Bachelor of General Studies
Hours: 120 On-Campus Online
About
The Bachelor of General Studies (BGS) at Fort Hays State University offers a flexible and customizable path to earning your degree. Designed for students who want to shape their own academic journey, this program allows you to build a curriculum that aligns with your career goals and interests. Offered through the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, the BGS provides a strong liberal arts foundation while allowing you to focus on a specific area of concentration.
The BGS degree helps you develop critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills—all highly valued by employers and graduate programs alike.
Who is this program for?
The Bachelor of General Studies is designed for students who:
- Have well-defined career goals that don’t align with a traditional major
- Want the flexibility to design a degree that fits their personal and professional aspirations
- Plan to advance in their current career or transition into a new field
- Are considering graduate school and need a broad yet tailored academic foundation
- Seek a versatile degree that opens doors to multiple career opportunities
With its flexibility and career-focused approach, the BGS degree empowers students to design an education that works for them—whether entering the workforce or continuing their education.
The Best Value in Higher Education Anywhere
Fort Hays State University prides itself on quality education at an affordable price. Students in this program can expect to pay approximately $3,055.95* (on-campus) or $3,975.75* (online) per semester.
*Estimated cost based on 15 credit hours at the Undergrad resident/regional tuition rate ($203.73/credit hour) for on-campus courses, or the FHSU Online Undergrad tuition rate (265.05/credit hour) for online courses. Actual price may vary depending on course load and location. Tuition and Fees are subject to change as they are approved by the Kansas Board of Regents each year.
Ready for the next step?
Our faculty would be excited to talk to you about how our department programs can help you explore your interests and prepare you for a variety of rewarding careers.
Concentrations
Fort Hays State University provides various concentrations for the Bachelor of General Studies. All BGS students must choose a concentration. To learn more, visit the course catalog and connect with your FHSU advisor.
- Business Communication
- Child Development
- Criminal Justice Studies
- Education
- General Business
- Geoscience Studies
- Gerontology
- Health Promotion
- Historical Studies
- Human Services (Sociology)
- Informatics Studies
- Leadership Studies
- Military Specialties (Must be part of the military partnership program)
- Political Leadership and Public Service
- Psychological Studies
- Rural Studies
- Sustainability
- Tourism and Hospitality Management
- Web Development Studies
The BGS is a flexible, four-year liberal arts degree offered through the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences at FHSU. It allows students to design their own academic path based on their career goals.
The BGS prepares students for a wide range of careers that don’t require a specific major. It also serves as a strong foundation for graduate programs in various fields.
Yes! Many students go on to graduate school after earning their BGS. Admission will depend on factors like GPA, entrance exams, and program-specific requirements.
BGS students are required to complete the university general education program, UNIV 301—Information Literacy, UNIV 402—Upper-Level Writing, and a 21-credit-hour area of emphasis. Full degree requirements can be found in the FHSU course catalog.
Students can apply online through the FHSU website. Admission requires an application, fee, and official transcripts. Once admitted, students can access early registration benefits.
- Associate
- Bachelor's
- On-Campus
- Online
