Degree Components

2023-2024 Catalog

The Marymount Manhattan College Bachelor’s degree consists of three basic components, which together total 120 credits. These components are:

1. General Education

General Education is at the center of the Marymount Manhattan academic experience. While our students major in a wide variety of disciplines, their academic careers all have one thing in common. By the time they graduate from Marymount, they will have completed a curriculum that will expand their intellectual horizons and challenge them to think and learn in ways that push them beyond the boundaries of their chosen majors. At the same time, they will have mastered a set of skills that will help them succeed in whatever career paths they take. (30 credits, see General Education for requirements.)

2. The Major

Each student will select a field of study to explore in depth. MMC offers a selection of liberal arts and pre-professional majors. Study in any major prepares students for graduate work and for a broad range of careers. Majors require the completion of 36 or more credits, depending upon the discipline. Specific requirements for majors are described in the Academic Offerings pages that follow. For specific page numbers, refer to the index.

3. Electives/Minors/Double Majors and Dual Degrees

Most students will have the opportunity to explore additional areas of study through the completion of electives. Electives are chosen, not prescribed. Students are encouraged to consult with an advisor to discuss how to make best use of their elective credits. They may choose to take courses in various areas of interest, structure electives in order to pursue a second major (or degree), concentration(s) or minor(s). In meeting the requirements of a minor, a minimum of six credits must be completed in residence at MMC. Specific requirements for minors are described in the Academic Offerings pages that follow.