The bachelor of arts in liberal arts provides a solid foundation of knowledge and practical skills for future teachers and those entering a variety of other professions. Our experienced faculty create a stimulating interdisciplinary learning environment for you to explore a broad range of topics. This major is designed to prepare you for success in your life, community and career.
Highlights
- A challenging and supportive academic environment
- Cohorts groups meet face-to-face for class one night per week
- Cohort of 12-24 adults progress through the program together
- Experienced faculty and assignments that apply to everyday life
- Students from a variety of life stages and cultural backgrounds
Program director
Peggy Avakian, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Education
Admission requirements
- Application form
- $40 fee (fee is waived for those attending an information meeting)
- Official high school transcripts or diploma
- Official college transcripts
- Recommendation form
Prerequisites
- 60 transferable baccalaureate-level units
- Minimum 2.4 GPA
Course listing
Lower-division Major
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| KIN-121 | Concepts of Wellness | |
| MATH-136 | Mathematical Concepts I | 3 |
| MATH-137 | Mathematical Concepts II | 3 |
Required Courses (42 Units)
All of the following courses must be completed at FPU:
Semester 1
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| HIST-421 | American Ethnicity and Pluralism | 3 |
| LANG-331 | Linguistics and Modern Grammar | 3 |
| HIST-441 | California History and Politics | 3 |
| ART-301 | Art Fundamentals | 3 |
Semester 2
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| LA-381 | Introduction to Teaching | 3 |
| LIT-467 | Literature for Children and Young Adults | 3 |
| GEOG-321 | Cultural Geography of the Central Valley | 3 |
| BIB-438 | Biblical Perspectives for Educators | 3 |
Semester 3
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| PSY-352 | Advanced Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| THTR-357 | Creative Drama | 3 |
| KIN-321 | Theory of Physical Education | 3 |
| LA-415 | Senior Research Seminar | 3 |
General Education
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| BIB-314* | Jesus and the Christian Community | 3 |
| LA-405** | Pathways in Education | 3 |
Additional General Education Requirements
See General Education Summary: Degree Completion
Electives
Elective units as needed to meet the Bachelor of Arts minimum.
* take prior to BIB-438
** recommended immediately after LA-381
Program details
Liberal Arts
Delivery mode
On campus
Cost per unit
$450
Number of units
42
Locations
Avg completion time
18 months
"Fresno Pacific University not only prepared me for my career by helping me develop skills such as critical thinking, writing, reasoning, handling strenuous workloads, analysis, and formal ways of argumentation, it prepared me for life outside of my career. I gained skills that cannot be taught."
David Pilcher
- B.A., Liberal Arts Graduate