Associate In General Education-General Science
Program Overview
The Associate in General Education (AGE) curriculum is designed for individuals wishing to broaden their education, with emphasis on personal interest, growth, and development. The two-year General Education program provides students opportunities to study English, literature, fine arts, philosophy, social science, science, and mathematics at the college level. Many of the courses are equivalent to college transfer courses; however, the program is not principally designed for college transfer. The A.G.E. - General Science option is specifically designed for students who are attempting to enter a competitive health or science program and who need courses to improve their chances of admission or who have exited such a program and wish to complete an associate degree. Completion of this program does not guarantee admission to any other academic program.
| Program Options Day - All Courses Evening - Some Courses Online - Most Courses |
Credential Offered For This Program Associate in General Education - General Science |
# of Courses 19-23 |
# of Credit Hours 60 |
| Selective/Special Admissions: Not selective, but a student desiring this degree must meet with the Dean of Arts and Sciences for an educational plan. | |||
| Skills Needed | Typical Job Duties | Work Locations | Personality Traits | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written and verbal skills Mathematics |
College Transfer Programs such as the Associate in General Education - General Science, are designed to assist with transition towards a Bachelor’s degree. |
Students completing the Associate in General Education - General Science degree may find work in a variety of settings. |
Possible 4-Year Major Tracks: Students may select from a number of disciplines when meeting with the Dean of Arts and Sciences to develop an educational plan. |