LIBERAL STUDIES
SUGGESTED MINORS
The Liberal Studies program is ideal for incoming students who are unsure of their career path. A degree in Liberal Studies offers students a chance to design an academic program appropriate to their unique career or professional goals.
Available in a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science, this program is ideal for students who desire or require more flexibility than is available in other major programs. Liberal Studies may be particularly helpful for the student who is preparing for professional or specialized graduate school.
CAREER COMPETENCIES
SUCCESS AS A SAINT
Check the advising worksheet in The Halo to review your major requirements.
Discuss your progression and future goals with a Success Coach.
Talk to a Career Educator about your steps after Limestone in terms of further education, career goals, certifications, and more.
Get the experience you need through opportunities at Limestone using Saints Maps.
HOW TO USE THIS MAP
Use this map to help plan and guide your experience at Limestone; including academic and co-curricular opportunities. Each student’s Limestone experience is different and activities in this map are suggestions. Always consult with your advisors whenever possible for new opportunities and updates.
Business Administration Christian Studies Gender Studies International Studies Psychology Career & Self-Development Communication Critical Thinking Teamwork
ENGAGE
Review your 4-year degree plan and the academic catalog and decide on the Arts or Sciences track
Introduce yourself to your First-Year Advisor/ Success Coach and meet with them regularly
Discover library resources and the Equity & Inclusion Office
Join an on-campus organization to gain more connections
Explore volunteer and service-learning opportunities or job-shadowing
Participate in speaker and special events hosted by the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
FIRST YEAR MIDDLE DEVELOP
Consider adding a minor another field such as Meet with your new faculty progress to degree
Participate in cultural the Professionalism Panel Research options for on-campus or opportunities to serve Attend the Fall Internship industry-based internship
Create Handshake account
Complete PathwayU assessment to review your career choice options
Explore average salaries for your career field
Start finalizing your resume Invest in proper business Career Closet
Create a LinkedIn profile
Attend the Fall Graduate options and start applying
LEARNING & ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
LEARNING EVERYWHERE
PREPARE FOR SUCCESS
Begin researching potential jobs of interest and narrow down to Top 5 choices
YEARS FINAL YEAR
minor or certificate in Business or Psychology
faculty advisor to check
SAINTS ADVANTAGE
Engage in these opportunities to build competencies for your future.
CAREER PATHS
Work with your faculty advisor to ensure you have no outstanding course requirements
Enroll in ID 400 - a course that can assist you in finalizing your job search documents
Apply to graduate
events on campus such as Panel or Etiquette Dinner
on-campus employment serve as a tutor
Internship Fair and apply for an internship resume business attire or visit the Saints profile Graduate School Fair to explore applying
Finalize your elevator pitch and attend the Spring Career Fair
Schedule a mock interview with the Center for Career & Professional Development
Present in the bi-annual Student Research and Presentations Symposium
Set up an appointment with the Center for Career & Professional Development to ensure you are ready for the workforce
Keep a catalog of networking contacts and identify potential references
Apply for jobs in your field
FURTHER EDUCATION
Look to develop soft skills such as communication, leadership, and ability to problem solve
Research & analytical thinking
Working independently & with a team
MIDDLE
Economist Academic Advisor Project Manager Journalism/ Publishing Account Executive Events Director
Graduate School Teaching Certification Theological Seminary SKILLS
GRADUATE SUCCESS
The data below outlines the path students in the program take within one year of graduation. (based on knowledge rate from 2022 graduate survey)
For working adults in our Online Program, this interdisciplinary degree can be tailored according to your particular career path.
Graduates from this major may find work in fields such as journalism, publishing, business, government, and entertainment.
Graduates with a degree in liberal studies can work for federal, state, and local government agencies, banks, law firms, cultural organizations, higher education, human service, retail, nonprofits, insurance, and large corporations.
LIFE AFTER GRADUATION
Thank you to the Major Maps Committee for their work on this project & dedication to student success:
Lindsay Bartholomew
Justin Davis
Katie Jones
Tom LeGrand
Katie Maher
Stacey Mason
Michelle Phillips-Meek
Kelly Tillinghast
LIBERAL STUDIES
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“My experience at Limestone was awesome! The flexibility of the Online Program classes allowed me to work full-time and care for my daughter. I have been offered a position as an underwriter with a major insurance company. The Liberal Studies degree I earned at Limestone opened the door to many opportunities. Thank you Limestone University for helping me to achieve my dreams of earning a college degree.”
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