Core Curriculum
Iona University is inspired by Saint Columba, founder of the early medieval historic abbey on the isle of Iona off the coast of Scotland, which was a center of learning, arts, culture and spirituality dedicated to the formation of the whole person. In Columba’s footsteps, Iona’s Core Curriculum offers a holistic foundation for your development as you seek to thrive as citizens and prospective leaders in an ever-changing world.
The Core provides a common learning experience that prepares all students for ethical, engaged citizenship and lifelong learning. The Core encourages you to see the world and your learning through the lenses of diversity, sustainability, and a global perspective framed by the values of peace, justice, civic engagement and service.
All incoming freshmen complete the Core Curriculum, no matter which School your academic major is in.
Core Curriculum for Transfer Students
Core Curriculum requirements vary for transfer students. You should check with the Center for Advising to learn how your specific transfer credits apply to the core curriculum.
- Transfer students who have completed 12 credits or more taken at another institution of higher education and have received a C grade or better in all courses transferred are not required to take COL 150.
- Transfer students with fewer than 12 credits ordinarily register for a free-standing Columba Cornerstone in their first semester, but must complete the requirement no later than their second semester at Iona University.
