Associate of General Studies (A.G.S.) Degree
The associate of general studies (A.G.S.) degree is a non-designated degree that requires a minimum of 90 credit hours. The candidate for the A.G.S. must understand that the degree is not a transfer degree, although some or possibly all of the courses may be accepted by another institution. General education requirements are designed to meet the core competencies outlined by the Statement of Student Outcomes.
| GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS |
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| Writing |
3
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| WR060 or above |
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| Speech |
3
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| SP100 or SP111 |
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| Arts and Letters (Humanities) |
6
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| Selection from Transfer Course List |
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| Social Science |
6
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| Mathematics |
4
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| MTH060 or above |
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| Science/Computer Science |
4
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| Science with laboratory, Selection from Transfer Course List |
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| or CS120, CS121, CS122 |
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| Professional/Technical Courses |
24
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| Electives |
40
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| TOTAL CREDIT REQUIREMENT |
90
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- A maximum of 12 pass (P) program or elective credits may count toward an A.G.S. degree.
- A cumulative grade point average of 2.00 or better must be maintained for graduation.
- Students must attend Blue Mountain Community College at least two (2) terms and complete a minimum of 24 BMCC credits in order for BMCC to award an A.G.S. degree.
