General Education

Mission Statement

At the core of Middle Tennessee State University's educational mission is the General Education curriculum. This curriculum is designed to provide students with a diverse and interdisciplinary knowledge base that complements and supports their college major. With an emphasis on critical thinking, problem solving, and effective communication, General Education provides a foundation for academic and professional success as well as informed civic engagement. The General Education experience equips students with the tools necessary to become lifelong learners capable of adapting their knowledge and skills to a dynamic and diverse world.

For students enrolled at MTSU prior to the 2024-2025 catalog:

Students who matriculated at MTSU prior to 2024 should remain on this page and complete the general education requirements found under the "For Students" tab. See your advisor if you have questions.

General Education Redesign: The True Blue Core launches Fall of 2024

MTSU has been working on a major redesign of its general education curriculum since Fall 2018. The new curriculum, the True Blue Core, launches with the 2024-2025 catalog. If you are an incoming student in Fall of 2024 or you have changed catalog to the 2024-2025 catalog, click on the link below to learn about Core requirements.  All other students--those who have matriculated prior to 2024 and have not changed catalogs--should remain on this page (mtsu.edu/gen_ed) and complete the general education requirements found under the "For Students" tab.  See your advisor if you think you'd like to change catalogs.

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