Academic testing is conducted during Orientation. Based on the results of math and English exams, remedial courses may be assigned. In planning the students's schedule, the program director makes every attempt to assign the student to courses which will fulfill graduation requirements for the program the student intends to pursue. Return to top of page Program Duration Students remain in the General Studies Program for a minimum of one semester and a maximum of three semesters. They must also demonstrate competency in courses related to the specific program for which they are applying.
Some programs have additional requirements.
Students will be informed of these requirements during their meeting with the program director at Orientation. Students may request to enroll in their academic major after achieving the prescribed grade point average, demonstrating competency in related courses and being recommended by the program director, with final approval from the Dean. This may occur as early as the end of the student's first semester but must occur by the end of the third semester. The General Studies Program is designed to enable students to complete degree requirements within the standard time frame for their major. Bachelor degrees may be completed in four years.