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Online Associate of Arts in General Studies

School of Professional Studies

Building a Solid Foundation

Wherever you are in the process of earning a bachelor’s degree, Crown’s personalized, Christian online General and Liberal Studies degree program will get you there. It’s an accredited, online degree designed to fit you.

Transfer students are welcome to apply their existing credits, regardless of academic discipline, toward a degree plan that works for them.

Why study General Studies at Crown?

1.5X

Annual Median Earnings vs high school graduates

21

Available general elective credits

8

Week courses

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Advanced Degrees

Master of Business Administration
M.A. in Christian Studies
M.A. in Organizational Leadership

Faculty Spotlight

Dr. Darin Mather

Dean of Academic Initiatives

Dr. Jim Zapf

Dean, School of Professional Studies

Dr. Kellie Corti

Dean of Liberal Arts and Education | Chair of Humanities and Social Science | Professor of Communication

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COM 1010 - Introduction to Communication

This course prepares students to be more effective communicators in their personal and professional lives by introducing basic human communication principles for interpersonal, small group, intercultural and public speaking contexts.

ENG 1512 - Introduction to Literary Analysis

Continued instruction and practice in writing and the writing process are the focal points of this course, with emphasis on critical analysis of literary genres.

THE 3520 - Foundations of Christian Thought

This course provides a survey of the major theological concepts of Christianity with emphases on foundational biblical passages and historical development of Christian thought.

FAQs

How does online education work?

Online education uses digital technology and the internet to deliver educational content. Our courses are built to be 8-week courses. Students can access lectures, assignments, and resources through our online platform, Canvas. Communication with instructors and peers often occurs through discussion forums, video conferencing, and email.

What technology and equipment do I need for online classes?

Requirements may vary, but generally, students need a reliable computer and internet connection.

How do online exams and assessments work?

Online exams and assessments can take various forms, including multiple-choice quizzes, essays, and timed exams. Most classes utilize discussion posts each week, due every Thursday. All of these are available on our online program Canvas.

Will my credits transfer?

We generally accept credits from accredited institutions as long as the student maintained a C or higher in the course. To see a full list of what classes will transfer, you can visit Transferology or contact our registrar office at registrar@crown.edu.

What Financial Aid Options Are Available?

Crown College offers a wide-range of scholarships. For more information about financial aid, click here.

How will Crown help me grow in my faith?

At Crown College, every class is taught from a Biblical worldview. Our faculty are all followers of Christ and are comfortable incorporating Christian principles into their curriculum.

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Majors

General/Liberal Studies, B.S.
Business, B.S.
Biblical Studies, B.S.

Minors

Alcohol and Drug Counseling
Biblical Studies
Human Services

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