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General Studies Program at Montgomery College

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Our General Studies Program provides an opportunity for you to focus your studies in one of three discipline cores, a combination of those areas, or a chance to start your journey while exploring your options.

There is also a fully online degree option and a z-degree option (no textbook purchases required). 

Students enrolled in General Studies at Montgomery College will need to complete at least 15 credits from courses offered within a chosen core discipline, including a minimum of 3 credits at the 200 level.

Focus Options for General Studies
Humanities, Arts, Communication and Languages Core: English | Film | History | Philosophy | Professional and Technical Writing | World Languages
Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Core: Data Science  | Pre-STEM Major | Pre-Nursing | Professional and Technical Writing
Social Sciences, Administration and Health Core: Anthropology| Economics | Homeland Security | Political Science | Professional and Technical Writing | Psychology | Sociology

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Humanities, Arts, Communication and Languages
The Humanities, Arts, Communication and Languages Core allows students to begin their studies in the following areas: English, Film, History, Linguistics, Philosophy, Women’s and Gender Studies and World Languages.
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Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
This core allows students to begin studies in various STEM disciplines
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Social Sciences, Administration and Health
The Social Sciences, Administration and Health Core allows students to begin their studies in the following areas: Anthropology, Economics, History, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology.
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Interested in More than One Discipline?

Available Fully Online
Complete this degree or certificate on your schedule, from anywhere with an internet connection, by taking all your classes online. Find out more about online learning.
Our Integrated Studies Core allows students to pursue a degree combining two of the above discipline cores.

Unsure of your Major? Want to explore some options?

Any of the General Studies cores can be used to refine and decide on your interests as you decide on your longer term academic and career goals.  Use the information here to determine which General Studies area is right for you. 

Have Questions?

Montgomery College is committed to your success. If you have questions about the General Studies program, you may schedule an appointment with the Counseling Office, a program advisornew window, or request a program advisor.  You may also email us at generalstudies@montgomerycollege.edu. 

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