A maximum of nine hours may be counted toward graduation requirements in courses in this category. A directed study requires that a student have a minimum grade point ratio of 2.25 and the course must be approved by the Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs prior to the semester in which it is taken. Each directed study will culminate in a research paper or its equivalent and is normally open to departmental majors with junior or senior standing. Internships may be taken toward undergraduate degrees. Students are limited to a maximum of 6 hours credit for all internships.
Selected readings are open to students with sophomore, junior or senior standing.
Hours earned in these readings cannot be used to meet requirements for the major. Research projects are normally open only to majors. Seminars are regularly offered by various departments of the College. The requirements for these courses are individually listed. Special Projects are open to sophomore, junior or senior students who have a grade point ratio of 2.25.