Gen Ed: The Basics

• All students are required to complete the Gen Ed experience; requirements can be found under Fulfilling the Requirements
• It may be helpful to review the curriculum areas as you plan your Gen Ed experience
• Your Academic Requirements Report, accessed through SPIRE, shows your progress in meeting graduation requirements, including Gen Ed courses
• You may not take Gen Ed courses as pass/fail
• You may use only one major department course for a Gen Ed requirement (visit the Registrar's webpage for the full explanation)
• For a listing of courses available each semester, visit the Course Offerings webpage

For assistance with Gen Ed courses:

• All students are welcome to visit Academic Advising Link in the Learning Commons.
• If you have declared a major, your academic advisor may help you select Gen Ed courses to complement your major (visit the Registrar’s webpage for assistance locating your Academic Dean).
• If you are undeclared, you should consult your advisor at Undergraduate Advising.
• Domestic exchange (including Five College) students with questions about Gen Ed should consult the Domestic Exchange Program.
• International exchange students should consult the International Programs Office.
• Transfer students and students who enrolled in the University prior to 2002 should consult the Registrar's Office for information on Gen Ed requirements.