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BA/BS in General Studies (Online)

Carleton University

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada•QS 2027 #801-850

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BA/BS in General Studies (Online) is a bachelor's degree in Liberal Arts programme taught at Carleton University in Ottawa, Canada. The programme runs for 3 years, delivered in a hybrid format. Tuition for international students is CAD 41,384 per year (CAD 7,624 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Field: Liberal Arts
Duration: 3 years
Delivery: Hybrid
Local tuition: CAD 7,624 / year
International tuition: CAD 41,384 / year

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: admissions.carleton.ca ·

Program details

Overview

General Studies is a 15-credit, non-honours Bachelor of Arts degree that can be completed entirely online, or through a mix of online and in-person courses. It allows students to engage with a broad range of ideas across the humanities, social sciences, and culture and communications, tailoring their studies by selecting from a wide variety of subject areas and hundreds of online and in-person courses, with the option to add a minor. In-person practicum and field courses provide opportunities to apply the knowledge gained through the degree in the workplace. The flexible, largely online structure is designed to suit students who need to study around other commitments. The program is offered at Carleton University. This flexible structure suits students balancing study with work, family, or other commitments.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: The Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including a minimum of six 4U or M courses. The six 4U or M courses must include a 4U course in English (or anglais). An overall average of at least 70% is normally required to be considered for admission; higher averages are required for admission to programs for which the demand for places by qualified applicants exceeds the number of places available.

About Carleton University

“Ours the Task Eternal”

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Suburban
Founded: 1942
Students: 30,675
QS rank: #801-850
Programs: 243
Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does BA/BS in General Studies (Online) award?

Carleton University awards a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Liberal Arts on completion of this programme.

How long does BA/BS in General Studies (Online) take?

The programme runs for 3 years.

How much does BA/BS in General Studies (Online) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 41,384 per year (CAD 7,624 per year for local students).

Can BA/BS in General Studies (Online) be studied online?

Partly — the programme uses a hybrid format combining online and on-campus study.

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