Bachelor in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (Bachelor's)

The program admits students on a rolling basis, and tuition is Please visit the Business Office 'Tuition Rates' page..

Graduates are qualified to enter roles in community services, nonprofit work, education, human services, public policy, and business support. This interdisciplinary programme allows students to explore humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and arts. Courses emphasize discussion, real-world application, and collaboration. The degree is delivered fully online with flexible pacing for adult learners.

Focus areas include Humanities, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences, Arts, Legal Studies, Psychology.

The programme requires a total of 120 credits, distributed across general education, major requirements, and elective coursework. Students complete courses in five- and eight-week modules with no fixed class times.

Graduates enter careers in community services, nonprofit administration, human services, public health, education, business support, and policy analysis.

Applicants must submit a high school diploma or equivalent and official transcripts from any prior college coursework. Transfer credit is accepted and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. Fully online, part-time or full-time, with 12 start dates per year. For international students, tuition is above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 95% of applicants.

Marian University grew from the vision of the Sisters of St. Francis of Oldenburg, Indiana, and continues a Catholic Franciscan mission focused on preparing transformative leaders for service. It is the nation’s first Franciscan research university and Indianapolis’ only Catholic university. Students can choose from more than 40 degree options, ranging from two-year associate programs and bachelor’s degrees to graduate study and medical school.

Academic areas include arts and sciences, business, education, engineering, community and health science, nursing, and osteopathic medicine. Students take the lead in research projects that address real-world challenges, with faculty guidance across science laboratories and community initiatives. Learning also extends through local and global service opportunities, leadership development, and preparation for careers in research, industry, and other professional fields.

The main campus is in Indianapolis, ten minutes from downtown, with classrooms, residence halls, athletic fields, and the Michael A. Evans Center for Health Sciences. Marian also operates a Plymouth location in northern Indiana and offers flexible online programs. International students should know that Franciscan values are presented as open to students of all faiths, creeds, and beliefs. The university combines academic study with service, personal development, and community participation.