Students must complete a minimum of 39 units of coursework from Areas A through E including the specific requirements listed for each Area. A grade of “C” or better is required for all courses in Area A, the mathematics course in Area B4 and at least 30 of the units completed in Areas A through E.
Grades of “credit/pass” can be used if equivalent to a “C”.

One course may not be used to satisfy more than one general education requirement.

To receive a Certificate of Achievement in CSU GE:

• A minimum of 12 residency units must be completed at GWC.
• Students need to file a petition for the Certificate of Achievement in CSU General Education Breadth (CSU-GE) with the Admissions and Records Office. Students who are awarded this Certificate of Achievement must also request CSU-GE certification at the Admissions and Records Office when sending their final transcript to the four-year school.