Coursework/Graduation requirements

Welcome to City College! In your journey towards a college degree, you will take a variety of courses that will not only help you excel in the major you choose but also provide you with a strong academic foundation and expose you to a wide range of exciting areas of study. Courses that you take en route to graduation will comprise the following categories:

1. Courses in your major

2. General Education courses

3. Free Elective courses
 
Let's talk briefly about the General Education at City College:
The General Education Curriculum (Pathways) is an educational experience shared by all City College students, with some variations depending on your major. It is comprised of introductory coursework designed to help you develop the fundamental skills (writing, research, and critical thinking) and background you need for advanced work regardless of your major. It is also meant to introduce you to a range of different disciplines and show you how all these areas of knowledge are interrelated. 

To fulfill the General Education requirement, you will be able to choose from a selection of General Education courses that are grouped into different categories, such as composition (writing), quantitative reasoning (math), world literature, world history, science, etc. Your academic advisor will help you chose the best courses to begin your City College journey.  You should also explore the General Education website in order to familiarize yourself with the requirements and resources we offer, as taking the "right" courses will speed up your progress toward graduation. 

NOTE TO TRANSFER STUDENTS: If you are transferring to City College from another institution, you may have already completed (at least) a portion of your General Education requirements. Please be sure to meet with an academic advisor to discuss your General Education requirements.

I wish you an excellent academic and social experience at City College!

For more information please visit the General education website.

Additional information about Pathways is available at:

• https://www.cuny.edu/about/administration/offices/undergraduate-studies/pathways/
• https://www.cuny.edu/about/administration/offices/undergraduate-studies/pathways/rightsandresponsibilities/

Choosing your major

Whether you have decided on your major or are still uncertain, we suggest you review the Degree Maps page to see the requirements for majors offered at City College and how those majors can be completed in four years. All students, and in particular those who have already taken college credits, should discuss their own academic path with an advisor.
 

We wish you an excellent academic and social experience at City College!