Exploratory Studies

*Note: Approval for 4+1 Program required prior to registration in 500-level courses. Students restricted to 15 500-level credits.

Part 3. General Electives

13 Credits Students must select a minimum of 13 credits of general electives to earn 124 credits for a Bachelor of Science Degree. Graduation requirements include a minimum of 36 upper-level credits across the entire program, which may require additional elective credits.

DESCRIPTION

Exploratory Studies is a starting point for students who have not yet decided what they will pursue as their Undergraduate degree. Your first year at North Central will be focused on accumulating general education and elective credits, while helping you explore the degree path that may be right for you. You will be ready to transition into any NCU major. Through this track, you will have the opportunity to explore many fields and have a variety of experiences that will add to your time at North Central. Students must declare a major once 30 credits have been earned.

What sets up apart

• Close partnership with Career Services that includes free assessments • Exposure to other departments through scheduled college chapels • Personal advising appointments with our Academic Success Office staff • A guided starting point for transitioning into the degree program that is right for you

“Skills you’ll gain” • Working with professionals • Self-awareness through self-assessment • Time management • Interpersonal communication