General Studies

Clarkson College has not always been a college. Instead, we began in 1888 as a school of nursing—the first in the state of Nebraska. Over the last 125 years, we've established a new campus, expanded our program offerings and adopted a new name. All the while, we've maintained a commitment to preparing our students to be the best in various realms of health care. This commitment to excellence has and always will remain a defining quality of Clarkson College.

About

At Clarkson College, you don't just study health care—you prepare to be the best in it. All around you are professionally trained faculty, practicing clinicians and classmates who share the belief that they, too, can better the lives of others. With eight fields and twenty majors to choose from, you have a broad range of options for making a difference—quite possibly even before you graduate.

Academics

Clarkson College welcomes undergraduate and graduate students, transfer and international students, and adults who are returning to college to continue their studies or advance their health care careers. Here, you'll find everything you need to get started.

Enrollment

The Student Financial Services department helps provide opportunities for talented, dedicated and deserving students to attend Clarkson College. Whether you're seeking scholarships and grants, loans, payment plans, or a combination, we'll help you find the answer most suitable for you.

Tuition & Financial Aid

College is a time of self-discovery, personal growth and—most certainly—fun. We're thrilled your main objective is to pursue a future in health care, but we also want you to look back on your college education and recollect all of things you experienced—lectures and textbooks aside. There are numerous ways for you to get involved at Clarkson College. Here's a peek at some of them.

Student Life

Every day, Clarkson College alumni are changing lives in ways that are both practical and profound. As the proud alma mater of these astounding health care professionals, Clarkson College strives to keep our alumni connected to not only the College but also with one another. Here, you will find all the ways you can stay connected.

Alumni

Clarkson College provides a variety of professional learning opportunities and health care courses. Our Basic Life Support, Medication and Nurse Aide courses can help individuals getting certified for the first time or needing renewal. These programs are either online or on campus with ongoing offerings year-round.

Professional Development

Academic Program

The Clarkson College General Studies program is an ideal starting point for students interested in gaining foundational knowledge in a variety of health science disciplines before committing to a specific pathway. In addition to receiving a comprehensive yet cohesive education in and beyond health care, students choosing to advance their education can apply credits earned in the General Studies program to a specialized degree at Clarkson College.

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Our Degrees Academic Program Resources What Makes Us Different News & Stories

Degrees Offered

Undergraduate

Associate of Science in General Studies

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Academic Program Resources

Flexible

on-campus and online
course offerings

Prep in technical skills,
communication,
and critical thinking

Emphasis on

cultural competence
and bias awareness

Curriculum fosters

lifelong learning

Turn your calling into a career with one of our respected degrees.

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Flexible programs that fit your busy schedule.

Our General Studies courses that prepare students with excellent technical, communication, and critical thinking skills applicable to a variety of professional settings as well as patient and family interactions. Expert academic guidance makes it easy to jump start a health sciences career.

Hybrid program includes both on-campus and online coursework
Individualized, customizable course sequence plans
No pre-requisites needed to apply
No out-of-state tuition

News about the General Studies Program

Learn more about our program, students, and alumni.

Grand Opening of the Clarkson College Commons and Education Center

Three Faculty Members Earn Apple Awards