Bachelors

Professional Studies, BGS

Bachelor of General Studies Degree with a Concentration in Professional Studies

The online Bachelor of General Studies degree (BGS) with an area of concentration in Professional Studies allows students to customize their degree with guidance from an academic adviser.

120

Total Credits

$268

Cost Per Credit

Online

UNK

Why students choose this program:

Ability to customize the degree by selecting coursework in areas such as management, marketing, accounting, family studies, interior design, physical education, social work and more.
Generous transfer credit policy accepting of nontraditional credit.
Flexible, online delivery allowing working adults to continue to work in their profession while completing coursework on a part-time basis.
Ability to network with professionals from across the country.

The University of Nebraska at Kearney embodies Kearney, Nebraska’s caring community and focuses highly on experiential learning and value. The campus wants to help students make a difference, in a learning environment that's different.

UNK delivers quality, affordable education to Nebraskans and beyond as part of its mission, which is committed to being one of the nation’s premier undergraduate institutions with excellent graduate education, scholarship, and public service.

Learning at UNK

Career Outlook

A General Studies, BGS degree prepares students for a variety of careers. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, professionals who have attained a bachelor’s degree earn an average $27,000 more per year than those who has attained a high school diploma. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, professionals with a bachelor’s degree have experienced lower unemployment rates than those with a high school diploma.

Finance Your Education

The University of Nebraska offers some of the most affordable tuition rates in the region, particularly for our online programs. Explore the array of funding options to finance your education in a way that makes sense for you.

Online tuition rates are calculated by credit hour and college offering the course and, because the University of Nebraska is a public institution supported by Nebraska taxpayers, Nebraska residents may receive a lower tuition rate than out-of-state students.

Cost Per Credit
In-State	Out-of-State
$268	$410
Note: Campuses may charge additional fees; see the Paying for School page for more details.

Financial Aid and Scholarships

We believe cost should not be a barrier to accessing higher education, even for online programs. Financial aid and scholarships are available for many students. Please see the Paying for School page for additional information and links to campus financial aid resources.

Military and Veteran Services

Our programs are an ideal way for military, veterans, and dependents to advance education with military advisers and staff on each campus, flexible deployment and activation policies, and generous acceptance of transfer credits. Visit our Prospective Student page and explore what the University of Nebraska offers.

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Transfer Credits

If you are a college student considering transferring courses, an adult returning to college or a high school student with college credit, Transfer Nebraska is for you.

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