Global Assessment Certificate Program

The Global Assessment Certificate Program (GAC) is the world's most recognized university preparation program for students with English as a second language. It was developed by ACT Education Solutions, Limited, in conjunction with universities and accrediting bodies around the world to prepare students for university study in English-speaking countries.

GAC Program Credit Accepted at SOU

Southern Oregon University is one of the GAC's Pathway Universities, and we are pleased to recognize and accept GAC credits towards a bachelor's degree for the following list of courses:

GAC Module

Course Title

SOU Equivalency

SOU Credits

SOU Univeristy Studies Category

GAC005

Computing I: Intro Computing for Academic Study

CS LDT*

4

 

GAC010

Mathematics II: Probability, Statistics, & Finance

MTH 105

4

Quantitative Reasoning

GAC011

Computing II: Data Management

BA 131

4

 

GAC012

Business II: Business Studies

BA 110

4

Social Science Exploration

GAC013

Science II: Scientific Principles

SC LDT*

3

 

GAC016

Mathematics III: Calculus & Advanced Applications

MTH LDT*

4

Quantitative Reasoning

GAC017

Computing III: Digital Communication

MISC LDT*

4

 

GAC022

Business III: International Business Studies

BA LDT*

4

 

GAC023

Science III: General Science

SC LDT*

3

 

GAC024

Discrete Mathematics**

MTH LDT*

4

Quantitative Reasoning

GAC027

Social Science II: Identity & Interaction in Society

SSPC LDT*

4

Social Science Exploration

GAC028

Social Science III: Research Skills & Global Issues

SSPC LDT*

4

Social Science Exploration

 

Total credit hours (quarter)

 

46

 

* LDT courses are "Lower Division Transfer," and do not have specific SOU equivalents. These courses may apply to University Studies requirements or may be used as electives, or substituted in students' degree plans at the faculty advisor's discretion.

** May meet prerequisites for courses requiring MTH 235.

For more information about the GAC Program please conctact the Office of International Programs at intprogs@sou.edu