by our College Data Analytics TeamThere was only one school in Iowa to review for the 2025 Best General Studies Bachelor's Degree Schools in Iowa ranking. If you would like to see more options to choose from, check out the Best Bachelor's Degree Schools in the United States ranking..
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Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing a bachelor's degree in general studies.
Every student who is interested in a bachelor's degree in general studies has to look into Grand View University. Grand View University is a small private not-for-profit university located in the midsize city of Des Moines.More information about a bachelor’s in general studies from Grand View University
Explore all the Best General Studies Colleges in the Plains States Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 475 | 671 |
| Minnesota | 446 | 11 |
| Kansas | 352 | 131 |
| Nebraska | 331 | 423 |
| North Dakota | 251 | 175 |
| South Dakota | 237 | 113 |
General Studies is one of 3 different types of Liberal Arts General Studies programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 455 |
| Individualized Studies | 12 |
| Humanities | 1 |