General Education: The Foundation for your future
Advising & Career Center
Monday-Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Not sure where to start? You're in the right place!
Whether you’re exploring career options, planning to transfer, or just getting started, General Education at Great Falls College gives you a strong, flexible foundation.
Why these classes matter?
Think of these classes as the “skills toolkit” you take with you no matter what career you choose. You learn how to communicate, solve problems, understand people and make smart decisions — the stuff every employer is seeking.
Taking these classes shows that you’re prepared, reliable and ready for the next step.
Earning your Associate of Arts, Associate of Science or General Studies Certificate demonstrate you can:
Communicate clearly
Think critically
- Solve Problems
- Work with people
Navigate college with confidence
Heath Voy, former president of the Associated Students of Great Falls College, continues shining at the University of Montana. Voy recently earned a couple of prestigious honors, including a Critical Language Scholarship through the Department of State. He will travel to Kyrgyzstan this summer to study Russian as part of the program.
How these classes work for you
At Great Falls College, General Education is designed to be flexible and practical, whether you’re planning ahead or still figuring things out.
General Education courses are often completed early in a degree and can be planned strategically to keep you moving forward.
Start building college credits while exploring different fields
Complete foundational courses before transferring to a university
Earn a credential while deciding your next step
Save time and money by completing required courses early
Your Options at Great Falls College
We offer multiple pathways depending on your goals:
A broad, transfer-focused degree ideal for students planning to continue toward a bachelor’s degree in fields like communication, social sciences or the humanities.
Designed for students pursuing science, health or technical fields, with a strong foundation in math and science for transfer.
A flexible option for students who want to build foundational skills, explore interests or gain a credential while deciding their next step.
Ready to get started?
Many students start with General Education while they figure out their path—and that’s exactly what it’s designed for.
You don’t have to have it all figured out. You just have to get started.
Contact Advising, call (406) 771-5100, or email [email protected] to learn more or to get started!