Students must complete the following English Composition sequence or its equivalent:

• ENG 111 - English Composition I

• ENG 121 - English Composition II

Students whose first language is not English may be required to take an ESL course prior to starting the English Composition sequence. Check with your assigned advisor for more information.

Students must complete the following requirements or their equivalents.

• Mathematical and Quantitative Reasoning*

• Life and Physical Sciences

Use the Global Search tool and select the appropriate college, term, and requirement designation to view available classes.

*Students must request permission from a Math Advisor prior to enrolling into a Math course. Request permission here.

Students must complete courses in the following areas:

• World Cultures and Global Issues

• U.S. Experiences in Its Diversity

• Creative Expression

• Individual and Society

• Scientific World

• One course from any area

Students can refer to DegreeWorks for a list of options from these areas. Requirements that are still needed will appear as a red circle — these are good options to consider when selecting courses. Requirements that have been completed will appear as a green checkmark, and those marked with a blue half-circle indicate courses that are in progress. See the image below for an example.

Use the Global Search tool and select the appropriate college, term, and requirement designation to view available classes. Students can also review the Undergraduate Bulletin for a full list of courses that may satisfy these requirements.

Please note that some of these courses may be satisfied by major requirements. In addition, some requirements may have already been fulfilled by courses taken at a prior institution.

Students must get permission from a Language Advisor to enroll in any foreign language class. Visit the Language Advising page for more information.

• Students entering as freshmen must complete a foreign language sequence, that is, two levels of the same foreign language.

• Transfer students without an associate's or bachelor's degree should consult with a Language Advisor to determine how many foreign language courses are needed.

• Associate's degree and bachelor's degree holders are exempt from taking the foreign language requirement at Lehman College.

All Lehman students (except second-degree students) are required to complete up to two (2) LEH 35X courses (choose from LEH 351, 352, 353, 354, or 355). Consult with your assigned academic advisor or review DegreeWorks to determine how many LEH courses are needed.

Depending on your major, certain LEH courses may not apply toward your degree requirements. Use DegreeWorks or speak with your academic advisor to review your approved options.

When can you take LEH 35X courses?

You can only enroll in LEH 35X courses after you have:

• Completed at least 45 credits

• Declared a major

Students starting as freshmen will be enrolled in LEH 250 (First-Year Seminar), which satisfies one of the LEH requirements.

All Lehman students (except second-degree students) are required to take up to four (4) writing intensive courses. The number of writing intensive courses may vary by student. Consult with your assigned academic advisor or review your DegreeWorks to determine how many writing intensive courses are needed.

Click here for instructions on how to identify writing intensive courses. 

Many LEH 35X courses are also designated as Writing Intensive, which may help students fulfill multiple requirements at the same time.

Onboarding academic advisors and general academic advisors typically do not advise students on major-specific requirements. Students must connect with their major or departmental advisor for questions regarding their major. Students can also refer to DegreeWorks and the Undergraduate Bulletin for more information on major requirements.

Visit this page for a list of academic departments.

Choosing a minor is optional. Students can choose to declare a minor in any area of interest and should consult with a departmental advisor for more information about the minor. Students can also refer to DegreeWorks and the Undergraduate Bulletin for more information on minor requirements.

Visit this page for a list of academic departments.

General electives are courses taken outside of the major and general education requirements to help students reach the 120 credits required for graduation.

Students can use electives to:

• Explore personal interests
• Stay on track for full-time enrollment
• Complete additional courses to meet minimum liberal arts requirements if needed

⚠️ Important: General electives may be limited depending on your major. It is important to choose your electives carefully to ensure they apply toward your degree and do not negatively impact your financial aid eligibility.

For guidance on general electives, credits in residency, liberal arts requirements, GPA requirements, and other degree details, connect with your academic advisor via Navigate 360.