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Bachelor of Arts Liberal Studies (2 + 2)

The University of Toledo’s Liberal Studies degree program is designed for adults — whose jobs, family or community obligations may have prevented regular college attendance — to earn their degree. LS students integrate their wealth of knowledge and real-world experiences with formal learning to meet their personal learning goals and gain the rewards of academic achievement.

This degree offers students the convenience of online scheduling with personalized academic advising to guide them to graduation. A Liberal Studies bachelor of arts degree also allows students to earn credit through College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) testing in general education areas with a seminar-driven major. This degree program can be completed 100 percent online.

Beginning with Fall Semester 2022, the Liberal Studies program will be offered in the Competency-Based Education (CBE) modality. CBE offers several distinct advantages to students:

  • No weekly deadlines!
  • Work can be done at any pace if 70% is completed by the end of Week 10.
  • Up to three attempts to master the competencies in each module.
  • Work individually with the course instructor on academic questions/concerns.

CBE will allow students to complete the required competencies in each seminar at the pace that best suits them – as quickly as possible or over the fifteen weeks of the semester. It is unique because students can pause or accelerate throughout the semester when “life happens.” Students receive feedback on their progress and ongoing support from the course instructor to help ensure success.

The University of Toledo – Liberal Studies, Online

LCCC Parallel Program

Associate of Arts

Program Curriculum

Course selection/order may vary. All pathways are subject to change. Always review with your LCCC/Partner advisor. Course location is indicated each semester.

Disclaimer: The fluidity of these pathways is acknowledged. At each level, changes are possible as requirements, courses, course numbers, etc. may change. All efforts have been made to confirm the accuracy of the pathway by each institution. Always be aware of the date of review on the document. Always seek the assistance of an Academic Advisor or Counselor.   

Semester One Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)

LCCC CourseCredit HoursPartner Course Equivalency
ENGL 161: College Composition I3ENGL 1110: College Composition I
MTHM 158: Quantitative Reasoning3MATH 1180: Reasoning with Math
OT36 Social & Behavioral Science3 
OT36 Natural Non-Lab Science3 
OT36 Arts & Humanities3 
SDEV 101: Introduction to the LCCC Community1 
Semester Credit Hours Total16 

Notes:

  • For this semester and during the remainder of the student’s time at LCCC, student should work with their LCCC and Toledo advisor to discuss the most beneficial OT36 courses, elective courses, and concentration area course(s).

Semester Two Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)

LCCC CourseCredit HoursPartner Course Equivalency
ENGL 162: College Composition II3ENGL 1130: College Composition II
OT36 Natural Science Lab4-5 
OT36 Arts & Humanities3 
OT36 Social & Behavioral Science3 
CISS 121: Microcomputer Applications I3CMPT 1100: Microsoft Office Applications
Semester Credit Hours Total16-17 

Semester Three Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)

LCCC CourseCredit Hours
OT36 Social & Behavioral Science3
OT36 Arts & Humanities3
OT36 Natural Science or Mathematics3
OT36 Elective3
Elective*3
Semester Credit Hours Total15

Semester Four Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)

LCCC CourseCredit Hours
Elective*3
Elective*3
Elective*3
Elective*3
UToledo Concentration Area Course #13
Semester Credit Hours Total15

Notes:

  • Student must complete a minimum of 60 credit hours to earn the Associate of Arts degree. Students can complete additional elective course(s) while at LCCC to ensure they meet the 120 credit hours for the UToledo degree program. Student should work with their LCCC and UP UToledo advisor to ensure necessary course completion and discuss the most beneficial elective courses, as needed.
  • Courses with the (*) notation indicate an elective course for which student must discuss with the UToledo to select in a manner to fulfill UToledo requirements that can be started and/or completed while at LCCC.
  • Student should discuss eligible concentration course options at LCCC with the UP UToledo advisor prior to registration.

LCCC Degree Attainment – Cumulative Total Credit Hours Earned: 62-63

Student will have earned the Lorain County Community College Associate of Arts degree (#8720) at the conclusion of the above curriculum pathway.

Semester Five Curriculum (Enrolled at UToledo) [ONLINE]

Partner Course Credit Hours
ALS 3040 Seminar #14
ALS 3050 Seminar #14
ALS 3060 Seminar #14
Concentration Area Course #23
Semester Credit Hours Total15

Notes:

  • For this semester and the remaining semesters with UToledo, student should work with the UP UToledo advisor to discuss the most beneficial elective and concentration courses.


Semester Six Curriculum (Enrolled at UToledo) [ONLINE]

Partner Course Credit Hours
ALS 3040 Seminar #24
ALS 3050 Seminar #24
ALS 3060 Seminar #24
Concentration Course #33
Semester Credit Hours Total15

Semester Seven Curriculum (Enrolled at UToledo) [ONLINE]

Partner Course Credit Hours
ALS Topical Seminar #1**4
AL 3500: Fundamentals of Interdisciplinary Research3
ALS Topical Seminars #2**4
Elective*3-4
Semester Credit Hours Total14-15

Notes:

  • Courses with the (**) notation indicate the choice the student has for four courses (12 credit hours) at the 3000/4000 level as an alternative to choosing three additional ALS Topical Seminar courses, which are ALS 3040: Social Sciences, ALS 3050: Humanities, and ALS 3060: Natural Sciences. Student should work with the UP UToledo advisor to discuss the most beneficial course selection and how it applies to degree progression and required coursework for graduation.
  • Courses with the (*) notation are elective courses. These elective courses are required to ensure the student meets the minimum of 120 credit hours for the UToledo degree program.

