Online Bachelor of General Studies in Humanities from LSU Alexandria
Focus areas include English, history, religion, and communication studies
Strengthens critical thinking and transferable skills
Prepares graduates for careers in business, education, libraries and archives, media relations, and public administration
Admissions
Whether you're a first-time freshman or a transfer student, our admissions team is here to support you from day one.
Apply by
Apr 6, 2026
Classes begin
May 11, 2026
I have no college credits
For university acceptance, first-time freshman must meet the following criteria:
- Complete high school Core curriculum for college readiness in place at time of high school graduation
- Not be required to take more than one developmental course
- Have a high school grade point average of at least 2.0
- Meet one of the following:
- Have an ACT composite of 20 or higher
- Have a high school Core grade point average of at least 2.0
I have some college credits
Transfer students to LSUA must meet one of the following sets of criteria:
- Have earned a transferable associate degree or higher
- Have earned at least 18 hours of college-level credit, including a college-level English and college-level mathematics course, with a grade of “C” or higher in each, and an overall GPA of at least 2.0
- Have earned at least 12 hours of college-level credit from LSUE or CLTCC Bridge Program, including a college-level English and college-level mathematics course, with a grade of “C” or higher in each, and an overall GPA of at least 2.0.
- If the above are not met, meet freshman admission requirements and be in good standing with their previous institution
Transfer Credits: LSUA processes transfer credits in accordance with campus policies at the time the courses were taken. Prior to 2020, LSUA did not have a course repeat policy that excluded grades from GPA calculations. As a result, your stated GPA at LSUA may be affected, which could impact your admission decision.
Tuition
LSUA's online programs offer competitive, flat-rate tuition with no out-of-state fees. Plus, you may be able to save even more by transferring up to 75% of previous credits.
Tuition & Fees
- 120 credit hours
- Total credit hours per program
- $3401
- Cost per credit hour
- $10,200
- Total cost with fees and maximum transfer credits
- $40,800
- Total cost with fees
The final cost of this program will be determined once all transfer credits are evaluated. Transfer credits may apply for up to 75% of degree requirements. Your academic advisor will work with you to determine if and how any prior college credits or industry credentials earned will apply toward your LSUA degree. For further information about the approval for transfer credits and other requirements, please visit this site.
The total cost above does not include transfer credit or financial aid. Cost per credit hour and fees are subject to change. Fee schedules may vary by program depending on course-specific fees for proctoring and/or books. Please contact a Student Success Coach for more information.
Financial Aid Available
LSUA offers several ways to help you pay for your degree including credit for prior learning (PLA), financial aid, and veteran education benefits. Learn More.
1 Beginning Fall 1 2026, all LSUA fully online programs are expected to increase by 4% (tuition and fees).
Academics
Designed for students interested in interdisciplinary education, LSU Alexandria’s online Bachelor of General Studies in Humanities allows students to design their own course of study with a focus on one or more humanities disciplines, including English, history, religion, and communication studies.
What Will I Learn?
Students enrolled in this degree program will gain a broad liberal arts education that helps them develop practical skills for several different career pathways. Since students have the flexibility of choosing the courses in their degree, the coursework will vary.
Student learning outcomes:
- Graduates will meet the competencies in General Education established by the university for all bachelor degrees.
- Graduates will meet the competencies for the Area of Concentration established by their respective departments.
Courses
| General Education Courses | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
English Composition I |
3 |
English Composition II |
3 |
General Education Social Sciences |
6 |
General Education MATH |
6 |
General Education Natural Sciences |
9 |
General Ed. Communication Studies |
3 |
General Education History |
3 |
General Education Humanities |
3 |
General Education Fine Arts |
3 |
Area of Concentration
Students must complete 27 credit hours of Humanities courses. Students may take courses from any of the humanities disciplines:
- English
- History
- Communication Studies
- Religion
Electives
Students must complete 30 credit hours of electives.
Testimonials
Careers
Students will sharpen their critical thinking abilities, learn to think beyond traditional boundaries and acquire the transferable skills necessary for careers in business, education, library, and archival services, media relations, and public administration.
Career Opportunities
- Community Health Worker
- Public Relations Specialist
- Probation Officer
- Historian
- Genealogist
