The Associate of General Studies (AGS) degree has been designed to prepare students for entry into one of the many baccalaureate degree programs offered by the university. The AGS degree validates the importance of general education as a foundation for academic achievement in the selected baccalaureate degree and for future professional advancement. Students can apply for the AGS by contacting the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies. When applying it is not necessary to change a current major, but if students are exploring different majors, they can major in the AGS degree program (GSAX major).