Effective: Fall 2016

The General Studies program is designed for those students who wish to earn an associate in applied science degree which meets the College’s Academic Learning Goals and allows the maximum flexibility in course selection. Students who wish to broaden their cultural backgrounds or increase their understanding of global issues and concerns may choose to select this program. Students who were previously awarded a certificate of competency or proficiency may be permitted to apply those college level credits to this program. While General Studies is not designed to be a transfer program, careful course selection can facilitate transfer to another academic program or institution. General Studies may not be awarded as part of a dual degree.

Depending on a student’s interest in either a particular field of study or a specific four-year transfer institution, it is recommended that 18 credits within the General Studies program be devoted to aiding the student either in developing his/her knowledge in that field of study or in achieving seamless transfer to a four-year college. Students may elect to take 3 or 6 credits through the college’s Co-Op/Internship Program (CSEL). Students should meet with their advisors and/or transfer counselor to determine which courses best meets their goals for this focused concentration of study.