GE Pattern Comparison Chart
This chart shows the different requirements between the 2 current GE options (CSU GE and IGETC) and the new option (Cal-GETC).
Switching to Cal-GETC might be the best option for you, or staying with IGETC or CSU GE might be better for your personal choice of major or university. Talk to your counselor to help you decide.
| GE Area Requirement | CSU GE (2024-25 catalog rights or earlier) | IGETC (2024-25 catalog rights or earlier) | Cal-GETC (2025-26 catalog rights and later) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 - English Communication |
English Composition Written Communication Oral Communication |
English Composition Critical Thinking and Composition |
English Composition Critical Thinking and Composition Oral Communication |
|
2 - Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning |
1 course – 3 units |
1 course – 3 units |
1 course – 3 units |
|
3 – Arts and Humanities |
Arts Humanities Arts or Humanities |
Arts Humanities Arts or Humanities |
Arts Humanities |
|
4 - Social and Behavioral Sciences |
2 courses – 6 units |
2 courses from 2 disciplines – 6 units |
2 courses from 2 disciplines – 6 units |
|
5 – Physical and Biological Sciences |
Physical Science Biological Science Laboratory for Phys/Bio Science - 1 unit |
Physical Science Biological Science Laboratory for Phys/Bio Science - 1 unit |
Physical Science Biological Science Laboratory for Phys/Bio Science - 1 unit |
|
6 - Language Other than English (LOTE) |
Not required |
Required |
Not required |
|
7 – Ethnic Studies |
1 course – 3 units |
1 course – 3 units |
1 course – 3 units |
|
Lifelong Learning and Self-Development |
1 course – 3 units |
Not required |
Not required |
|
Total GE Units Required |
39 |
37 |
34 |