General Studies, AS

Associate of Science

Designed for undecided students, students planning to pursue majors not listed in this catalog, students planning to transfer to private or out-of-state institutions, or students who wish to earn the general associate degree only. Students planning to transfer to another unit of the University System should decide on a major as early as possible.

Program Course Requirements

Click here to view Core IMPACTS General Education Curriculum requirements.

Program Advice (can share with CORE curriculum):
MATH 1111College Algebra (Required)3
MATH 1113Precalculus Mathematics (Required)3
Lab Science Sequence Required:8
Principles of Biology I
and Principles of Biology II (Option 1)
Principles of Chemistry I
and Principles of Chemistry II (Option 2)
Introductory Physics I
and Introductory Physics II (Option 3)
Principles of Physics I
and Principles of Physics II
Principles of Geology (Option 4 - choose 2 courses)
Historical Geology
Geology & the Environment

Click here to view Core IMPACTS General Education Curriculum requirements.

Core IMPACTS General Education Curriculum requirements42
NOTE: Core IMPACTS courses can also satisfy requirements in your Program of Study. Please review the requirements for your major to prevent taking extra courses. The USG Core IMPACTS curriculum, is designed to ensure that students acquire essential knowledge in foundational academic areas and develop career-ready competencies. There are seven Core IMPACTS areas. Students at all USG institutions must meet the Core IMPACTS requirements in all specified areas.
Field of Study: Major Related
18 credit hours chosen from general education courses not already used to satisfy another Core IMPACTS requirement.18
Total Hours60