General Studies
Program Description:
The Associate in Arts Degree in General Studies is the perfect choice for students hoping to explore different career options. The combination of general education courses in Math, Communications, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Science with additional credit hours selected from an advising pathway provides a unique way to create a personalized program of study and prepare to continue your path toward a Bachelor’s Degree at a 4-year college.
What General Studies graduates do:
- Transfer to 4-year colleges and universities
- Enter the workforce in both the public and private sectors
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Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities:
- Nonprofit organizations
- Education
- Small and large businesses
- Local, state, and federal offices
- Social service agencies
- Hospitality
- Communications
- Technology
- Engineering
- Sales
Course Requirements
General Education Courses
English/Communication 6 credits
Math/Science 6-7 credits
Arts/Humanities/Social Sciences 6 credits
General Education Elective 3 credits
Total 21-22 credits
General Education Electives
(select four courses from at least two of the following areas)
Math/Science 3-4 credits
Humanities 3 credits
Social Sciences 3 credits
Total 12 credits
Advising Pathway
Twenty-seven (27) additional credits selected with your advisor create this pathway to developing further knowledge.
Total 27 credits
Contact
For further questions about this program, please email gs@kvcc.me.edu .