Originally Posted by shadowcross

While I was still considering which of the "Big Three" to gain my future degree from, I requested Prospecti from the TESC and COSC (EC has it all online).

I rather like what I read in both EC and TESC. I have a Slight problem with the material presented in the COSC.

I really do not intend to bash this institution, but I am really bothered by its degree program.

Upon completion of the required courses, a degree in "General Studies" is awarded.

Charter Oak's credit requirement is actually the most open-ended, I've ever seen, which means that after you fill the General ed requirements, you can take ANYTHING else to fill the numbers. This is Great, but.....

What is General Studies?

After Filling the General Ed requirements, There is a specified number of Credits filled by courses YOU choose, to fulfill the "Concentration."

The Concentration isn't labled on the diploma, however.

to me, "General Studies" is Just "General Studies"

It looks a lot like the requirements of the Arts degrees that are offered by TESC and EC. I may be comparing Catalopes and Honeydews, but to me, the name, "Arts", sounds so much more appealing than "General Studies." Plus there is the added bonus that the Major is included on the Degree.

I believe many would choose a Major over a Concentration. Including prospective empolyers.

Again, I really don't mean to bash on COSC, nor do I wish to change the path of current COSC students.

This College actually provides, what I've concluded is the "Path of least resistance" towards getting any of its four degrees ( AA, AS, BA, and BS). And for those not influenced by a name, and those only concerned with personal accomplishment, Keep on it!

Even I would accomplish a BSGS much fast if I went this route ( as they will use my Tech Credits), But I am interested in the name, and thus decided to gain my degree elsewhere.

Take what You will from my rant.

Cheers!