General Studies Degree

The general studies program at Indiana University – Purdue University – Fort Wayne 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 Indiana colleges that offer general studies degrees.

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Indiana University – Purdue University – Fort Wayne

50 W. Fall Creek Parkway N. Drive, Indianapolis, IN

Indiana University - Purdue University - Fort Wayne provides a variety of program options for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Fort Wayne, IN and publically funded. Approximately 14,000 students are enrolled per year at IPFW.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs IPFW offers:

• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Public Administration And Social Services

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then studied by admissions officials. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1260 - 1600 for the SAT exam and within the range of 18 - 24 for the ACT exam is common among students admitted to IPFW. Roughly 90% of all applicant were admitted at this school, with 81% of those accepted choosing to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.

The tuition at Indiana University - Purdue University - Fort Wayne varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay approximately $7,400 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $18,000 annually. School housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is estimated to be $6,700. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for IPFW is the "Mastodons", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs offered include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Soccer (NCAA Division I-AAA)

Students can visit the school's http://www.iupui.edu to see additional information.

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

• Indianapolis-Carmel-Anderson, IN
  • Total Employment: 710

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