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A flexible option for students with prior college credit.

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New UConn Students

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Returning UConn Students

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Uncompromising. Flexible. Convenient.

UConn’s Bachelor of General Studies (BGS) is a degree completion program for students with prior college credit who want to finish a bachelor’s degree in Connecticut. Designed for transfer students, current UConn students, former UConn students, and other returning adult learners, BGS offers flexible online, hybrid, evening, and on-campus classes across all five UConn campuses. Students can transfer up to 90 credits, work with an academic advisor to build a personalized plan of study and complete a UConn bachelor’s degree on a schedule that fits work, family, and other responsibilities.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Established Since 1977

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R1 Institute

A Carnegie Class R1 Research Institution.

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Top Ranked Public University

Ranked #32 among Top Public Universities

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Flexible Learning

Classes available in-person, remote, or hybrid.

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5 Campuses

Locations throughout Connecticut

(Storrs, Stamford, Hartford, Avery Point, Waterbury)

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NECHE Accredited

High Quality Standards recognized by NECHE

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QUICK FACTS & APPLICATION INFORMATION

By the Numbers

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60

Credits

Are required for admissions into this program.

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2.7

GPA

Is the minimum cumulative gpa for admissions.

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90

Credits

Is the maximum transfer credits that may apply towards your bachelors degree.

No Associate Degree Required to Apply.

Flexible online, hybrid, evening, and on-campus classes across Connecticut.