Bachelor’s degrees have become the currency of the modern job market, with many professional career paths requiring applicants to hold degrees. At the same time, employers are increasingly seeking candidates with broad professional skill sets as well as role-specific knowledge and expertise.
When you earn your General Studies degree online, you will gain a well-rounded, degree-level education in a flexible, affordable way. With a wide range of electives to choose from, you will also be able to customize your studies to fit your particular interests and career goals—and stand out from the competition.
General Studies Bachelor’s Degree Online Curriculum
In our General Studies Bachelor’s Degree, you’ll cover a broad range of topics through a combination of general education classes and a wide variety of electives. Your classes include:
The freedom to complete courses at your own speed with self-paced lessons
Student Portal dashboard for instant access to lessons and support
Learning Resource Center online libraries and labs
ProQuest® digital access to thousands of sources for research
$81,570
median salary
Job opportunities
A bachelors degree can help you qualify for new career opportunities and increase your earning potential. In 2023, bachelor’s degree holders earned a median annual salary of $81,570†.
AFFORDABLE TUITION
Choose a payment plan that works for you.
CUSTOMIZE YOUR DEGREE
Choose electives in business administration, marketing, criminal justice, early childhood education, and more.
LEARN AT YOUR OWN PACE
Enroll in one semester at a time and complete each of eight semesters in as little as six months.
AFFORDABLE TUITION
Choose a payment plan that works for you.
CUSTOMIZE YOUR DEGREE
Choose electives in business administration, marketing, criminal justice, early childhood education, and more.
LEARN AT YOUR OWN PACE
Enroll in one semester at a time and complete each of eight semesters in as little as six months.
You may be taking your first steps into higher education. Or you may be considering online study for the first time. Whatever your situation, we’re here to guide you through the process and answer any questions you have.
Your online General Studies Bachelor’s Degree makes sense if you want to further your education by earning a General Studies degree rather than specializing in one field of study. Your General Studies degree gives you a solid foundation in a wide range of subjects so you can move ahead in any career you choose. Since our General Studies degree online program won’t interfere with your current job or family activities, it’s a convenient way to get that all-important college education.
After you graduate, you'll retain access to your account on the Ashworth College Central Network. The online toolkit for job search preparation is integrated with your lessons so you can be fully prepared to make a good impression on potential employers. As an alum, you'll be able to brush up on your Ashworth College Central Network and use your account as much as you like.
Unlike other online colleges for general studies, we allow you up to eight (8) years from the date of your enrollment to graduate and earn your Bachelor of General Studies. A self-paced, flexible study schedule is one of the many advantages of getting your General Studies degree at Ashworth College.
Related programs
Our online General Studies Bachelor’s Degree is set apart by its versatility. But it’s not the only versatile program we offer. Our other general courses include:
Related programs from our partner school, Penn Foster
Through our partner schools Penn Foster Career School and Penn Foster College, students can take advantage of a range of related programs that offer the flexibility and affordability of Ashworth College. Discover how you can balance work, life, and school to develop the skills to help you advance in your current career or help you take the next steps toward building a new one.
State requirements
A career in this field may require you to meet certain licensing, training, and other requirements that can vary by vocation and state. You should check with your state, local government, and/or licensing board to find out which requirements may be applicable in your state. Click here for contact information on state licensing/regulatory boards and certain professional licensing information.
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