Nov 03, 2024  
2024 - 2025 Academic Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2024 - 2025 Academic Undergraduate Catalog

General Education Core Requirements


In accordance with the requirements of the Arkansas Division of Higher Education (ADHE), UAFS requires the completion of a state minimum core of 35 hours of general education courses for baccalaureate, associate of arts, and associate of science degrees. Also in accordance with ADHE requirements, UAFS requires 15 hours of general education courses for associate of applied science and associate of general studies degrees. UAFS has identified the specified courses in the academic areas below to meet these requirements.

Some programs may require specific courses within the general education core to meet degree requirements. Students should consult the requirements for specific Colleges and programs when choosing courses to meet the University general education requirements.


General Education Core Requirements, Baccalaureate, Associate of Arts, and Associate of Science


English Composition - Six Hours


Select a two course sequence

Speech - Three Hours


Mathematics - Three Hours


Select one course

Lab Science - Eight Hours


Select two lecture/lab courses

History/Government - Three Hours


Select one course

Social Sciences - Six Hours


Select two courses from different areas

* if not used to meet History/Government requirement


General Education Core Requirements, Associate of Applied Science and Associate of General Studies


English Composition - Six Hours


Select a two course sequence

Mathematics - Three Hours


Select one course

Computer Applications/Technology - Three Hours