General Studies Degree

The general studies program at Salish Kootenai 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 Montana colleges that offer general studies degrees.

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Salish Kootenai College (SKC)

1511 Poly Drive, Billings, MT

SKC, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Pablo, Montana, the school offers a rural setting for students to study in. As a tribal college, the school's primary function is to serve residents of the reservation and to provide postsecondary educational options for its residents. Approximately a thousand students are enrolled per year at Salish Kootenai College.

Students may choose from several areas of study, including:

• Nursing
• Construction, Heavy Equipment Operation
• Business Administration
• Elementary Education

The school has an open enrollment policy, accepting any students that meet the minimum requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, test scores, and admissions essays may be needed for certain programs.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay close to $4,500 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $12,000 for the year. The price of on-campus housing is approximately $2,500 per year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.

Students who wish to see more about this school can check out their website at http://www.skc.edu.

Students Enrolled in the General Studies Program

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

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