Laredo College Core Curriculum
Laredo College’s Core Curriculum provides students with a foundation of knowledge of human cultures and the physical and natural world, develop principles of personal and social responsibility for living in a diverse world, and advance intellectual and practical skills that are essential for all learning. Students planning to continue their education toward a baccalaureate degree can complete core curriculum courses to transfer that block of courses to any Texas public college or university. Articulation agreements with other Texas colleges and universities mean seamless transfer. Laredo College's Core requirements are in 3-hour increments. However, some courses offered, such as Mathematics and Life and Physical Sciences, are 4-hour classes. Any overflow (extra) hours above the required Core of 42 hours will apply to the degree requirements.
Foundational Component Areas
Communication (6 credit hours)
Mathematics (3 credit hours)
(*Note: Students should seek a student success advisor or transfer institution when selecting mathematics options to satisfy their degree plan.)
Life and Physical Sciences (6 credit hours)
(*Note: Labs are not CORE however student is strongly encouraged to verify if lab component is needed for their degree plan.)
Language, Philosophy, and Culture (3 credit hours)
Creative Arts (3 credit hours)
American History (6 credit hours)
Government/Political Science (6 Hours)
GOVT 2305 | Federal Government (Federal constitution & topics) CORE | 3 |
GOVT 2306 | Texas Government (Texas constitution & topics) CORE | 3 |
Social/Behavioral Science (3 credit hours)
Component Area Option (6 credit hours)
Total Credit Hours: 42