Regis University School of Humanities & Social Sciences
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts
Regis University’s Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts prepares career-oriented adults and professionals with highly marketable, in-demand skills that can be applied within a variety of job markets, including business, government, social services, education, and science.
Class Format
Classroom- Available in accelerated 5- and 8-week terms
Tuition
Classroom-based courses: $365 /credit hour
Total Degree Requirements
128 Credit Hours
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The Regis CPS classroom-based degree offers you, the adult student, with a strong, basic educational experience that integrates knowledge of classic Liberal Arts, emphasizing and strengthening leadership in everyday living.
Regis CPS Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts curriculum presents you with choices in the following areas of specialization:
- Catholic Studies
- English
- Irish Studies
- Philosophy
- Public Administration
- Religious Studies
In today’s volatile economy, most companies and organizations—from small businesses and nonprofits, to major corporations and global enterprises—are reevaluating how they operate, developing new tactics to overcome challenges, while implementing strategies to secure their future success. Because of this, professionals with excellent communication, critical-thinking and problem-solving skills are highly sought after in today’s marketplace.
The Liberal Arts degree from Regis CPS equips you with these skills, preparing you to play a significant and leading role in the strategic success of today’s range of companies.
Who should enroll in the Regis University CPS Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts program?
The Regis CPS classroom-based Liberal Arts degree program suits you, the busy professional, offering flexibility and convenience. It’s designed for adult students like you who seek to understand how ethical decision making works in a business environment, the basic knowledge of logic and reasoning, and the interaction aspects of social groups, while learning the key elements to effective written and oral communication.
The Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts program lays the foundation for you to continue your adult student education in our Master of Arts or Regis MBA program or through other graduate degrees from our Regis CPS School of Humanities & Social Sciences.
Flexible Learning Formats That Fit Your Lifestyle
Regis University CPS offers courses in the classroom, online, and as Guided Independent Study (GIS). Our accelerated 5- and 8-week course formats will put you on the fast track to earning your degree.
Click on a topic below to learn more about your degree:Start Dates
| Term | Classes Begin | Classes End | Registration Ends for Online Courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2 - 2009 | October 19 | December 13 | October 14 |
| Spring 1 - 2010 | January 11 | March 7 | January 7 |
| Spring 2 - 2010 | March 8 | May 2 | March 4 |
| Summer 1 - 2010 | May 10 | July 4 | May 5 |
| Summer 2 - 2010 | July 5 | August 29 | June 30 |
| Term | Classes Begin | Classes End |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2 - 2009 | September 28 | November 1 |
| Fall 3 - 2009 | November 2 | December 6 |
| Spring 1 - 2010 | January 11 | February 14 |
| Spring 2 - 2010 | February 15 | March 21 |
| Spring 3 - 2010 | March 22 | April 25 |
| Summer 1 - 2010 | May 10 | June 13 |
| Summer 2 - 2010 | June 14 | July 18 |
| Summer 3 - 2010 | July 19 | August 22 |
Required Courses
Total Degree Requirements (128 Credit Hours)
Core Studies Requirements (45 Credit Hours)
- Oral and Written Communication (3 Credit Hours)
- English Composition (3 Credit Hours)
- Advanced Oral and Written Communication (3 Credit Hours)
- Literature/Humanities (6 Credit Hours)
- Global Issues (6 Credit Hours)
- Social Sciences (6 Credit Hours)
- Mathematics (3 Credit Hours)
- Natural Sciences (3 Credit Hours)
- Philosophy (6 Credit Hours)
- Religious Studies (6 Credit Hours)
Foundational Courses (21 Credit Hours)
- EN 325 Research Writing (3 Credit Hours)
- HS 240E-W Western Civilization (6 Credit Hours)
- PL 250 Introduction to Philosophy (3 Credit Hours)
- SO 200 Introduction to Sociology (3 Credit Hours)
- Natural Science/Mathematics (3 Credit Hours)
Choose one course from the following:
- BA 495E Ethical Decision-Making in Business (3 Credit Hours)
- COM 427 Communication Ethics (3 Credit Hours)
- PL 360 Ethics (3 Credit Hours)
Upper Division Requirements (24 Credit Hours)
- Upper Division Fine Arts, Humanities, Literature (9 Credit Hours)
- Upper Division Social Science (9 Credit Hours)
- HU 483 Capstone Research: Principles and Methods (3 Credit Hours)
- HU 493 Senior Capstone (3 Credit Hours)
Specialization (Optional) (12 Credit Hours)
Catholic Studies
- CAS 409 Justice and Peace (3 Credit Hours)
- CAS 412 Catholic Life and Thought (3 Credit Hours)
- CAS 416 Ignatian Spirituality (3 Credit Hours)
- CAS 420E-W Catholic Traditions in Society and Culture (3 Credit Hours)
English
- EN 406 Women Authors (3 Credit Hours)
- EN 407 Minority Voices (3 Credit Hours)
- EN 408 Modern American Perspectives (3 Credit Hours)
- EN 475 Business Writing (3 Credit Hours)
Irish Studies
Twelve credit hours selected from the following:
- IRSH 410E Introduction to Irish Studies: Early Christian Ireland 431-1169 (3 Credit Hours)
- IRSH 410F Introduction to Irish Studies: Medieval Ireland 1169-1603 (3 Credit Hours)
- IRSH 410G Introduction to Irish Studies: Early Modern Ireland 1603-1845 (3 Credit Hours)
- IRSH 410H Introduction to Irish Studies: Modern Ireland 1845-1998 (3 Credit Hours)
- IRSH 410I Introduction to Irish Studies: Social and Political Change in Contemporary Ireland (3 Credit Hours)
Philosophy
- PL 451F Philosophical Perspectives: Classical Philosophy (3 Credit Hours)
- PL 451I Philosophical Perspectives: American Philosophy (3 Credit Hours)
- PL 451J Philosophical Perspectives: Advanced Philosophy Topics (3 Credit Hours)
- PL 485F Themes in Religion and Philosophy: Philosophies of Religion (3 Credit Hours)
Religious Studies
Twelve upper division credit hours of Religious Studies or Religion and Culture courses selected in consultation with an advisor.
