General Studies (A.A., A.S.)

Location(s): Main Campus, Online Campus, Speedway Campus

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Program Information

Candidates for either degree must:

Complete a minimum of 60 credit hours (a minimum of 24 credits must be completed through SUU).
Achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 for all work completed at SUU, as well as a 2.0 for a combined SUU/transfer overall GPA.
Complete all SUU General Education requirements.
Complete all additional required courses, if applicable.

In addition:

For the Associate of Arts degree: Complete eight (8) hours of one foreign language beyond the 1010 level. All foreign language classes must be completed with a “C” grade or higher.

General Studies Curriculum Summary (60 Credits)

General Education Requirement (30-35 Credits)

See General Education for course options.

Core Course Requirements (12-15 Credits)
Breadth Area Requirements (16-20 Credits)

Please note: All students must complete a minimum of 30 credits between the Core and Breadth Area requirements.

Associate of Arts Requirement (8 Credits)

Complete 8 credits of one foreign language beyond the 1010 level. All foreign language classes must be completed with a “C” (2.0) grade or higher.

Free Electives (15-30 Credits)

Total elective credit is determined by General Education courses taken, degree type selected, additional credits earned, and any additional math or other prerequisite courses needed. Please consult your Student Success Advisor for details.

Total Credits, A.A./A.S. Degree: 60

Program Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to demonstrate generalized knowledge from the array of courses attempted for the General Studies A.A/A.S.