The BA in Applied General Studies addresses the demand for an interdisciplinary major that allows students to design their own plan of study and combine courses across disciplinary boundaries.
BA in Applied General Studies
Overview
Customize Your Program
Students work with their advisor and an assigned faculty mentor to develop a customized educational plan of study.
Faculty Contact
Billie Gastic Rosado, PhD
(212) 992-8353
bgastic@nyu.edu
The NYU School of Professional Studies is proud to introduce the Achieve Scholarship, beginning in Fall 2022. Each year, 20 high-achieving applicants to bachelor's degree programs of the NYU SPS Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies (DAUS) will be awarded a $30,000 scholarship package in addition to other financial aid. Achieve Scholarship applicants must have completed their associate degree or the equivalent number of transferable credits prior to enrolling at NYU SPS, have a FAFSA on file for the upcoming academic year, and enroll full-time while at NYU SPS. Apply as soon as possible for priority consideration!
Program Structure
Core Courses
Core courses provide an in-depth exploration of the liberal arts that expands your critical thinking and analytical skills, increases your knowledge, and develops your intellect.
Internships
Earn academic credit while gaining industry experience. Work with coaches at the Wasserman Center to learn how to land an internship that will let you put what you have learned in the classroom into action.
Electives
Students select elective credits from DAUS course offerings in consultation with their advisor.
Capstone
Work in close consultation with a faculty advisor on a senior thesis or project in your field of study.
Core Requirements
The degree is a 128 credit program consisting of a required set of core courses (32 credits), foundation courses (16 credits), major requirements (60 credits), free electives (16 credits), and a graduation project (4 credits).
Foundation Courses
Students select 16 credits of foundation course work in consultation with their adviser and faculty mentor.
Major Requirements
Students select 60 credits of interdisciplinary course work in consultation with their adviser and faculty mentor. A minimum of 16 credits and a maximum of 32 credits must be chosen from the NYUSPS Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies Bachelor of Science and/or from an undergraduate degree within the School of Professional Studies.
Writing
The following courses may be required based on a writing placement assessment, and should be successfully completed within the first three semesters.
Critical Thinking
Students are required to take the following course.
Quantitative Reasoning
Students, in close consultation with their advisor, select Math 1 and Math II or one of the following other courses based on a math placement assessment.
Scientific Issues
Students select one of the following courses in consultation with their advisor.
Historical Perspectives
Students select one of the following courses in consultation with their advisor.
Global Perspectives
Students select one of the following courses in consultation with their advisor.
Literary and Artistic Expressions
Students select one of the following courses in consultation with their advisor.
Free Electives
Students select 16 elective credits in consultation with their adviser and faculty mentor.
Graduation Project
Students select one option in consultation with their advisor and faculty mentor.
Admissions Criteria
Applications will be reviewed for evidence of:
- Academic preparedness suggestive of success at the baccalaureate level
- Rationale for desire to pursue selected academic subject of study
- Personal attributes that predict readiness for advanced college-level work (e.g., motivation to learn, time management, personal responsibility, maturity)
- Self-reflection on work or life experiences that shape one’s educational and career goals
- Leadership skill or potential demonstrated through community service, volunteer positions or other activities
Associates degree or equivalent of 45 transferable college credits required
Recommended minimum 3.3 (B+) GPA
Domestic Application Deadlines
Fall Semester
Early Decision: July 1
Final: August 1
Spring Semester
Early Decision: November 1,
Final: January 1
International Application Deadlines
Fall Semester
Early Decision: February 1
Final: April 15
Spring Semester
Early Decision: August 1
Final: October 1
Required Documents
Personal Statement
Resume
Two Letters of Recommendation (1 required)
Official transcripts from all colleges attended
Standardized Tests (If required by Admissions team)
Fees
Application Fee $0
International Students
TOEFL scores are required for applicants who did not complete an undergraduate degree in the United States or in a country where the only primary language is not English. Successful candidates achieve a minimum score of 100 on the Internet-based test.
For the IELTS, a minimum overall band score of at least 7 is recommended.
NYUSPS does not prohibit applicants with lower TOEFL/IELTS scores from applying for admission since many factors influence the admissions decision.
Financing Your Education
We know that financial planning for your education is of the utmost importance. We want to support you. Click the link below to learn about financial aid opportunities or download the financial aid guidelines document.