Liberal Studies

Associate Degree

The Liberal Studies program of study provides a general foundation of courses in the liberal arts leading to the associate in arts degree. Requirements include courses in behavioral/social sciences, humanities, language, literature, fine arts and natural sciences. All credits earned in this program can be applied to the general education component required for the bachelor of arts or bachelor of science degree.

Curriculum Information

MAJOR

General Education and Core Curriculum* – 41 credits

1. Skills for Exploring – 6 credits

2. Exploring Society and Global Diversity – 3 credits

3. Exploring the Natural World, Mathematics and Technology – 3 credits

4. Exploring the Spiritual World – 6 credits

5. Exploring the Arts and Imagination – 6 credits for BS

Open Electives – 17 credits

* Please contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@gmc.edu or call 1-800-DIAL-GMC for specific general education course requirements.

Credit Requirement

A minimum of 62 credits is required for this degree.

Grade Requirement

The minimum passing grade within the concentration is C (a grade of C- is not acceptable).

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