These schools provide students with a broad range of classes and educational experiences. Liberal Arts colleges offer a more diverse program of study for graduation. All of these institutions offer bachelor's degrees and prepare students for a career. They have advanced studies too so students can earn a master's or doctoral degree.  They can be public and private and are generally more expensive than community colleges or technical schools. 

Students with a high school diploma or the equivalent can attend this type of school. They can also focus on a specific area---study/career/trade---and earn a certificate or an associate's degree after completion of a 2 year program. Students may choose to complete required general education courses and then transfer those credits to a 4-year institution.