Drexel University announced today the launch of a new personalized online degree - the Bachelor of Science in General Studies. Students in the online degree program will be given the opportunity to tailor the curriculum to meet their personal and professional needs:

"Those in the General Studies - Individualized Studies track will work with their academic advisors to select a specialization within the concentration aligned to their academic and professional goals. This program is designed for students who wish to gain a breadth of knowledge in the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences fields.

Working adults, enrolled in this program can take a term off during a busy period at work without losing momentum toward the completion of their degree. Since credit can be earned for prior studies, this degree is ideal for those who want to transfer from programs they may be taking."

Personalized degrees can be helpful for students who want to customize their learning, combine credits from multiple disciplines, and focus on a variety of fields. However, students should also realize that most personalized BAs are less competitive in the workplace. A general degree may used to help you meet promotion requirements. However, a degree in a specific subject such as "economics" or "business" is often better at convincing employers that you have a specific skill set.