The following majors have been selected because of the possibility of securing a living-wage, professional entry-level job in our local economy.  Three majors (Psychology, Sociology, and Social Work) often require continued education at the Master's level, and Liberal Studies requires an additional year for a Teaching Credential, but overall, the majors chosen allow a student to enter the workforce directly. 

How did we choose these universities? We selected universities that are:

  1. Regionally accredited
  2. Non-profit
  3. Affordable (total tuition is approximately $20,000 or less)
  4. Accessible (the university accepts more than 60 semester transfer units and/or has flexible transfer start dates)
  5. Is “adult learner” friendly 

You are not limited to these universities, but we encourage you to begin your research with these options.

All programs are fully online, unless otherwise stated.

Quick comparison chart of major and university highlights for General Studies degree options.

What IS a major in “General Studies” or “Organizational Leadership?” These majors allow students with an associate degree to gain knowledge, skills, and abilities that will help them move into supervisory or management level positions. Some of the programs below are designed specifically for associate degrees in career technical fields, others are designed for ANY associate degree.

Quick comparison chart of major and university highlights for Accounting degree options.

Quick comparison chart of major and university highlights for Business degree options.

Quick comparison chart of major and university highlights for Computer Information Technology/Computer Science degree options.

Quick comparison chart of major and university highlights for Criminal Justice degree options.

Quick comparison chart of major and university highlights for Dental Hygiene degree options.

Quick comparison chart of major and university highlights for Early Childhood Education degree options.

SCHOLARSHIPS for your degree! If you are currently working in a program that participates in Quality Counts North State, and are looking to continue your education, we have a scholarship that will help to cover tuition and textbooks.  If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Leslie Segura at lsegura@shastacoe.org.

Quick comparison chart of major and university highlights for Liberal Studies degree options.

Quick comparison chart of major and university highlights for Nursing degree options.

Quick comparison chart of major and university highlights for Psychology degree options.​​

Quick comparison chart of major and university highlights for Public Health degree options.

Quick comparison chart of major and university highlights for Social Work degree options.

Quick comparison chart of major and university highlights for Sociology degree options.

Why isn't my major listed?​​

We focused on the listed majors as they align with labor market data for local employment needs. If you are getting ready to transfer and want help identifying a quality online or local Bachelor degree-completion program, we are happy to talk to you. Please contact us and we can send you some general information about selecting a reputable online university.

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