The University offers a bachelor's degree in general studies designed for students who have already earned 75 or more college credits and now wish to complete a degree.  

Students eligible for admission to the General Studies Major must have completed at least 75 credits with a cumulative grade point average of no less than 2.0 in all prior undergraduate coursework. Students will develop a program of study in conjunction with a General Studies advisor which will be approved by the General Studies Council.  

Students may select one of the 3 options listed below.  

OPTION 1

• Complete ISU Foundational Studies requirements.
• Complete an ISU minor or a minor equivalent.
• Complete 21 credits of Upper Division Integrative Electives.
• Complete GS 499 Capstone Project.
   

OPTION 2

• Complete ISU Foundational Studies requirements.
• Complete two ISU minors.
• Complete GS 499 Capstone Project.

OPTION 3

• Complete ISU Foundational Studies requirements.
• Complete an ISU minor.
• Complete a minor equivalent.
• Complete GS 499 Capstone Project.

Keep in mind that the minimum requirements for a degree also include 120 earned credits and 45 credits at the 300-400 level.