The general education curriculum for degree completion programs provides a broad foundation in the arts and sciences and fosters the development of competency in reading, writing, communication, critical thinking and inquiry, and ethical reflection. The liberally educated person possesses skills for effective communication, insight into human nature and culture, scientific understanding, philosophical inquiry and understanding of religious traditions. The following general education requirements complement undergraduate degrees throughout the University.
Core Requirements
The core consists of 36 credit hours including the following.
- ENGL 120: Rhetoric and Writing (3)
- COMM 101: Speech Fundamentals (3)
College Level Mathematics
Applicable college-level math required in major (3)
Natural Science
- One life science course (3)
- One physical science course (3)
History/Social Sciences
- One history course (3)
- One social science course (3)
- One history or social science course (3)
Art/Humanities/Music/Literature
- One courses in art, humanities, music or literature (3)
- One course in art, humanities, music, literature, religious studies or philosophy (3)
Philosophy
Philosophy 150: The Examined Life (3)
Religious Studies
One religious studies course (3)
Transitions
ACSU 101: Transfer Student Orientation (0)
Transfer Students
Transfer students who have completed the Illinois Articulation Initiative General Education Core Curriculum (IAI/GECC) requirements (37-41 hours) complete the following mission-based courses at SXU in order to fulfill their general education requirements:
- Philosophy 150: The Examined Life (3)
- One religious studies course (3)