Frequently Asked Questions

- What is the difference between a liberal arts program and a liberal arts studies program?
- Students in the liberal arts programs study a specific subject matter for the duration of their program. In liberal arts studies, students may select from either two major areas of study or one major area of study and two minor areas plus electives. Basically, you get a broader scope of curricula with a liberal arts studies degree and more concentrated curricula with a liberal arts degree.
- What type of degree can I earn?
- NLU offers a B.A. in Human Services, a Psychology B.A. or Practicum option. See curricula details for more information.
- Are there any specializations in Human Services?
- Yes. You may choose from the Psychology or Practicum options.
- Will I need to do any clinical practice?
- No clinical practice is necessary for the basic Human Services degree. The Psychology and Practicum option require that students apply their knowledge in supervised settings.
- What is a cohort?
- Cohorts consist of a group of 20 or less students who progress through the same program. Cohorts encourage group interaction and enhance the learning experience.

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