General Education Requirements

The General Education courses include subjects other than those within the areas of the degree concentration. 

General Education courses encourage study in different areas and provide a common Undergraduate experience for all students. 

A grade of "C" or better is required for transfer credit.  All credit must have been earned at a recognized accredited institution. 

An example of General Education courses that will meet the requirements is provided. 

Southwest University’s Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Degree  program is designed for students who have earned an Associate Degree or a minimum of sixty (60) semester hours of undergraduate courses.  At least thirty (30) semester hours, 10 courses, must be general education courses.  All credit must have been earned at a recognized accredited institution.  A grade of "C" or  better is required for transfer credit. 

General Education courses provide a foundation upon which students build a common body of knowledge.  These courses include subjects other than those within the areas of professional concentration.

An example of General Education courses that will meet the requirement are:

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