Associate of Arts in General Studies in Vermillion United States | University of South Dakota

This program enhances participants' knowledge beyond high school level and fulfills general education prerequisites for a bachelor's degree at any public university in South Dakota. Participants will also complete 36 credit hours of elective coursework. Those planning to pursue a bachelor's degree after obtaining an associate degree should select electives that align with their intended major, minor, or degree requirements.
As a general studies degree student, you'll engage with diverse coursework that prepares you for future bachelor's degree pursuits or helps complete an existing undergraduate education. The 60-credit Associate of Arts in General Studies satisfies baccalaureate general education requirements at all South Dakota public universities and offers flexible in-person or online completion options. Students with 60 existing undergraduate credits who wish to finish their bachelor's in general studies must undergo a distinct application procedure. This completion program particularly benefits returning students who previously began but didn't finish a four-year degree.

Start your academic journey or finish what you began through USD's general studies degree program.