Academic Catalog 2025-2026

General Education

In keeping with the mission of CSUDH to “provide education, scholarship and service that are, by design, accessible and transformative,” our General Education (GE) program seeks to provide foundational learning opportunities that help students make deep connections and find personal meaning that propels them throughout their education and life beyond the university.

This focus of our GE program is why GE is more than just a list of requirements. They are at the foundation of your college experience and future success. GE classes give you a chance to explore different fields and find out what you are passionate about. GE classes also help you develop essential skills, explore new ideas, and prepare for real-world challenges. No matter your major, these courses will give you the tools to think critically, communicate effectively, and solve problems in creative ways.

A key feature of CSUDH’s GE program is its emphasis on transdisciplinary learning, which encourages students to integrate knowledge and methodologies from multiple disciplines to address complex problems. By engaging students in different fields from across the university, our GE program prepares students to think critically across traditional academic boundaries and develop innovative, practical solutions to real-world issues. CSUDH’s GE program prioritizes community-based learning, fostering partnerships with local schools, businesses, and organizations.