements as set out for the B.A., B.MUS, B.S.N., and B.S. Degrees. For a detailed list of Faith, Roots, and Reason requirements for this program, please refer to Baccalaureate Degree Requirements (Bachelor’s Degrees) .

Meta-Majors

The Christian Artist (39 credits/15 upper level)

Students selecting the Christian Artist meta-major will learn how to express their God-given talents of creation. Using both classic techniques and modern technologies, this meta-major will expose students to a wide range of artistic forms and mediums.