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General Studies

Build a broad foundation in education policy with our comprehensive General Studies track. Explore the fundamentals of how education systems work and develop critical thinking skills for understanding policy issues.

10 Courses
30 Credits
4 Semesters

Who Is This Track For?

Ideal for students seeking a comprehensive introduction to education policy without specializing in a specific area. Perfect for those exploring career options or planning graduate study in education, public policy, or related fields.

Career Outcomes

  • Education Policy Analyst
  • School District Administrator
  • Nonprofit Program Coordinator
  • Education Researcher
  • Graduate Study Preparation

Core Competencies

  • Policy Analysis and Evaluation
  • Educational Governance Understanding
  • Research and Communication Skills
  • Equity and Social Justice Perspectives

Course Curriculum

10 courses covering essential education policy topics, from foundations to advanced analysis and your capstone project.

Sample Course Schedule

Complete the General Studies track in 4 semesters with this recommended sequence.

Semester 1 (Fall)

6 credits
EDGS 101
Introduction to Education Policy
EDGS 105
Civic Foundations of Education

Semester 2 (Spring)

9 credits
EDGS 201
Education Finance Fundamentals
EDGS 210
Equity in Education
EDGS 215
Education Law and Rights

Semester 3 (Fall)

9 credits
EDGS 301
Education Policy Analysis
EDGS 310
School Governance and Leadership
EDGS 315
Comparative Education Systems

Semester 4 (Spring)

6 credits
EDGS 401
Current Issues in Education Policy
EDGS 490
Capstone: Education Policy Project

Track Resources

Download course materials, readings, and worksheets to support your learning.

General Studies Course Syllabus Pack

Complete syllabi for all 10 courses in the General Studies track.

PDF - 4.2 MB

Education Policy Reader

Curated collection of foundational readings in education policy.

PDF - 12.8 MB

Policy Analysis Worksheets

Templates and frameworks for analyzing education policies.

ZIP - 2.1 MB

Case Study Collection

Real-world education policy case studies for classroom use.

PDF - 8.5 MB

Ready to Start Your Journey?

Join the General Studies track and build your foundation in education policy.