College of Arts and Sciences

BLS Degree F.A.Q.

Q. I have applied and been accepted to BGSU in the past but never attended. Do I need to reapply?
A. If it has been less than one year since you applied call the Office of Admissions (419-372-BGSU) to reprocess your application. If it has been longer than one year, you will need to reapply.

Q. Could you please send me information regarding financial aid?
A. There is a lot of information available for review on the BGSU Student Financial Aid website.

Q. Can I pick any degree and take it all online?
A. This is one of the degree completion programs that is available online through the College of Arts & Sciences. Visit Online Learning at BGSU for other BGSU degrees available in the online format.

Q. I understand that I will not have a major or minor if I pursue a BLS degree; however, can I have a concentration in one area?
A. Yes. You may take up to 27 semester hours in one discipline from the list of approved coursework for the Liberal Studies major.

Q. How many hours can I take in Business towards my BLS degree?
A. All hours taken in the College of Business Administration are considered to be outside the College of Arts & Sciences. You are allowed to take 22 semester hours of courses outside of the College.  Please check your Degree Audit to view your specific remaining degree requirements.

Q. If I am pursuing an online BLS degree, but live outside Ohio, will I be charged out-of-state fees?
A. Any student enrolled in any Distance Learning Program at BGSU will be eligible for the Distance Learning Undergraduate Fee Rate, whether they live in or outside of the State of Ohio. Please refer to the Office of the Bursar for further detail.