General Studies

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General studies programs (or interdisciplinary studies) provide students with a broad education. This type of education provide students with the broad knowledge they need to succeed in a wide range of careers. Some students may pursue this type of degree if they have not yet decided on what they want to do with their career.

These programs permit students the maximum flexibility to explore different areas of concentration for their education and careers. Many of these programs require a specific focus for a significant portion of the credits, while still providing a broad general education.

General Studies

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Central Pennsylvania College

Pennsylvania

Since 1881 Central Pennsylvania College has excelled in providing students a hands-on education that prepares them for success in jobs that become careers. Central Penn is Pennsylvania's preeminent career-oriented, baccalaureate residential college.

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Colorado Technical University

South Dakota

For over 40 years, Colorado Technical University has provided students with the chance to succeed in the business and technology industries. Some have been experienced professionals looking for career advancement, others preparing for their initial journey into the workplace.

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Strayer University

District of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaMarylandNorth CarolinaOnline (study from anywhere)PennsylvaniaSouth CarolinaTennesseeVirginia

Many students find it challenging to balance their desire to enhance their education with their commitments to family and career. Strayer University is dedicated to helping adults who are busy and have jobs further their education.

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University of Phoenix

At the University of Phoenix, most students complete their online education in two to three years, and an overwhelming majority report a high degree of satisfaction. Students attend classes via the Internet, at times and places that fit their scheduling needs.

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Kaplan University

Online (study from anywhere)

Kaplan University helps students looking to either change or advance their careers by offering online flexibility, reduced costs, financial aid assistance, and a fast path to a degree. The degree programs have a curriculum that is focused on career goals, and they feature various areas of emphasis.

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National American University

Online (study from anywhere)

National American University has been offering educational programs for more than 60 years. NAU offers many types of options including campus based programs (with campuses across the midwest), online programs with online degrees, and "blended" programs designed to provide the best of both worlds.

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