General Education

At the University of Cincinnati Clermont College, General Education is more than a set of requirements; it’s the foundation of your academic and professional success. No matter your program, you’ll build essential skills in communication, critical thinking, scientific reasoning, and civic awareness that prepare you for today’s workforce and tomorrow’s opportunities.

Our General Education curriculum is designed to be:

• Flexible – aligned with your academic and career goals 
• Transfer-friendly – especially for students continuing to a bachelor’s degree 
• Career-relevant – integrated with technical and applied learning

General Education requirements vary depending on your degree type, whether your goal is to transfer or enter the workforce.

Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees are best for transitioning to a Bachelor’s Degree program and are ideal for students planning to continue their education. These programs:

• Follow the Ohio Transfer 36 (OT36) framework 
• Align closely with bachelor’s degree General Education requirements 
• Provide a broad academic foundation in: 
  • Writing and communication 
  • Humanities and social sciences 
  • Mathematics 
  • Natural sciences

These degrees (typically labelled as AAS, AAB, or ATS) focus on Career Readiness or transitioning to UC Clermont’s Bachelor of Technical Studies: Applied Administration/Healthcare Administration. Technical and applied associate degrees are ideal for students looking to enter the workforce quickly while building essential academic skills.

These programs combine:

• At least 30 credit hours of non-technical coursework, including General Education 
• Specialized, hands-on training in your chosen field

You’ll gain:

• Practical, job-ready skills 
• Foundational knowledge in communication, math, and critical thinking

Students pursuing a bachelor’s degree will complete a structured General Education program that includes both core coursework and developmental learning experiences throughout the degree.

General Education Core (Minimum 36 Credit Hours)

You’ll complete coursework across key areas:

• English Composition - Develop strong written communication skills early and refine them as you progress 
• Arts & Humanities - Explore culture, creativity, and human expression 
• Social & Behavioral Sciences - Understand human behavior, societies, and global systems 
• Civility & Democracy - Examine civic responsibility and engagement in modern society 
• Math, Statistics, & Logic - Build quantitative reasoning and problem-solving skills 
• Natural Sciences (with lab) - Learn scientific principles through hands-on and theoretical study 
• Additional General Education Electives - Customize your learning with courses that match your interests

Bachelor’s students also engage in learning milestones:

• First-Year Experience - transition to college success 
• Mid-Collegiate Experience - deepen academic and career direction 
• Capstone Experience - apply learning in a culminating project

No matter your major, General Education helps you:

• Communicate effectively in any profession 
• Think critically and solve complex problems 
• Understand diverse perspectives 
• Adapt to a rapidly changing workforce

At UC Clermont, these skills are intentionally woven into your program so you graduate not only with knowledge in your field but also with the versatility to succeed on any path you choose.

Whether you’re starting your academic journey or advancing your career, UC Clermont offers flexible pathways to help you achieve your goals.