BA Liberal Studies at Syracuse University

Programme overview

Develop a Comprehensive and Informed Worldview Through a Powerful Academic Foundation Explore a range of disciplines and emerge as a well-rounded leader with a diverse education in the areas of humanities, social sciences, mathematics and natural sciences. Gain the critical thinking skills and knowledge that will open doors to advancement in your career, new career

Faculty: College of Professional Studies | Duration: 30 credits | Study mode: part-time | Location: Syracuse, NY, United States

What you will study

To be awarded the Bachelor of Liberal Studies degree, you must meet these minimum degree requirements: Up to 90 credits can be transferred, including 66 credits from a junior college Minimum C average (2.0) required for graduation At least 30 credits must be taken as a part-time student at the College of Professional Studies A minimum of 30 upper division credits is required 120 credits are required in the following areas: Liberal Skills Writing (6 credits) Intensive Writing (3 credits) Language or Quantitative Skills (4-12 credits of one foreign language OR 6-8 credits of mathematics) Divisional Perspectives Four 3-credit or 4-credit courses in each division and a 2-course sequence; no more than 3 courses from the same department * Critical Reflections on Ethical and Social Issues 6-8 credits Depth Requirement 18 credits; nine upper division credits in each of TWO of the following areas:

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Application information

Entry requirements

College/university admission (not programme-specific): For admission to the Bachelor of Liberal Studies degree program, you must meet these basic admission requirements: High school diploma or GED, or official transcripts from all previous higher education institutions attended For students transferring college credit, minimum 2.5 grade point average For students with no college credit to transfer, high school transcript must be submitted with application In certain instances, the admission committee may request letters of recommendation Consultation with an advisor (may be conducted by telephone) Special Situations Students may take courses on a non-matriculated basis to demonstrate academic ability for admission.

USD 69,180 a year (2026-27). 2026-27 Main Campus undergraduate full-time tuition ($34,590 per semester for 12-19 credits, shown as $69,180 for the academic year on the cost page); one undergraduate rate band, the same on the international costs page. Excludes housing, meals, miscella Source

Students may apply for the fall or spring semester. First-year fall applicants may apply through Early Decision I, Early Decision II, Early Action or Regular Decision. Transfer applicants may apply for fall or spring.

First-year deadlines: Early Action November 1; Early Decision I November 1; Early Decision II January 5; Regular Decision January 5. Fall transfer applications are due July 1; spring applications (first-year and transfer) are due November 15. Some programmes have earlier deadlines (for example Drama acting and musical theater application and prescreen December 1; architecture portfolio January 5).

First-year students apply through the Common Application or the Coalition Application powered by Scoir. SAT/ACT scores are not required for Fall 2026, Spring 2027, Fall 2027 or Spring 2028 admission, and students who do not submit scores remain eligible for merit scholarships. An application fee waiver can be requested in writing by the school counselor to [email protected].

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