Must a G.E. pattern be completed in its entirety?
To receive an occupational A.A. or A.S. degree, yes. However, if you plan to transfer to a four-year college, the G.E. pattern is highly advisable but not mandatory. The G.E. pattern will make your application more competitive, which is particularly important with impacted majors at a four-year college. Some students, such as those in engineering and science are encouraged to focus primarily on completing pre-major coursework rather than the G.E. pattern.
