General Studies Degree

The general studies program at Garden City Community 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 Kansas colleges that offer general studies degrees.

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Garden City Community College (FSCC)

2108 S Horton, Fort Scott, KS

In 1919, Garden City Community College opened its doors to meet the post-secondary needs of its local community. Nearly a hundred years later, it still stands as a bastion of higher learning on the Kansas landscape. A member of the Kansas Jayhawks Community College Conference, GCCC offers a variety of “Broncbuster” and “Lady Broncbuster” sports programs.

Garden City is known for its accredited nursing program. The school also offers associate degrees according to academic divisions and course certification in various disciplines, including business, cosmetology, and criminal justice. And the school’s continuing education program has adult education classes and community education.

With residence halls and a notable athletics division, GCCC outshines many other public community colleges. Students who live on campus are able to enjoy a total college experience without traveling far from home or paying “the big bucks” the same experience would cost at a larger institution. With its proven record, prestigious athletics, and very affordable tuition, Garden city is a great place to start your post-secondary education!

Students Enrolled in the General Studies Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. FSCC 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

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