Campbellsville University’s tailorable online liberal arts bachelor degree allows you to acquire an insightful education in an area of your choice.
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Program Details
Next Start Date: 1/15/2025
Course Length: 8 weeks
Estimated Length: 4 years
Credit Hours: 120
Cost Per Credit: $424
B.S. Liberal Arts & Science Overview
Acquire a well-rounded, general liberal arts and sciences degree from Campbellsville University. Build on your current background with eleven available concentrations so that you can customize your degree to suit your personal and professional goals. Faculty members with industry experience incorporate Christian values into the fully accredited program. With the online format, you will have the ability to complete coursework at your convenience.
With this online program, you can choose from a variety of concentrations:
- Business Administration: Gain an introduction to fundamental business and management principles
- Christian Studies: Expand your Christian faith while studying spiritual formation, theology and more
- Criminal Justice Administration: Acquire a broad understanding of the criminal justice system
- Economics: Learn economic principles, including macroeconomics or microeconomics
- History: Study U.S. history and more
- Human Performance: Grow a deep understanding in the factors the contribute to the human body and how it performs
- Mass Communication: Build a foundation in the basics of mass media and communication
- Political science: Discover and analyze systems of governance
- Psychology: Explore the human mind and its functions
- Social Work: Focus on how social work systems and human service agencies work while learning about human behavior
- Sociology: Examine society development, structure and functions
A maximum of 72 credit hours can be transferred into the program from a regionally accredited institution. If you have served in the U.S. military, 30 non-academic credit hours can be transferred for your service. Campbellsville offers generous transfer credit policies; you can view our transfer students page for more information.
“The instructors of the courses I have taken have really exceeded my expectations. They are so helpful with anything I have needed. They show they care about me as a student and my success completing the courses.” – Julia Keeton, BSW
Course Map
Our liberal arts and sciences degree consists of 120 credit hours of study and takes about four years to complete. General education courses make up 41 of the program’s credit hours, while each concentration includes 21 credit hours. An additional 58 credit hours of elective courses fulfill the remainder of the required credits. With maximum credits transferred, the program can be completed in about one year.
There are eleven concentrations available for the degree. Choose a concentration in business administration, Christian studies, criminal justice administration, mass communication or one of five social sciences.
The general education component of undergraduate degrees provides you with a basic understanding of a broad range of subjects. This supports the liberal arts emphasis of the university’s academic mission.
You must choose a total of 58 credit hours of elective courses to complete 120 credit hours required for the bachelor’s degree. 33 of the 58 elective credits must be upper level courses.
Take all of the following:
- BA 100: Introduction to Business
- BA 301: Marketing I
- BA 311: Principles of Management
- ECO 222: Microeconomics
- Three business electives, one course must be level 300-400
Take all of the following:
- CHS 230: Spiritual Formation
- CHS 356: Ministry of Christian Leadership
- CHS 354: Introduction to Christian Evangelism
- CHS 432: Christian Theology
- Three Christian studies electives, one course must be level 300-400
Take all of the following:
- SOC 110: Introduction to Sociology
- CJ 101: Introduction to the Criminal Justice System
- CJ 235: Criminology
- CJ 421: Corrections
- Three criminal justice electives, one course must be level 300-400
Take all of the following:
- ECO 110: Introduction to Economics
- Any upper division Economics course not previously taken
- Four social science electives, two courses must be upper division
Choose one of the following:
- ECO 221: Microeconomics
- ECO 222: Macroeconomics
Take all of the following:
- HST 110: United States to 1877
- HST 120: United States Since 1877
- Any upper division history course not previously taken
- Four social science electives, two courses must be upper division
Take all of the following:
- HP 201: Foundations in Human Performance (3 credit hours)
- HP 310: Nutrition (3 credit hours)
- HP 320: Human Sexuality (3 credit hours)
- HP 415: Ethics in Sport (3 credit hours)
- Choose three (3) Human Performance (HP) courses; one course must be 300-400 level: 9 credit hours
Choose one of the following:
- MAC 120: Fundamentals of Speech
- MAC 140: Introduction to Communication
Take all of the following:
- MAC 175: Introduction to Broadcasting and Digital Media
- MAC 210: Mass Media and Society
- MAC 365: Public Relations
- Three mass communication electives, one course must be level 300-400
Take all of the following:
- POL 110: American Government
- Any political science course not previously taken
- Any upper division political science course not previously taken
- Four social science electives, two courses must be upper division
Take all of the following:
- PSY 111: General Psychology
- Any psychology course not previously taken
- Any upper division psychology course not previously taken
- Four social science electives, two courses must be upper division
Take all of the following:
- SWK 311: Human Behavior and Social Environment I
- SWK 312: Human Behavior and Social Environment II
- SWK 210: Introduction to Social Work
- SWK 310: Social Policy and Planning
- 3 SWK electives: one course must be upper division.
