Associate of Arts in General Studies

online associates degree

The Associate of Arts in General Studies will provide the student with a preparation for a professional career and/ or for further baccalaureate study. It also provides a solid foundation in arts and sciences based in composition, mathematics, sciences, humanities, social science, and technology. Through its general studies commitment and elective offerings, the department’s faculty contribute to the broadening of the knowledge and experience of all graduates of CSU by promoting basic competence in communication skills, by fostering an appreciation and understanding of our cultural heritage and current world affairs, and by developing problem solving techniques. Students will be able to access resources, evaluate them for credibility and relevance, and use the sources to present a wide range of alternatives.

Note: At this time, this program is not eligible for Federal Student Aid due to its recent addition to the CSU Curriculum. Students desiring to use Federal Student Aid will need to select an eligible program.

Estimated time of completion of this program is 3 years.

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Curriculum

Graduates will successfully complete 60 semester hours outlined below
Semester Hours
General Studies Requirements 36
Electives 24
Total 60
Required General Studies 36
Course Number / Description Semester Hours
Humanities / Fine Arts / Communications 9
Select a minimum of 3 courses from this area to include  
SLS 1000 - Student Learning Success  
Behavioral and Social Sciences 6
Select a minimum of 2 courses from this area  
Natural Science 6
Select a minimum of 2 courses from this area  
Mathematics 3
Select a course from this area  
History 6
Select a minimum of 2 courses from this area  
English Composition 6
Select a minimum of 2 courses from this area  
Course Electives 24

To meet the required course electives, students may complete any of the General Studies courses or any 2000 - 3000 level course not already used to meet other requirements.

 
 Total 60 Semester Hours

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