General Education Requirements

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Students must complete the following college-level general education requirements in order to be eligible for an Associate of Science degree:

A.S. degree requirementsTrimester Credits
English Composition6
Mathematics3
Computer Literacy2-3
Natural Sciences6
Religion1, 26
Behavioral Sciences3-6
Physical Education1-2
Additional requirements for a B.S. degreeTrimester Credits
Statistics3
Physical Education1-2
Religion1, 26
Humanities23-6
Elective3

1ADU graduates must complete six college-level credits for the Associate of Science degree and six for the Bachelor of Science degree. Students may not use the same courses to meet both degree requirements. Graduate of both degrees will complete 12 college-level credits of religion.

2All incoming students are required to take and successfully complete, with a minimum grade of C (2.00), the course Philosophy of Healthcare during their first trimester. This two or three credit course will help students prepare to be successful at the University and also set the stage for their career as a healthcare provider. This course may count towards the ADU religion or humanities requirement.