Degree Requirements

Majors in Arts and Sciences may be completed with a minimum of 120 semester hours unless designated otherwise. At least 30 hours of course work, which represents 25% of the required 120 hours, must be at the upper division level in order to fulfill the University’s residency requirement. At least 15 of the 30 upper-division hours must be in the major or concentration area. An overall grade-point-average (GPA) of 2.0 is required for graduation. In addition, a minimum GPA of 2.0 is required in the student’s major or concentration area.

Modern and Classical Languages and Literature/International Studies Double Major

This program allows students to maximize their international training and experience. In addition to completing the 42 hours requirements for the International Studies major, the student will complete the program of study set out by the Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literature. This option allows the student to develop additional language and analytical skills. Moreover, Modern and Classical Languages and Literature majors enjoy additional and special opportunities to participate in study abroad programs.