About the Program
The Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts at RSU gives you a well-rounded, interdisciplinary education that prepares you to succeed in any field. With an emphasis on critical thinking, communication, and cultural understanding, this program helps you build the kind of adaptable, creative mindset that employers and graduate schools love.
Whether your interest lies in literature, global cultures, or general liberal arts studies, you can customize your degree path to match your goals and passions.
Program Features
- Interdisciplinary approach to education
- Focus on communication, reasoning, and cultural awareness
- Fully online options for all three pathways
- Study abroad and internship opportunities
- Excellent preparation for graduate school or a wide range of careers
Degree Options
Students can choose from the following pathways:
English
Focus on language, literature, and the power of written expression. This option strengthens your writing, critical thinking, and analytical skills while immersing you in the rich traditions of the English language.
Global Humanities
Explore cultural, historical, and artistic ideas from around the world. This option prepares you to think globally and act thoughtfully in a diverse and interconnected society.
Liberal Arts
A flexible, broad-based option that draws from a range of disciplines in the liberal arts. Ideal if you want to tailor your degree to a variety of interests and career pathways.
Program Snapshot
Program Type
Bachelor's Degree
Degree Type
Bachelor of Arts
Department
Duration
4 years
Credit Hours
120
Why RSU?
Experience our student-first approach in any of Rogers State University’s degree programs. Attentive faculty and an average student-to-faculty ratio of 16:1 position you to succeed academically and professionally.
From helping you avoid heavy student debt to keeping courses relevant to the modern business world, RSU is committed to your success as a Hillcat.
Fast Facts
16:1
student-to-faculty ratio
99%
small classes, with some labs even limited to 15 students
80%+
of students who apply for financial aid receive it
Careers with a Liberal Arts Degree
This degree opens doors across industries. Whether you’re planning to go to grad school, work in the nonprofit world, join the public sector, or launch a creative career, your options are wide open. Here are a few of the possibilities:
- Writer or editor
- Public relations specialist
- Human resources coordinator
- Government or nonprofit analyst
- International affairs associate
- Policy researcher
- Graduate or law school student
- Writer or editor
- International affairs associate
- Public relations specialist
- Policy researcher
- Human resources coordinator
- Graduate or law school student
- Government or nonprofit analyst
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