bachelor of liberal studies degree program (BLS)

If you are halfway or closer to completing your college education, or if you've received your Associate of Arts degree, the University of Northern Iowa Bachelor of Liberal Studies (BLS) offers a convenient, flexible alternative to the traditional path to a bachelor's degree.

The BLS program, a fully-accredited degree program offered by each of the three Iowa Regents Universities, allows you to finish your degree from where you live. There are no residency requirements, so you can take classes and graduate without ever coming to campus. Tailor your degree to fit your needs with help from an advisor who will answer questions and monitor your progress.

Learn more about the BLS program and its qualifications and requirements.

Why choose the BLS?

How much time will it take?

There is no time limit to finish your BLS degree, so the time it takes to graduate depends on how many credits you must complete as well as the number of classes you enroll in at any given time.

You determine the pace. As you complete a course or two as a BLS student, you'll discover the stride that's right for you.

How to Get Started

If you think the BLS degree program may fit into your plans for completing your degree, please contact:

Karen Cunningham
 BLS Advisor
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, Iowa 50614-0223
800-772-1746 or 319-273-2504
bls@uni.edu

BLS Programs at Other Regent Institutions

Iowa State University BLS Program
University of Iowa BLS Program