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