Starting Your Journey
The mission of the University College is to provide you with
the tools you need to succeed at the university level. To accomplish this, we
have established the following programs and course requirements.
Liberal Studies
Thirty-five credit units of liberal studies are required for
all students seeking their first baccalaureate degree from Northern Arizona
University. You must select classes from the approved list of liberal studies courses.
Our liberal studies program will help you build and refine essential skills in:
- critical thinking
- effective written and oral communication
- scientific reasoning
- quantitative reasoning
Find out more information and requirements for
the Liberal Studies Program.