The Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies is a fully online degree completion program designed for students who have completed 60 or more college credits and are ready to finish their bachelor’s degree. Whether you’re a transfer student, returning to college after a break, a non-traditional student or resuming your studies as a readmitted Montclair student, this program provides a flexible path to graduation.
The Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies is more than a degree – it’s a pathway to personal and professional growth. Designed for adults over 25, this program recognizes your life experience and ambitions, helping you achieve your goals with the flexibility and support you deserve.
The Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies is designed for:
Montclair’s online degree completion program is designed for adults ready to finish what they started. With personalized support and flexible, fully online courses, Montclair empowers students to balance life’s responsibilities while reaching their educational goals. Whether returning to school for career advancement or personal fulfillment, you’ll find encouragement and guidance from application to graduation. The program is a testament to Montclair’s belief in the power of education to transform lives and drive purpose.
Ready to advance his career, Chris Taite knew completing his degree was the next step – and Montclair made it possible. Choosing to study online gave Chris the flexibility to balance work, life and education on his own terms.
“Coming back to school for me was the best decision. I was doing something I committed to, that I wanted to see through. It helped me put myself out there, market myself, and reach for things I didn’t think I could reach for at that time.”
Chris Taite
Program: Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies, 2023
Career: Con Edison, manager and electrical engineer
Completing your bachelor’s degree can create new opportunities for career advancement, professional growth and personal achievement. Montclair’s online Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies is designed to help adult learners, transfer students and returning students complete their degree through a flexible online format.
We’re committed to making a high-quality education accessible and affordable. Combined with personalized support, flexible online learning and a respected Montclair degree, your investment can help you achieve your academic and career goals.
Eligible students may qualify for a variety of funding opportunities, including:
For the first time, Montclair’s online bachelor’s degrees have been ranked among the top programs in the country in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Online Programs rankings.
Yes. The program is an excellent option for readmitted students who previously attended Montclair and are ready to return to college and complete their degree. Advisors work with returning students to review prior coursework, maximize applicable credits and develop a personalized plan toward graduation.
Yes. The Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies is offered fully online, allowing students to complete coursework from anywhere while balancing work, family and other commitments.
The time to completion depends on the number of transferable credits you bring into the program and your course load. Many students are able to complete the degree in as little as 18 months.
Many students enter the program with credits earned at other colleges and universities. Advisors work individually with students to evaluate transfer credits and identify the most efficient path toward degree completion.
The Education Studies concentration can support continued study in education and serve as a stepping stone for individuals who choose to pursue alternate route teacher certification pathways.
Students develop highly transferable skills in critical thinking, communication, problem-solving, collaboration and leadership. These skills are valued across a wide range of industries and professions.
Graduates pursue careers in education, business, nonprofit organizations, government, human services and other fields. The program’s interdisciplinary curriculum helps students develop versatile skills that support professional growth, career advancement and lifelong learning.
Students receive personalized advising, enrollment support and academic guidance throughout their educational journey. The program is specifically designed to help adult learners successfully balance their studies with work, family and personal commitments.
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