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This certificate program provides an integrated option for students seeking an introduction to various academic disciplines. This program is designed for students who are uncertain of their academic goals but wish to take general education courses to prepare for future course work.This program is also offered in a totally online format.

Contact Information:

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Advisement Information

• The generic model below is for students seeking 30 hours of transfer credit.  Courses may be substituted according to majors and college to which student is transferring, but should come from the CHE approved list of 86 courses. 
• Students who are planning to transfer to USC are coded GSTU, the USC Bridge Program.  Evelyn Beck, transfer coordinator for AA, AS & GST, should be listed as the primary advisor for these students.
• GST is designed for students who are uncertain of their academic goals but wish to take general education courses to prepare for future course work or for students planning to transfer with 30 or fewer hours rather than with an associate degree.
• If student is not ready to take college-level courses, use the Developmental and Pre-College Advising Guide.
• Every student must take ENG 101 and ENG 102.
• Additional costs may include but are not limited to, a graphing calculator, scantron sheets, and folders for papers.
• Note to enrollment advisors: please send AA/AS/GST academic advisor electronic notification of student's enrollment.