BGS students can:

• Define the major concepts contained within their chosen area of study;
•  Communicate effectively in writing and in oral form;
•  Access and evaluate information from a variety of sources;
•  Effectively utilize critical thinking techniques;
•  Draw valid conclusions through academic inquiry across disciplines;
•  Develop clear, concise and attainable career goals based on their chosen area of study;
•  Reflect upon their academic progress in their chosen area of study.

To graduate from the BGS program, students must:

Attain a 2.0 GPA; meet admission requirements for specific minors if chosen as their focus area; complete 120 semester hours (30 s.h. must be at Rowan); complete the following degree requirements:

• General Education & Rowan Experience courses ...............42 s.h.
• Focus area courses (9 s.h. must be at the 300-400 level)...18-24 s.h.
• Elective courses (9 s.h. must be at the 300-400 level)........51-57 s.h.
• BGS Portfolio requirement ..............................................1 s.h.
• BGS Career Development course .....................................2 s.h.

        TOTAL: ...............................................120 s.h.

BGS Learning Contract and Portfolio:
The BGS Learning Contract establishes the student's learning goals and details the path to graduation with the BGS degree. It is the first and foundational document in the student's BGS portfolio, which is a collection of the student's work, reflection on learning, and career preparation efforts. Students will receive detailed instructions and individualized support as they develop their Learning Contract and build their portfolio.
Each semester, students in the BGS program will meet with the program advisor to affirm continued progress toward degree completion and individualized and program goals. When attending this required meeting each semester, students will bring an updated reflection addressing how their current coursework and co-curricular activity or employment is contributing to achievement of their learning outcomes and goals.

INTR 01.488 Career Development 2 S.H.
This course will provide career development for all students in the Bachelor of General Studies Program. Students will engage in self-assessment, career exploration, job search strategies and decision-making.

INTR 01.499 Portfolio 1 S.H.
This course is the portfolio component required for all students in the Bachelor of General Studies Program. Students will analyze their academic progress through self-reflective assessment.

Admission Criteria: Admission to the Bachelor of General Studies program is available to matriculated students who have earned a minimum of 75 credits who require a degree completion program. Successful applicants must be currently matriculated at Rowan; have 45 credits or fewer to complete toward a degree; be transferring from a declared major and provide evidence that they have attempted to make progress in the major; demonstrate that the BGS degree is the best option for them.

Procedure for Admission: Upon advisor or self-referral to the program, students will meet with the program advisor, Ms. Tiffany Delesandro (delesandro@rowan.edu; 856-256-4937), to evaluate their candidacy for the BGS program and to identify the academic focus area. Students deemed to be suitable candidates will complete the BGS application and will submit it to the program coordinator, Dr. Danielle Gougon (gougon@rowan.edu; 856-256-4866). Successful applicants will then work with the advisor and coordinator to complete the BGS Learning Contract.