

Offered by Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies
40 courses total for the 120 credit Bachelor's, 6-10 hours/week per course
Based on the number of credits (56-120 credits) at $412/credit hour
Specialize in: business, tech, communications, politics, or interdisciplinary study
Lecture videos, office hours, and optional live bi-weekly sessions with professors and TAs
The Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies from Georgetown University’s School of Continuing Studies is designed for driven professionals seeking to build on their experience and develop a versatile, interdisciplinary skill set. Guided by world-class faculty, you will learn to connect ideas from different fields, honing your abilities in critical analysis, complex problem-solving, and persuasive communication.
This approach prepares you to deliver value in any industry and provides a powerful foundation for career advancement or future graduate study. Alumni of our program have advanced in fields like business, consulting, government, and technology, while others have pursued graduate degrees in law, journalism, and more.
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Offered by Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies
40 courses total for the 120 credit Bachelor's, 6-10 hours/week per course
Based on the number of credits (56-120 credits) at $412/credit hour
Specialize in: business, tech, communications, politics, or interdisciplinary study
Lecture videos, office hours, and optional live bi-weekly sessions with professors and TAs
Offered by Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies
40 courses total for the 120 credit Bachelor's, 6-10 hours/week per course
Based on the number of credits (56-120 credits) at $412/credit hour
Specialize in: business, tech, communications, politics, or interdisciplinary study
Lecture videos, office hours, and optional live bi-weekly sessions with professors and TAs
The Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies from Georgetown University’s School of Continuing Studies is designed for driven professionals seeking to build on their experience and develop a versatile, interdisciplinary skill set. Guided by world-class faculty, you will learn to connect ideas from different fields, honing your abilities in critical analysis, complex problem-solving, and persuasive communication.
This approach prepares you to deliver value in any industry and provides a powerful foundation for career advancement or future graduate study. Alumni of our program have advanced in fields like business, consulting, government, and technology, while others have pursued graduate degrees in law, journalism, and more.
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Build on the program's interdisciplinary core by developing specialized expertise that aligns with your career path. The Liberal Studies bachelor’s degree allows you to focus your studies by choosing one of five concentrations:
Business & Entrepreneurship: Gain foundational business skills and an ethical framework for leadership and entrepreneurial thinking.
Cybersecurity, Analytics, & Technology: Acquire the analytical and technical skills to pursue careers in in-demand fields.
Media, Communications, & Humanities: Analyze modern communication challenges by studying media, culture, and design from a humanistic perspective.
Politics & International Relations: Develop a critical understanding of foreign policy and global issues to make ethically informed decisions.
Interdisciplinary Studies: Enjoy maximum flexibility by combining disciplines to craft a personalized path toward your unique goals.
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Grounded in Georgetown's Jesuit tradition, the Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies is about more than academic knowledge. Our educational approach encourages a deeper understanding of your role in the world. You will learn to approach complex challenges with intellectual rigor, ethical integrity, and a commitment to serving the greater good. This foundation will prepare you not just to advance in your career, but to become a more thoughtful and impactful leader in your community and profession.

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The program’s five concentrations are designed to support career growth across industries including business, human resources, communications, media, education, foreign service, intelligence, and international marketing.
Yes. Georgetown says students may transfer up to 64 credits, including eligible military training, CLEP, and AP exam scores. Prior work experience does not count as transfer credit.
Students complete online lectures and then engage with the teaching team and classmates to explore the material more deeply. The experience also includes discussion forums and access to previously answered student questions.
Yes. Students can access certain on-campus resources with a valid GOCard, online students may participate in the on-campus graduation ceremony, and students also have access to Georgetown’s academic and professional support resources.
Yes. The program is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
The degree requires 120 credits in total, which is equal to 40 courses at 3 credits each.
Georgetown says successful applicants typically have prior postsecondary coursework or relevant professional, military, or life experience. Work experience is not required for admission.
Applicants submit unofficial transcripts from all for-credit institutions when applying - they can be uploaded directly into the application prior to submission. Students who enroll must later provide official transcripts. The official transcript(s) must be sent to the Georgetown SCS Admissions Office prior to matriculation. Transcripts must either be emailed or sent in an envelope sealed by the school's registrar, or sent via an official online transcript provider to scsadmissions@georgetown.edu.
Mailing Address: Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies Attn: Admissions Office 640 Massachusetts Ave NW Washington, DC 20001
If your transcript is sent to another school at Georgetown University by mistake, you will need to reorder the transcript and have it sent to the School of Continuing Studies.
Applicants with international coursework must submit a course-by-course evaluation from an approved credential evaluation service such as WES, ECE, or The Evaluation Company (TEC)/SpanTran.
Applicants whose first language is not English must submit TOEFL or IELTS scores. Recommended scores are TOEFL 100 iBT, 600 paper-based, or 250 computer-based, or IELTS 7.0. This requirement may be waived for graduates of English-speaking institutions.
Please have your official scores sent to: Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies 640 Massachusetts Ave NW Washington, DC 20001
You should plan well in advance to complete the necessary tests and allow time for the Georgetown SCS Office of Admissions (institution code 5986) to receive the results.
There's no application fee. Applicants can check their application status by logging back into the application portal.
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