Minor (Optional) (0 or 12 Credit Hours)
General Electives (14 or 26 or 38 Credit Hours)
Thirty-eight elective hours of general academic courses are required if a minor is not chosen. Technical credit may be used to meet this requirement.
Tuition Comparison
Find out how the cost of an undergraduate degree from Regis University compares to other higher education institutions
| Institution | Semester Hours Required | Cost per Semester Hour | Estimated Fees for Program | ***Estimated Total Tuition and Fees for 30 Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regis University | 128 | $365 | $50 | $11,000 |
| Argosy University | 120 | $510 | $1,648 (incl. tech fee of $10/cr.hr.) | $18,300 |
| Colorado Christian University | 128 | $697 avg. ($10,450 per semester/12-17 credit hrs.) | $180 | $21,080 (2 semesters) |
| Colorado State University 1 | 120 | $3,431/15 hrs. appx. $228/hr. | $2,578/15 hrs. | $12,098 |
| DeVry University | 124 (BSBA) | $550 (1-11 cr./$330 for 12+ cr.) | $50 | $14,790 |
| Metro State College of Denver | 120 | $2,445/15 hrs (appx. $163/hr.) | $1,182 | $5,678 |
| University of Colorado-Colorado Springs | 120 (BS in Business) | $2902 | $893 | $8700 appx. + appl. fees. |
| University of Phoenix3 | 120 | $375 | $3,400 | $12,100 |
1Does not include COF Stipend
2Varies by student classification. College opportunity fund stipend ($68/cr.) may be deducted if received.
3Based on "Upper-Division Bachelor's" (material fee-$85/course/40 courses)
***Approximate total tuition and credit hour based on estimate that most CPS students have transfer credits and complete their undergraduate degree with 30 credit hours.
| Institution | Semester Hours Required | Cost per Semester Hour | Estimated Fees for Program | ***Estimated Total Tuition and Fees for 30 Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regis University | 128 | $460 | $50 | $13,850 |
| Argosy University | 120 | $510 | $1,648 (incl. tech fee of $10/cr. hr.) | $18,300 |
| Capella University1 | 121 | $485 | $325 | $14,875 |
| CSU (Colorado State University) Global Campus | 120 | $299 | $25 | $8,995 |
| Colorado Technical University | 121 | $490 | $50 | $14,750 |
| DeVry University | 124 | $525 (1-11cr.); $330 (12+ cr.) | $50 | $14,130 |
| Jones International University | 120 | $475 | $2760 | $14,960 |
| Kaplan University1 | 121 | $523 | $795 | $15,940 |
| Nova Southeastern University | 120 | $540 | $1,800 | $16,200 |
| University of Maryland- University College |
120 | $499 | $1,060 | $15,610 |
| University of Phoenix2 | 120 | $5302 | $3,4002 | $16,7502 |
| Walden University1 | 121 | $380 | $480 | $11,540 |
1Quarter-hours converted to semester hours
2Based on "Upper-Division Bachelor's" (material fee-$85/course/40 courses)
***Approximate total tuition and credit hour based on estimate that most CPS students have transfer credits and complete their undergraduate degree with 30 credit hours.
Admission Requirements
Submitting an application is the first step toward achieving your personal and professional goal of earning a Bachelor's degree. Students with prior college credit, military credit, professional licenses or certificates, or several years of work experience may be able to translate this experience directly into college credit.
An enrollment counselor will help evaluate your prior learning credit, provide valuable information regarding financial aid and tuition assistance, recommend programs and classes, and help you get started with the application process.
Materials Needed for Application and Admission
- Completed Online Undergraduate Application Form.
- $50.00 nonrefundable application fee (waived for previous Regis University students).
- Writing Skills Placement Essay.
- If you have never attended college, request official high school or GED transcripts, to be sent directly to the CPS Undergraduate Office of Admissions.
- Document you have at least 3 years of full-time work experience after high school. Applicants who do not meet this requirement may submit a letter of appeal to the Dean of Undergraduate Programs.
- Provide prior college official transcripts within 30 days from the start of first class (or official high school or GED transcripts).
- Additional admission requirements apply to international students who are non-U.S. citizens.
Evan Abbott
Affiliate Faculty
"I think Regis students meet the challenge because we as faculty help them see how their life experience, combined with the power of academic knowledge, can help them accomplish their goals while serving their communities."