Please note that this concentration does not lead to licensure.
Take all of the following:
- SOC 110: Introduction to Sociology
- Any sociology course not previously taken
- Any upper division sociology course not previously taken
- Four social science electives, two courses must be upper division
Admissions Requirements
To apply to Campbellsville’s liberal arts and sciences degree, prospective students must complete the following steps:
- Complete the online application.
- Submit official copies of transcripts from each college or university previously or currently attended, along with a complete record of all courses attempted, to the Office of Admissions.
- If transferring less than 24 credit hours, submit official high school transcript.
Costs & Financial Aid
The online liberal arts degree costs $424 per credit hour. In order to help students afford their education, Campbellsville University’s staff is available to work with students to discover available financial aid options.
Students can fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to find out what scholarships, grants, loans and payment plans are available for them. There are numerous options available, and not all financial aid is based on need.
A maximum of 72 credits can be transferred from a regionally accredited institution. Students who have served in the U.S. military can transfer up to 90 credits. Those wishing to transfer credits from an associate degree can easily do so through Campbellsville University’s Transfer Scholarship.
Campbellsville University is a Military Friendly school and a proud member of the Yellow Ribbon program. Students who are currently serving at home or abroad or are veterans can further their education in a conducive online environment.
Careers in Liberal Arts & Science
After graduating from Campbellsville University’s online liberal arts degree, you can pursue a variety careers. A few potential career outcomes include:
- HR specialist
- Marketing specialist
- Project management specialist
- Management analyst
Why Choose CU?
Campbellsville University Online seeks to provide an affordable faith-based education that fosters personal and professional growth for its students. Learning in small, 100% online classes, you'll have opportunities to connect one-on-one with expert professors who prioritize your success and value the experience you bring to the table. From day one, you'll also benefit from Campbellsville's student services, including a personal online academic advisor who will provide tailored assistance on your journey toward graduation. Access further support in the areas of mental health, career and finance, life management, technical resources and more. Finish strong with CU.
Learn MoreBenefits of Learning Online
Choosing to finish your degree 100% online means having the flexibility to study at the times and places that are most convenient for you. You'll learn from supportive, expert faculty members who are experienced in their fields and deliver the wellrounded education you need to take the next step in your career. Campbellsville is committed to the quality of its online courses and offers a dynamic selection of degree programs that are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? We’re here to help. Visit our Frequently Asked Questions page for more information.
- CU offers a variety of tuition payment arrangements such as: by month, by semester, by academic year. These arrangements are made through the Student Accounts Office which can be reached at 270-789-5203.
- Yes! You can search for outside scholarships online via Fastweb or CareerOneStop. In addition, scholarships may be available through community services, professional affiliations, or even your employer!
- You can apply to our 100% online degree programs through the online application form. Remember to submit official copies of your high school and/or college transcripts, along with any other required documentation that is specific to your degree program. You can visit the admissions process page to learn more about what to expect throughout the process.