Students must take 12 credit hours in each of the three categories from at least two disciplines within each category. 

A complete list of courses that fulfill these requirements is located and can be searched through the Matrix App at www.northwest.iu.edu/coas/student-tools/index.htm .

A course used to satisfy requirements within Group III can also be used to satisfy requirements in Groups I, II, IV, V, or the minor. 

IIIA.  Mathematics, physical sciences, and life sciences - A student must take at least one science course in Group III A that includes a laboratory (at least 4 credit hours).
                 
IIIB. Social and behavioral sciences
                 
IIIC. Humanities - A student must take at least one studio arts/perform­ing arts/creative writing lab course in the humanities (at least 3 credit hours).