“Life calls—then calls again.”
Intent on finishing what she started at BYU, Emily felt relief and excitement when she spotted the BGS poster at church. Through BYU’s Bachelor of General Studies Program, she completed her degree as a wife and mother.
“It has given me greater confidence.”
Over 37 years were to pass before Brenda's dream of a BYU graduation came true. Her experience in the BGS Program at BYU has been an exciting adventure, reminding her that life is a continual learning process.
“I'm forever grateful for this experience.”
The Bachelor of General Studies Program helped Jazmine to accomplish goals she had never thought possible. She was able to finish her degree while fulfilling her responsibilities as a devoted mother and wife.
“Reach out and grab the future.”
After becoming the first person in his family to graduate with a bachelor's degree, Ron pressed on toward a graduate education in law and business. His BGS educational experience helped him see what he truly is capable of doing.

BYU Bachelor of General Studies

BGS Writing Resources

Links to style guides (APA & MLA)

APA Style: Used in social sciences, education, engineering, and business.

MLA Style: Used in English, literature, and humanities.

Independent Study Free Tutoring Services

BYU Independent Study's Tutoring Program is free to all of our students. They now offer tutoring for most high school courses and select university courses. Students can receive one-on-one assistance to help them through rough spots in their course. Tutoring is available by appointment on a first come, first serve basis.

Purdue Owl (Online Writing Lab)

Online Writing Lab

(Writing style helps, sample research papers, grammar, etc.)

BYU Writing Center

BYU Writing Services and Resources

BYU Harold B. Lee Library

Library Research Guides by emphasis:

Step-by-Step Guide & Research Rescue

The Research Rescue Guide will help you understand how to efficiently and effectively do basic research.

StDev 490: Bachelor of General Studies Capstone Library Guide

Capstone Library Guide

Pearson Writer

Pearson Writer offers writing support for anyone - regardless of skill level, subject, or discipline. Short tutorials, modules, and samples are available on a variety of topics. Pearson Writer takes care of the labor-intensive details of writing-gathering and citing sources, proofreading for grammar and usage, and staying organized. For only $15 per year you will have access to writing help and feedback.

Contact Us

Business Hours

Monday–Friday (except holidays)
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. mountain time

Street Address

Harman Continuing Education Building
770 E University Pkwy
Provo UT 84602

Travel Directions

Program Office

Bachelor of General Studies
102 HCEB
770 E University Pkwy
Provo UT 84602

801-422-4351

bgs@byu.edu

Registration Office

Bachelor of General Studies
116 HCEB
770 E University Pkwy
Provo UT 84602

Local: 801-422-8925
Toll-free: 1-877-221-6716

“Life calls—then calls again.”

“It has given me greater confidence.”

“I'm forever grateful for this experience.”

“Reach out and grab the future.”