Educational Planning Resources

The Counseling Department provides major requirements and general education worksheets. These worksheets are for advising purposes only and should be used in consultation with a counselor. Please refer to the official catalog for complete program information.

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Major Requirements

The Counseling Department provides Major Requirements Worksheets which list the requirements for certificate of achievement and associate degree programs. Certificate of training programs and their requirements, however, are listed within the respective academic department's webpage.

NOTE: These worksheets are for advising purposes only; refer to the official catalog for complete program information, and consult with a counselor for guidance.

Associate Degrees for Transfer (AA-T/AS-T)

The Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT), which includes the AA-T and AS-T degrees, is designed for students planning to complete a bachelor's degree in a related major at a CSU campus. While earning an AA-T or AS-T guarantees admission to the CSU system, it does not guarantee admission to a specific campus or major. Graduation requirements include completing a major and fulfilling either the IGETC or the CSU General Education-Breadth pattern. Campus-specific major requirements can be found on assist.org. It is highly recommended that students work closely with a counselor to develop a transfer plan.

Associate Degrees (AA/AS/AS-UCT) & Certificates of Achievement

The awarding of Certificates of Achievement and Associate Degrees (AA/AS) recognizes a student's successful completion of a major or program of study. For an associate degree, students may choose from three General Education patterns: Monterey Peninsula College General Education, CSU GE-Breadth, or IGETC. A GE pattern is not required for a Certificate of Achievement. Note: the Chemistry AS-UCT and Physics AS-UCT are UC transfer degrees under the UC Transfer Pathway (UCTP) program. These degrees require IGETC, with completion of two additional Arts/Humanities and Social/Behavioral Science courses after transfer. The degrees are accepted by all nine UCs, but admission and major requirements vary by campus. Consult a counselor for guidance.

Our Three General Education Patterns 

At MPC, general education is necessary for associate degree seekers and those looking to transfer to a UC or CSU. Depending on your major and transfer goals, there are three patterns to choose from. If you're completing a certificate, GE classes are not required. Students with a high-unit major like biology and engineering or who are interested to a private or out-of-state institution should meet with a counselor to discuss your options. Learn more about the three GE pathways below. If you are interested in transferring to private or out-of-state institutions, please schedule a counseling appointment.

MPC GE AA/AS Degree

This pattern is for students seeking a non-transfer AA/AS degree. Our curriculum provides a well-rounded education while focusing on your academic and career goals. Explore how this pattern can fit into your educational journey.

CSU General Education-Breadth Requirements

This pattern is available for students who are only interested in transferring into the California State University (CSU) system. Our CSU GE pattern fulfills the lower-division GE requirements for the CSU system and is one option for those pursuing an Associate Degree for Transfer (AA-T/AS-T).

IGETC Requirements

The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) pattern fulfills the lower division general education requirements for both the California State University (CSU) and the University of California (UC) systems. This a great option for students who want to transfer to either system, a private or out-of-state college or university.

IGETC / CSU General Education Certification

IGETC (Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum) and CSU General Education certification verifies that a student has completed all lower division general education requirements for the UC or CSU. The IGETC can be used for UC and CSU. The CSU Certification is for CSU only. Certification is reported on your official transcript.