A.A. in General Studies: Career Outlook
The Groundwork for Your Future
- Workers with an associate degree earn nearly 20% more than those with a high school diploma.1
- Employment of paralegals and legal assistants is projected to increase 10% by 2029.2
Once you graduate from the general studies degree online, you can pursue a variety of entry-level professions in nearly any industry. Or you could continue your education with a bachelor’s degree.
This program emphasizes strategies to promote positive relationships, self-management, and professionalism. As a result, you’ll be setup for success regardless of your career path.
Paralegal or Legal Assistant
$51,740/year
Support lawyers through legal research, organizing files, and writing documents. In this role, you’ll take care of paperwork, electronic databases, and other systems used by lawyers to prepare for hearings, trials, and meetings.
Teacher Assistant
$27,920/year
Work alongside licensed teachers to support student instruction. You’ll help with lesson plans and student behavior.3
Other positions you could qualify for with your general studies degree:
- Administrative assistant
- Behavioral technician
- Medical receptionist
- Social or human service assistant
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By filling out the form, you’ll:
- Gain access to a dedicated enrollment counselor who is ready to answer all of your questions.
- Take one more step towards achieving your career goals.
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Program Outcomes: Foundational Skills and Knowledge for Success
In the online general studies degree program, you’ll:
- Develop skills to be successful in future academic and professional work.
- Demonstrate a broad knowledge of fundamental academic areas.
- Utilize effective time management and goal-setting techniques.
Support Beyond Your Graduation Date
In addition to the high-quality education you’ll receive at CSP, you’ll benefit from a wide range of support during your time as a student that will extend throughout your professional journey as an alumnus. That’s part of how 95% of CSP graduates receive job offers within one year of graduation.
Job & Internship Board
Handshake is CSP’s job and internship board and it offers more than 20,000 opportunities to students and alumni. You’ll have an online login to easily stay on top of ways to enhance your career.
Personalized Career Development
Need help with resumes and cover letters, networking, social media, and job searching? From mock interviews to 1:1 phone appointments with a career advisor, you’ll receive the expert assistance you need to achieve your goals.
Job Fairs
More than 600 students and alumni attended various job fairs throughout the year. Get in front of top employers that are eager to connect with CSP’s current and former students.
Even More Forms of Support
The Office of Career Development staff is dedicated to supporting students and alumni on their path to find meaningful work. Including expert services from the office to partnerships with faculty and more, you’ll have several ways to get help and boost your career.