Regular admission to the university constitutes admission to the College of Science for students entering as first-year students and as transfers from other institutions. There is no separate admissions process.
The College of Science will accept inter-college and college transfers.
Students with a minimum ACT mathematics score of 21 and a minimum ACT composite score of 21, or a minimum SAT math score of 530 and a minimum SAT composite score of 1060, are academically best prepared to start a major in the College of Science and graduate in four years. Student with lower scores will require additional preparatory coursework that may delay their graduation.
On average, a full-time student in the College of Science will carry a 16-credit hour course load each semester. This way a student can stay on track to graduate within four years.
Degrees
See Degrees & Requirements for degrees available through the College of Science.
Students entering any baccalaureate degree program in the College of Science are responsible for meeting the requirements of the Core Curriculum. The Core Curriculum is Marshall’s general education program and applies to all majors. The Core Curriculum is designed to provide essential skills for students’ varied life paths after college in an ever-evolving world.
Students are to consult with their academic/program advisors or the chairperson of their major departments for guidance in determining the specific details of meeting the above referenced baccalaureate curricular initiatives.