General Studies Degree

The general studies program at Eastfield College prepares students for careers in various professional fields, including education, law, government, health care, real estate, social service, and private industry. The program focuses on individual instruction in the general arts, general science, or unstructured studies. Program courses include: areas of study tailored to the individual to enhance learning in fields of interest. Get more details below including other Texas colleges that offer general studies degrees.

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Eastfield College

Also known as A&M-Commerce

2600 South Neal Street, Commerce, TX

Eastfield College, located in Mesquite, TX, is a two-year college located in a suburban environment outside of Plano. EFC’s enrollment policy is considered “public”, meaning the school ensures a 100% acceptance rate.

Academic programs and majors at Eastfield College include business management, communications, computer and information systems, security and protective services, visual and performing arts, public administration, as well as liberal arts.

Prospective students can earn associate degrees in these subjects and more, and certificate programs are also offered, all for a low cost, competitive in state tuition rate of under $2,500 per year.

Lacking dormitories, EFC is a commute-only campus. This will likely prove beneficial for older students and other potential students with responsibilities outside of classes, such as those with jobs and/or young children.  Course scheduling at Eastfield College takes this into consideration, making the campus an excellent choice for part-time students.

Athletically-minded students will find that Eastfield College offers a number of sports choices for both men and women. Team sport activities offered at Eastfield College include baseball, softball, tennis, volleyball, and soccer.

Students desiring a quick bite to eat between classes have access to not only several conveniently located vending machines, a campus bookstore, but also a full-service Subway restaurant, open from breakfast to dinner.

For more information on academic programs, services, and campus life at Eastfield College, visit the school website.

Students Enrolled in the General Studies Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Eastfield College offers an associate's degree program in general studies.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Postsecondary Teachers, All Other

Description

All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Dallas-Plano-Irving, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 580
  • Average Annual Salary: $65540

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).