Program Overview

Introduction to the MAC Program

The MAC program is UNCG's General Education Program, designed to build foundational skills and knowledge that students need to succeed in college and beyond.

About MAC

MAC focuses on the development of 11 foundational competencies for success in college and life. To complete MAC, students must take one course in each competency, which is equivalent to 33-34 credits.

MAC Competencies

The program consists of 11 competencies that are essential for students to succeed in college and life.

MAC Course Search

Students can search for MAC courses by MAC Competency using the UNCGenie Course Search option.

MAC at a Glance

• 11 MAC Competencies
• 345 MAC Instructors
• Approximately 400 MAC Courses

Note on MAC Competencies

For the academic year, there were 10 MAC competencies.

Teaching in MAC

MAC offers exciting opportunities to new instructors and seasoned professionals. Communities of practice built around the MAC Competencies create peer-to-peer connection and resource-sharing.

GEN ED Advising

Whether advisors serve students in MAC, in GEC, or both, the key to advising success is knowing UNCG's policies, procedures, and expectations for completing general education credit.