Bachelor or Arts in Liberal Studies Eligibility & Advisement

To be eligible for the Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies (BALS) program students must be matriculated, registered (or prepared to register) in the College of Arts and Sciences and in good academic standing, with a grade point average of 2.25 or better, at the time of application.

The number of credit hours completed at the time of application may not exceed 75.

An integral part of the BALS program is conscientious, effective and continuous advisement. It is imperative, therefore, that students work closely with faculty advisors. Before applying to the program, each student must obtain the agreement of a full-time faculty member whose area of specialization includes the proposed area of study to be the primary advisor. The primary advisor must submit a letter of recommendation specifically addressing the focus of the proposal, the necessity for the proposed program and the student's ability to complete it successfully. The primary advisor will be responsible for a brief annual report indicating the student's progress, listing the courses taken and explaining any deviations from the original proposal.