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Preparing for Orientation

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Components of a Degree

Requirements vary by program or degree

at least 120 total credits
at least 39 upper division credits

GENERAL EDUCATION
(39 credit minimum)

GE I - Communications (min. of 6)
1. Language Skills
2. Analytical Skills
GE II - Natural Sciences (9-12 cr)
GE III - Social Sciences (9-12 cr)
GE IV - Humanities (9-12 cr )
GE V - University-wide GE (0-6 cr)

MAJORS and MINORS
(60 cr. minimum)

Major (36 cr.) + Minor (24 cr.)
-or-
Comprehensive Major (60 cr.)
(no minor required)

OTHER UNIVERSITY
REQUIREMENTS

OTHER ELECTIVES

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