Online Certificate of General Studies from LSUE
Develops skills in college-level writing, math, humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences
Provides transferable credits toward a four-year institution, including LSU
Supports entry into the workforce or progress toward an associate or bachelor’s degree
Flexible and affordable option with immediate and long-term value
Admissions
Whether you're a first-time freshman or a transfer student, our admissions team is here to support you from day one.
Apply by
May 4, 2026
Classes begin
Jun 1, 2026
I have no college credits
Requirements for Freshmen
Applicants for admission to the freshman class are normally required to submit scores on the American College Test (ACT) in order to be placed at the appropriate levels in freshman courses, for counseling, and for selection of scholarship recipients.
Graduates of state-approved high schools or those who hold a G.E.D or HiSET and have not attended another college or university will be considered for admission when they have made application.
Louisiana residents who are graduates of state approved high schools or who hold the G.E.D. or HiSET and who have not attended a college or university will be considered for admission to the freshman class when they have completed the application.
Louisiana residents who have graduated from a high school not approved by the State Department of Education or who do not have a G.E.D. or HiSET can be admitted under the Ability to Benefit provision.
For additional information on admission requirements, please visit LSUE's Admission Portal.
I have some college credits
Requirements for Transfer Students
Applicants must have satisfactory records in other colleges and universities to apply for admission.
Louisiana residents who have attempted fewer than 12 hours of college credit will be considered on the same basis as a student who earns a similar record at LSU Eunice.
All transfer students must be eligible to re-enroll at the last college or university last attended.
For additional information on admission requirements, please visit LSUE's Admission Portal.
Tuition
LSUE’s online programs offer competitive, flat-rate tuition with no out-of-state fees. Plus, you may be able to save even more by transferring up to 75% of previous credits.
Tuition & Fees
- 30 credit hours
- Total credit hours per program
- $260
- Cost per credit hour
- $7,800
- Total cost with fees
The total cost above does not include transfer credit or financial aid. Cost per credit hour and fees are subject to change. Fee schedules may vary by program depending on course-specific fees for proctoring and/or books. Please contact a Student Success Coach for more information.
All applicants will be required to meet all Standards of Academic Programs to receive Federal Financial Aid (Grants and Loans). More information can be found here.
Financial Aid Available
LSUE offers several ways to help you pay for your degree, including credit for prior learning (PLA), financial aid, and veteran education benefits. Learn More.
Academics
In this program, you'll strengthen your skills in college-level writing, math, humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences to form a well-rounded education.
Courses
The online Certificate of General Studies offered through LSU Eunice and LSU Online requires 30 credits to complete.
Your personal credit requirements could be less depending on eligible transferable credits and credit earned from prior learning assessments.
| Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
ENGL 1001 English Comp I |
3 |
ENGL 1002 English Comp II |
3 |
Any General Education (GE) Math |
3 |
Any GE Social Science |
3 |
Any GE Natural Science |
3 |
Any GE Fine Arts |
3 |
Any GE Humanities |
3 |
Any GE Elective |
3 |
Any Elective Course |
3 |
Any Elective Course |
3 |
What Will I Learn?
Upon successful completion of the general studies certificate program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate effective communication of complex knowledge and ideas.
- Use processes, data, or evidence to solve problems and make effective decisions.
- Apply knowledge of natural science to the exploration and analysis of natural phenomena.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the cultural traditions and the human condition through a broad-based study of historical, cultural, and philosophical concepts.
- Demonstrate an understanding of human behavior and the relationship between individuals and their societies.
- Demonstrate an aesthetic and historical understanding of the arts.
Why Choose This Program?
Why choose the online Certificate of General Studies from LSU Eunice?
- Continue at LSUE to earn an associate degree.
- Prepare for study at a four-year institution, including LSU, and earn credit that can transfer into that program.
- Prepare for entry-level roles in business, government, education, non-profits, healthcare, and more. Use electives to tailor your studies to your interests and career goals.
- Benefit from personalized advising, a dedicated Student Success Coach, and a supportive online learning community that helps you stay on track and achieve your goals.
Careers
Whether you're entering the workforce, working toward an associate degree at LSUE, or planning to pursue a bachelor’s, this certificate helps you take that next step with confidence.
Career Opportunities
This program helps build important skills like communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving, which are useful in many different entry-level jobs in various industries.
Additionally, a certificate in general studies is ideal as a pathway program toward associates and bachelor level degrees like those listed below.
Pathway Opportunities:
- Associate of General Studies (LSUE)
- Associate in Humanities (LSUE)
- Associate in Social Sciences (LSUE)
- Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (LSUA)
- Bachelor of General Studies (LSUS)
- Bachelor of General Studies in Humanities (LSUA)
- Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies (LSU)
- Bachelor of General Studies in Social Science (LSUA)
- Bachelor of Science in Leadership and Human Resource Development (LSU)
- Bachelor of Arts in Political Science (LSU)
Aside from the examples listed above, the general studies certificate can be used as credit towards any associate or bachelor’s degree.
