BS in University Studies

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BS in University Studies

Customize your education

Students who desire to tailor their own program can graduate with a Bachelor's of Science in University Studies. The University Studies degree requires the completion of Foundations and university requirements, a minor, and two clusters (or two minors and a cluster), and at least 120 credit hours, of which 30 must be upper division and 30 must be taken in residence. The last 15 credits must be taken in residence at BYU-Idaho.

What are the classes like?

BYU-Idaho's online courses mirror campus courses. They follow the same semester format and use the learning model. Student will have regular due dates for assignments and should expect to interact with their instructors and peers often.

How long will this program take?

Our online degree program allows students the flexibility to finish their degree while balancing a busy life. Students can accelerate to graduation by taking classes all three semesters each year, or take a semester off when needed. Students must complete the program within eight years.

What will I study?

Students may choose either two minors and one cluster, or two clusters and one minor.

Minors	Clusters
Business	Communication
Communication	Marriage and family
English	General Business
Marriage and family	Literature
	Intro to English Studies
	Administrative Assistant

View all the degree requirements in the University Catalog and check course availability.

Where do I begin?

Students who meet the admission requirements can apply to be directly admitted into a online degree program. These students will start by taking the online orientation course, a one credit course offered every block. This course prepares students to succeed online and charts a course to graduation. Pathway students who complete Academic Start do not need to take GS 111.