Real BGS Stories
What do students, graduates, and faculty say about BGS?
What About BGS?
BGS students bring a wide range of goals, experiences, and life paths to UConn. The statements below reflect how students and graduates describe the program’s flexibility, impact, and role in helping them move forward
BGS STUDENT TESTIMONIALS
Career Growth &
New Opportunity
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The Bachelor of General Studies program gave me the necessary tools to start a new career path with a strong and solid platform.
Robert Cruz
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I didn’t want to be sitting in the limbo pile, just waiting another 20 years until I could retire. I am looking at the next phase of my life. The years go by anyway, so why not do something worthwhile like returning to school?`
Judy Lopez
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The BGS program changed my life in such a big way. I did feel discouraged initially, but when I found out about the program, I remember saying to myself, ‘Yes, I can do this! Yes, I can apply to graduate school!
Michael Brockette
HOW THE PROCESS WORKS
Flexibility and Balance
Students often cite flexibility as one of the program’s biggest strengths,
especially when balancing education with work, family, and other responsibilities.
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The BGS program was very fulfilling and very challenging without being overwhelming.
Robert “Bo” Diaz
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BGS allowed me to get whatever I needed done. I got a really well-rounded education at UConn; I got to do things I never thought I would do.
Dr. Brian Nathanson
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For somebody who has a full-time job or something else going on in their lives, BGS gives you that flexibility. You can still do whatever you need to be doing and get your education at the same time.
Munira Okovic
BGS STUDENT TESTIMONIALS
Finding Direction & Confidence
BGS can also help students clarify their goals, build confidence, and create momentum toward the future they want.
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UConn gave me the opportunity to explore different topics, rule out the things I couldn’t see myself doing, and figure out who I was as an individual and what I really wanted to do.
Julianna Velazque
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I have been teaching at UConn for over 40 years and have had many BGS students in my classes. One of the program’s biggest advantages is the tremendous flexibility BGS students have in shaping their program to meet their needs. While BGS does have some general education requirements, it offers students quite a wide range of opportunities to take many different types of courses.
Dr. Joel Blatt
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Whether you want to finish your degree to prepare for graduate study, or move forward in your career, BGS can help you develop a plan that fits your goals and your life.
