As part of the Graduation Requirements for Undergraduates , Adams State University has prescribed a program of general education for all students seeking associate or baccalaureate degrees. This is done in the belief that our graduates must possess knowledge, skills, competencies, and an acquaintance with major areas of knowledge commonly possessed by educated persons. 

Adams State University general education requirements align with the State of Colorado GT-Pathways guaranteed transfer curriculum. Students who have completed the GT-Pathways curriculum in its entirety meet Adams State general education requirements. Likewise, any GT-Pathways course, regardless of where it was completed, will meet the equivalent requirement in the relevant GT-Pathways category.

A variety of courses are available in each general education category that meet the required content and competencies for general education. Many of the general education requirements are included in Adams State Institutional Learning Outcomes, and are indicated with (GT) next to the outcome.

All students must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 in general education courses to graduate (Fall 2011 admittance or later).