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A.A. in General Studies: Career Outlook

The Groundwork for Your Future

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:

Skill Survey Top 10 Institution Career Readiness Awards

We’re Committed to Your Success

In the 2021 SkillSurvey Career Readiness® rankings, CSP Global was ranked in the Top 10 “Career Ready” Institutions and Top 10 “Career Ready” Feedback for First-Generation College Students. The SkillSurvey rankings reflect over 170 partner institutions whose students received evaluator ratings following an internship, co-op, or other work-related experience.

Support Beyond Your Graduation Date

In addition to the high-quality education you’ll receive at CSP Global, 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 94.5% of CSP Global graduates receive job offers within one year of graduation.

Job & Internship Board

Handshake is CSP Global’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.

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 Global’s current and former students.

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.

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.