General Studies

Program Benefits

• Graduate in as little as 28 months with a relevant and versatile base of knowledge.
• Learn from faculty who possess high degrees in their fields, who have relevant and valuable real-world experience and who make an effort to know you personally.
• Enjoy our small class sizes and supportive campus community.
• Gain a degree which allows you to continue your studies in any program.

What to Expect

As a student in Trevecca’s general studies program, you’ll gain a well-rounded education in a variety of topics. This associate degree gives you a solid foundation on which to build your career or continue your studies in any four-year degree program.

The general studies degree equips you to:

1. Understand oral and written communication theory and to demonstrate effective communication skills.
2. Understand global civilization, human behavior and religion through historical, literary and aesthetic texts and records. 
3. Understand and demonstrate various intellectual modes of critical thinking.
4. Understand cultural diversity and to hone and display a capacity for positively engaging with others.
5. Articulate the foundational themes of the Bible and use intellectual strategies to study scripture.

This associate degree is perfect if you are hoping to take advantage of the Tennessee Promise scholarship. Instead of attending a two-year school and then transferring to Trevecca, this program allows you to complete your associate degree and then to transition seamlessly into a four-year degree so you can continue your studies and complete your degree at Trevecca.

Why Choose Trevecca?

Founded in 1901 and a leader in online education for more than two decades, Trevecca helps students discover and pursue an individual calling by providing innovative instruction; cultivating a supportive, Christ-centered community; and establishing relationships that open doors.

Recognized nationally and locally for academic quality, Trevecca has earned a reputation for providing the world with servant leaders, problem solvers and difference makers. Trevecca’s holistic approach to education encompasses intellectual, social, emotional, physical and spiritual growth.

As a Christian university, we offer programs that explore the ways faith intersects with your field of study. This means you can gain your general studies degree in a supportive, Christian community with small classroom sizes and engaged faculty members who care about you and your goals.

Career Opportunities

With a general studies degree, you’ll gain a broad and versatile foundation for your future goals. You can keep your options open for moving into a career, or prepare to pursue a four-year degree in any number of programs at Trevecca.