Semester Eight Curriculum (Enrolled at UToledo) [ONLINE]

Partner Course Credit Hours
ALS Topical Seminars #3**4
AL 4950: Senior Capstone4
Elective*3-4
Elective*3-4
Semester Credit Hours Total14-16

UToledo Degree Attainment – Cumulative Total Credit Hours Earned: 120-124

Student will have earned the University of Toledo Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies degree at the conclusion of the above curriculum pathway.

Notes:

  • Student must complete a minimum of 60 credit hours to earn the LCCC degree and a minimum of 120 credit hours for the UToledo degree program.
    • Students can transfer a maximum of 77 credit hours from LCCC to meet the residency requirement for UToledo graduation (43 credit hours in degree offered only at UToledo).
  • Student must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours at UToledo to fulfill the residency requirement for graduation (Policy 3364-71-10).
  • Student should work with their LCCC and the UP UToledo advisor to ensure necessary course completion and discuss the most beneficial elective and concentration course selection, as needed.
  • The Liberal Studies program of University College is offered in the Competency Based Education (CBE) modality. CBE offers several distinct advantages to students:
    • Work can be done at any pace if 70% is completed by the end of Week 10.
    • Up to three attempts to master the competencies in each module.
    • Work individually with the course instructor on academic questions/concerns.
    • CBE will allow students to complete the required competencies in each seminar at the pace that best suits them – as quickly as possible or over the fifteen weeks of the semester. It is unique because students can pause or accelerate throughout the semester when “life happens.” Students receive feedback on their progress and ongoing support from the course instructor to help ensure success.

Transfer pathway updated 8/11/2023

Admission Requirements

  •  Students can apply to UToledo anytime during their program at LCCC. However, we would prefer students complete their first two years at LCCC to maximize the partnership benefits.
  •  Credit from all regionally accredited institutions will be accepted and used towards general requirements, major requirements, or elective credit. An official credit review will happen upon receiving your application and official transcript(s).
  •  Students must be in good standing from all previous higher education institutions.
  •  High school transcript is required for students with less than 60 overall credit hours to use financial aid. The HS transcript will not be used for admission to UToledo.
  • ACT/SAT is not required for transfer students.
  • For the Liberal Studies program, students must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 from all previous institutions.
  • No specific prerequisites for the Business or Liberal studies programs. We suggest students follow the Curriculum Pathway sheet on the UP UToledo page for the most efficient pathway toward their degree.

Application Procedures

To apply to Toledo through the Partnership, follow the steps below:

  1. Complete an online application.
    1. Follow the application link and click the 100% online Undergraduate application link
    2. Create an account to start a new application
    3. Select application type as online learner application 2024
    4. LCCC UP students should be sure to select yes when asked “Are you completing the degree as a part of the LCCC partnership?”
  2. Request all colleges you have attended to send official transcripts directly to Toledo.
  3. Once your materials are in, check your email for an admission decision.  Review the Toledo Transfer checklist for more information.
  4. Newly admitted UToledo students must activate their myUT account at myUT. Once activated, log in to myUT Login with the newly activated ID, and access the registration for the Transfer Orientation. The orientation will be completed entirely online.
  5. After you have fully completed your transfer orientation, contact your UToledo advisor for next steps.

Submit all college-level transcripts to:
The University of Toledo
Admissions Office – MS 306
2801 W. Bancroft St.
Toledo, OH 43606

How do I know if I am in the University Partnership?

  • You are following the UP Curriculum Pathway from the associate to the bachelor’s degree.
  • For 2:2 degrees, you have been admitted to the partner institution and have registered for your first classes the upcoming semester, 3rd year of partner classes.  The first day of the 3rd year class, you are officially a UP student.
  • For 3:1 degrees, you are a UP student if you are registered for the 3rd year in either bridgework LCCC classes or UP partner classes. You may not be necessarily admitted with the UP partner just yet.  The first day of the 3rd year of UP or LCCC bridgework class, you are officially a UP student.
  • UP Office will use the email address your partner institution shares with us, which is once a semester, to email out a reminder to you about the UP program supports and services.
  • If you are unsure if you are in the UP, you are welcome to email or call the UP Office to verify your status.

How do I show proof I am a UP student to receive benefits and supports offered at LCCC

  • Go to the Circulation Desk on the 2nd floor of the LCCC Bass Library  (440) 366-4026.
  • Show your class registration for UP classes with the partner institution or LCCC bridgework classes.
  • Bass Library staff will place a color coded sticker on the back of your LCCC or partner institution ID card.  If you have no LCCC or UP ID card, a UP ID card will be issued to you.
  • You will need to get a new sticker (date specific) each semester that you are registered for UP partner classes.
  • An ID card is not required but would be needed if you are seeking benefits and supports at LCCC while in the partnership.
  • Supports and services are for Elyria Campus and the Learning Centers (Community Learning  Center at Lorain High School, Lorain Learning Center at City Center, LCCC Wellington Center, and University Partnership Ridge Campus).

For More Information

For more information concerning this program, please contact:

Prospective Liberal Studies
Utoledo Online- onlineadmissions@utoledo.edu
419-530-1234

Current Liberal Studies
Drew Saltzstein
Drew.Saltzstein@utoledo.edu
Phone: 419.530.6283

See the University of Toledo Academic Calendar for important academic dates and deadlines.