Beginning in fall 2010, incoming students are required to complete a Core Curriculum. The Core Curriculum consists of 9 hours of Core I classes, 25 hours of Core II classes, 6 hours of writing intensive credit, 3 hours of multicultural or international credit, and a capstone project in his/her major. Additional students in the College of Science are required to complete three hours of literature, an additional eight hours in physical or natural science, and three hours of calculus. Incoming student should speak with an academic advisor about classes which fulfill the Core requirements.
Marshall Plan for College of Science Majors
Current students or students returning after being out a semester will continue to follow the university-wide Marshall Plan. The Marshall Plan includes:
Credit Hours |
Requirements |
Courses typically fulfilling the requirement or exemptions: |
|
3 |
MTH 121 or a higher level mathematics course | MTH 122, MTH 127, MTH 130, MTH 132, MTH 140, MTH 229, or higher |
|
3 |
Multicultural studies | Social Science courses required for major |
|
3 |
Writing Intensive course | Literature or Humanities required for major |
|
6 |
International studies course | Social Science courses required for major |
|
2 -6 |
Capstone Experience | Senior year capstone experience for major |
|
3 |
IT 101 or computer literacy/competency | All students in the College of Science are exempted. |
|
4 |
ISC | All students in the College of Science are exempted. |
| Note: Most College of Science majors do not require Art, Music, or Theatre appreciation. | ||
Students who are unsure which plan to follow should speak with an academic advisor for clarification.