Are you ready to tailor your education to your career dreams?
Discover how a flexible degree can prevent missed opportunities and unfulfilled career aspirations.
Achieve your goals with flexible degree programs that fit your needs.
You are not alone on this journey towards your career goals.
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Each student receives one-on-one guidance to optimize their performance.
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We create individual programs to help you meet your unique career goals without unnecessary courses.
This program changed my life — I felt prepared and focused, and I got into my dream school.
– WBU Liberal Arts Graduate
– Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts
– Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts
– Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts (Nutrition Emphasis)
Alpha Chi Honor Society – National Honor Society
Alpha Psi Omega – National Theatrical Honor Fraternity
Beta Alpha Kappa – Religious Honor Society
Beta Beta Beta – National Biological Honor Society
Music Educators National Conference – National Music Education Organization
Mu Phi Epsilon – International Music Fraternity
Phi Alpha Theta – International Historical Honor Society
Phi Beta Lambda – Business Club
Sigma Beta Delta – Business National Honor Society
Pi Lambda Theta – Education Honor Society
Psi Chi – National Honor Society of Psychology
Professional Psychology Club – Promotes leadership in the field of Psychology
Sigma Tau Delta – English International Honor Society
Design your future with a degree as unique as you: choose two specialization paths from 20+ fields—like business, sciences, or arts—to build deep expertise while exploring electives that spark interdisciplinary innovation. Whether you’re shaping a career in sports management, blending marketing with creative storytelling, or prepping for grad school, this flexible structure lets you craft a dynamic education that’s tailored to your ambitions, not a one-size-fits-all script.
Available Concentration Blocks Include:
Arts & Humanities: Engage in creative expression and cultural analysis through courses in art, music, literature, and history.
Business & Economics: Build foundational business acumen with courses in finance, marketing, human relations, and administration.
Sciences & Mathematics: Develop analytical skills through coursework in biology, chemistry, mathematics, and environmental sciences.
Social Sciences: Explore human behavior and society with studies in psychology, political science, criminal justice, and sociology.
Health & Sports Management: Learn the principles of nutrition, exercise science, and sports management for careers in wellness and athletics.
Christian Ministries & Education: Strengthen leadership and service skills with studies in theology, biblical interpretation, and Christian education.
Each concentration block is carefully designed to enhance career readiness and intellectual growth, ensuring that graduates are prepared for the future they envision.
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Apply for free and begin your journey to a rewarding career.
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Discuss your goals with our faculty, and tour the beautiful WBU campus.
The Admissions Office can assist you in scheduling this. They can also give you a private campus tour OR one of our upcoming Preview Days may be the best approach to meet the faculty, tour the campus, and meet other future WBU Eagles.
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Once you’re accepted for general admission, it’s time to register for classes!
The Admissions Office is here to support you through the application process and scholarship search.
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Navigating your path to success.
Navigating your educational journey should be a rewarding experience, not a frustrating one. With our flexible degree options, you won’t have to compromise your dreams for rigid structures. Our dedicated advisors will partner with you to create a tailored program that eliminates unnecessary courses, empowering you to apply for advanced studies confidently. You’ll feel prepared and well-equipped to achieve your career aspirations.
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A.A. – Williams Baptist University
B.F.A. – Arkansas State University
M.A. – Arkansas State University
M.S. – Arkansas State University
Teaching at Williams since 1983
Degrees earned:
B.S. & M.S. – Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts | Degree Plan
In a world where adaptability and communication are paramount, the Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts equips students with the power to think critically, communicate effectively, and navigate an interconnected global landscape. This degree isn’t just about learning—it’s about transformation. Graduates emerge as agile problem-solvers, ready to lead in diverse fields such as education, public relations, international affairs, and beyond. With a strong emphasis on language and communication, students develop the skills to inspire, persuade, and innovate. By pursuing this path, they step into a future where their voice, ideas, and knowledge create meaningful change.
Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts | Degree Plan
The Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts is designed for those who seek to merge analytical thinking with real-world problem-solving. Grounded in mathematics and science, this degree prepares students to approach challenges with logic, data-driven reasoning, and a keen ability to adapt to evolving industries. Whether aspiring to careers in technology, healthcare, research, or business, graduates are equipped with a broad skill set that fosters innovation and efficiency. This degree is more than an academic credential—it’s a launchpad for those who envision themselves leading, discovering, and shaping the future.
Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts – Nutrition Emphasis | Degree Plan
Food is more than sustenance—it’s science, medicine, and a pathway to human well-being. The Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts with a Nutrition Emphasis empowers students to bridge the gap between science and health, preparing them to influence communities, industries, and individuals toward better living. With a strong foundation in mathematics and science, graduates are equipped to enter fields such as healthcare, wellness coaching, public policy, and food science. This program is for those who see nutrition as a way to impact lives, using evidence-based knowledge to promote health and longevity.
