GENERAL STUDIES CERTIFICATE

General Studies Certificate

The General Studies certificate program blends general education core courses and electives aligned with individual aspirations to give students the opportunity to explore their individual career and education interests. The General Studies certificate program helps prepare students for the workforce and further educational opportunities.

There are 21 credits required to complete the General Studies Certificate including general requirements in:

  • College Writing I

  • Speech Communication

  • General Psychology

  • Professional Development Seminar I

An additional three (3) program concentration courses in at least two (2) of the following areas are also required:

  • Management

  • Early Childhood Education

  • Human Services

  • Natural Sciences

  • Computer Information Systems

  • …and more!

Interested in an associate or bachelor’s degree? All courses in the certificate program will transfer into the corresponding associate degree program at Urban College of Boston. In addition, transfer agreements with other colleges allow students to continue their education. See our College Transfer Pathways page for information on how your associate degree at UCB can transfer into several bachelor’s degree completion programs.


 
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— ANEUDY, CLASS OF 2019
 

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QUICK PROGRAM FACTS

Learning Type: Online, On Campus, Both

Length: 21 Credits

Course Languages: English

Financial Aid Available: Yes

Scholarships Available: Yes

Application Fee: FREE

Cost: $951 per course - See Financial Aid for more information

 

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You will be asked to provide the following materials:

  1. Copy of your high school diploma, GED, or HiSET

  2. Photo ID

  3. Completed Online Application

We can assist and schedule times for you to meet with an advisor about your academic goals and the Financial Aid team to discuss available support and make a plan.

 
 

Career Facts and Outcomes

Occupational Outcome: This program is designed to assist you with your career advancement while you work on completing the certificate.

Career Advancement: Transfer your certificate towards an associate degree at UCB for more career advancement opportunities.

Alternate Pathways: Urban College of Boston (UCB) offers several associates degree programs as well as professional studies courses. Take a look at our associate degrees or our professional studies here.

 

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Urban College of Boston opens new pathways to opportunity through individualized, supportive, and multilingual education that prepares a diverse community of learners to pursue career advancement and transform their lives.