General Education Requirements and Student Learning Outcomes

General Education Requirements - In addition to the regular core curriculum (major), a 30-credit general education core is required of all bachelor students enrolled in non-residential education programs. This 30-credit general education core includes:

• Three semester credits in Biblical Literature.
• Three semester credits in Philosophy/Religion/Biblical Literature.
• Nine semester credits in English/Composition/Speech/Literature.
• Six semester credits in Social Sciences.
• Three semester credits in Math.
• Three semester credits in Science.
• Three semester credits in Fine Arts/Foreign Language.

Bachelor core courses that fall into general education categories may not be used to fulfill both the core requirement and the general education requirement.

General Education Learning Outcomes -

• Christian knowledge and integration: Students can utilize a Christ-centered, biblical worldview to inform their vision for and mission in life.
• Global Awareness: Students can relate the diversity and universality in global history, culture, and society to God’s divine design.
• Critical Thinking: Students can think creatively and effectively as part of making informed solutions. 
• Quantitative skills: Students can apply theoretical frameworks to real world applications.
• Communication: Students can convey ideas and facts in ways that demonstrate their development as leaders and world changers.
• Information Literacy: Students can apply proficiencies needed by citizens of an information abundant society.