Liberal Arts Concentration Blocks (Details Below)
Students pursuing a Liberal Arts degree personalize their education through concentration blocks—structured areas of study that align with their career ambitions. Each student selects at least two concentration blocks, ensuring a tailored and interdisciplinary academic experience. These concentrations span diverse fields such as Business, Communication, Psychology, Natural Sciences, and the Arts. By strategically combining concentrations, students gain specialized knowledge while retaining the flexibility to adapt to evolving professional landscapes.
Concentration Blocks
Build a degree tailored to your goals by selecting two specializations from 20+ fields. Each block combines depth in your passions with interdisciplinary flexibility.
Key Requirements:
Complete two concentration blocks (see options below).
9+ elective hours must be upper-level (3000/4000).
9+ hours must be outside your chosen blocks.
Courses cannot count toward multiple blocks.
General Education courses do not apply to concentrations.
Concentration Options
ART (18 Hours)
Design I, Drawing I, Drawing II, Painting I, Painting II, Illustration I
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (18 Hours)
18 hours in Business, Computer Science, Data Processing, Economics, Finance, or Marketing courses (6+ upper level).
BUSINESS HUMAN RELATIONS (18 Hours)
Required: Principles of Microeconomics, Organizational Behavior, Human Resource Management, Business Communication
Choose 6 hours: Principles of Marketing, Business Law, Business Ethics, Management Information Systems
BUSINESS FINANCE (18 Hours)
Required: Accounting I & II, Macroeconomics, Financial Management
Choose: Investments or Money and Banking + 3 upper-level business hours
BUSINESS MARKETING (18 Hours)
Required: Principles of Marketing
15 hours of Marketing electives
CHILD & FAMILY STUDIES (18 Hours)
Required: Intro to Sociology, Family Systems
12 hours of Family Studies courses
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION (18 Hours)
Required: The Disciple-Making Church, Intro to Christian Ministry, Biblical Interpretation
Christian Education electives
CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES (18 Hours)
Required: Intro to Christian Ministry, Biblical Interpretation
Upper-level Biblical, Theological, or Ministry courses
COMMUNICATION ARTS – Journalism (18 Hours)
18 hours of Journalism courses (6+ upper level). May include Special Studies in Communication.
COMMUNICATION ARTS – Speech & Theatre (18 Hours)
18 hours of Speech/Theatre courses (6+ upper level). Theater Appreciation allowed if not used for Gen Ed.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE (18 Hours)
18 hours of Criminal Justice courses
HISTORY (18 Hours)
Any History courses (excluding Historiography)
LITERATURE (18 Hours)
6 upper-level English courses
MUSIC (21 Hours)
Required: Fundamentals of Music, Aural Skills I, Creative & Analytical Music Concepts I & II, Choral Conducting
Ensemble participation, Applied Principal instrument, Recital (non-credit)
Choose 3 hours: Advanced Music Concepts, Music History I/II, Advanced Conducting
NATURAL SCIENCES – Biology (18 Hours)
18 hours of Biology (6+ upper level).
Note: Requires Biological Science or Principles of Biology I/II for Gen Ed lab. Excludes select introductory courses.
NATURAL SCIENCES – General Math/Science (18 Hours)
18 hours in Biology, General Science, Chemistry, Physics, or Math (6+ upper level). Requires advisor approval.
NATURAL SCIENCES – Mathematics (18 Hours)
Any Math courses (6+ upper level; excludes remedial/statistics).
NATURAL SCIENCES – Physical Science (20 Hours)
16 hours in Chemistry/Physics + 4 upper-level science hours. Requires Gen Ed lab in Physical Science.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION/COACHING (19 Hours)
Required: Athletic Injuries, Principles of Education, PE Administration, Health/PE Methods I & II
Choose: Exercise Physiology or Kinesiology or Anatomy & Physiology I
Coaching Theory & Practice
POLITICAL SCIENCE (18 Hours)
Required: American Government (if not taken for Gen Ed), Western Political Thought
Upper-level Political Science courses
PSYCHOLOGY (18 Hours)
Psychology/Family Studies courses (General Psychology excluded if used for Gen Ed).
SOCIAL SCIENCES (18 Hours)
Required: Macroeconomics, World Geography, American Government, Intro to Sociology
Upper-level U.S. & World History
SOCIAL WORK (18 Hours)
Social Work/Family Studies courses
SPORTS MANAGEMENT (18 Hours)
Required: Intro to Sports Management, Events/Facilities Management, Sport Communications, Legal/Ethical Issues
6 hours of Business Administration courses
Mix and match blocks to align with your career or grad school goals—like pairing Marketing with Communication Arts for entrepreneurial ventures or Biology with Psychology for healthcare pathways.
