Wondering whether a degree in liberal arts might be right for you? Contact our office to ask questions or set up a conversation with one of our advisors.
Phone: 530-898-5802
Email: lbst1@csuchico.edu
No two paths are the same in our fully online liberal arts program. In this flexible major, you’ll dive into big ideas and real-world issues across four key areas: arts and tech, history and justice, health and the environment, and community and human development.
With the power to choose courses that speak to your career goals and a schedule that supports your lifestyle, you'll build a personalized degree that connects your passion with your future in the only fully online liberal arts degree in the California State University system. Whether you’re finishing a degree you started or looking to forge a new path, this program gives you the freedom to move forward, your way.
Design Your Future
From conservation ecology to the sociology of human stress, customize your education with courses that energize you. Build skills in writing, analysis, and problem-solving—then tie it all together with a capstone that connects your learning to your career goals.
Level-Up Your Career Prospects
In a world that’s changing fast—with new tech and global connections shaping every field—a liberal arts degree gives you something powerful: flexibility. Instead of locking into just one career, you’ll build the skills to adapt, think critically, and thrive in many different paths.
Prepare for careers in almost any industry from nonprofit management to writing, public relations, social services, urban planning, local government, and more. This program helps you develop skills like:
- Critical thinking and analytical skills
- Strong writing and communication abilities
- Cultural and global awareness
- Teamwork and leadership experience
- Real-world problem-solving skills
- Ethical reasoning and civic engagement
Build a Degree That Works for You
Your life doesn’t follow a single path—and your education shouldn’t either. The bachelor’s degree in liberal arts is designed with flexibility in mind, so you can finish your degree on your terms and use it to move forward in your career.
100% Online, 100% Doable
Earn your degree from anywhere while balancing work, family, and life. This fully online program is built for working adults—with asynchronous classes, supportive faculty, and advisors who understand your unique needs.
Courses That Match Your Goals
Shape your education around your interests and experience. You’ll choose from nearly 70 classes across 28 departments to design a personalized degree that supports your goals and keeps you motivated.
A Capstone That Counts
End your program with a meaningful project that ties everything together. Your senior capstone lets you dive deep into an issue that connects with your current or future career—giving you something powerful to showcase as you move ahead.
Find Your People. Fuel Your Passions.
Even as an online student, you’ll find connection through 240+ student groups, leadership opportunities, and shared passions. Whether you're advocating for change, joining a virtual club, or diving into social impact projects, you’ll be part of a welcoming, values-driven Wildcat community.
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Wondering whether a degree in liberal arts might be right for you? Contact our office to ask questions or set up a conversation with one of our advisors.
Phone: 530-898-5802
Email: lbst1@csuchico.edu