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Finish at Home

What You Started at BYU

  • Flexible online classes
  • Over 2,400 graduates
  • Accredited

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Today
It's Your Turn

Whether you’ve been away from campus for a while or have recently been enrolled on campus and need more flexibility, if you have completed 27 credits in Provo, the Bachelor of General Studies (BGS) program is designed for you. With the BGS program, you can finish your BYU degree from anywhere, on your own schedule, thanks to BYU Independent Study and other select offerings.

Make Your Dreams

Become Your Reality

The success of our students is important to us, and our students agree.

687

Students in the program

80%

Satisfied or very satisfied

41 States

Five countries represented

26 Years

Established in 1998

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Here to Help Every Step of the Way

Whether you’re exploring the BGS program to understand your path to graduation or you’re a current student seeking support, our academic advisors are here to assist you every step of the way.

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Discover Your Passion

Elective courses listed in each emphasis include only the Independent Study courses currently available. Also listed with each emphasis are general categories of BYU campus courses that can also be used to satisfy the emphasis electives.

Your Future Awaits
Overcoming Obstacles

Simple Application Process

Online Application

Application Fee

Ecclesiastical Endorsement

Acceptance

Choose an Emphasis

Elective courses listed in each emphasis include only the Independent Study courses currently available. Also listed with each emphasis are general categories of BYU campus courses that can also be used to satisfy the emphasis electives.

Complete Your Course Work

You will have the opportunity to work with highly qualified BYU professors, gaining expertise in your chosen field. All courses can be completed completely remote. Night and evening courses are offered to fit your busy schedule.

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Achieve Your Goal

With eight years to complete the program and flexible course hours, we are supporting you on your path to BYU graduation.

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Inspire Your Family

Leave Your Legacy

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