FHSU Virtual College Associate's Degrees

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A lot of people don't know what they want to study or what career is best for them. An Associate of General Studies degree from Fort Hays State Virtual College will help you make the decision. Through our fully-accredited online courses, you'll explore a wide range of subjects and consider an array of careers. When you find the perfect fit, you'll already have your general education requirements under your belt. To find out more contact our Academic Advising and Career Exploration Center.

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Associate of General Studies (AGS)

Whether you're just getting started or already have some college credit, the Associate of General Studies degree may be an excellent choice. An Associate's degree allows you to meet short-term educational goals and gain critical-thinking, problem-solving, math and communication skills to help you move ahead in your current job or prepare you for a new career.

To earn an Associate of General Studies degree, you will complete 60 credit hours, or roughly 20 classes. The program of study fulfills the core requirements for a four-year degree, but it also allows you to explore a wide range of information in many disciplines. Plus, you will customize your program of study by taking 12 hours of electives and 12 hours in a concentration area that you select - you can focus on subjects that connect to your current position or prepare you for your dream job.

FHSU will accept up to 45 hours of transfer credit from other institutions.

Program Requirements Overview

Foundation Studies 15 credit hours
International Studies 3 credit hours

Distribution Courses
(Humanities, Mathematics, Natural Sciences,
Social & Behavioral  Sciences)                          

18 credit hours
Free Electives 12 credit hours
Area of Concentration 12 credit hours
TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED FOR DEGREE 60 credit hours

Contact Information

Academic Advising and Career Exploration Center
College of Arts and Sciences
Fort Hays State University
100 Picken Hall
600 Park Street
Hays, KS 67601-4099
Phone: (785) 628-5577
Email: advising@fhsu.edu
Web: AGS

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