Degree Requirements
Each student majoring in departmental programs is expected to complete the following requirements unless written exemption is granted otherwise; the exemptions must bear signature of the assigned advisor and that of the department chairperson. The following is the general guide:
- Review academic progress and obtain advisor鈥檚 approval of class schedule for subsequent semester/session prior to or during the registration period.
听 - Complete all courses required by the听Academic Map in recommended sequence with a minimum overall grade point average of 2.00, with no听more than听one听鈥淒鈥 grade in any major course.
听 - Participate in all required non-credit student activities such as departmental clubs, field trips, and advisory conferences. Attend regular seminar classes听听per Banner schedule.
听 - Pass both the English Proficiency Examination test unless exempted on the basis of superior grades in English courses and the Major Field Test in Biology.
听 - Complete a senior project (or听internship), make听and pass both听formal presentation听of听your completed project and the final submited written, documention of听your project (and student teaching for for those completing Science education concentration).
听 - Complete a resume and other information sheets for the Career Counseling and Placement Office and provide a copy for the Departmental files.
听 - Review academic progress with听your听assigned academic听advisor and make application for graduation in compliance with the University calendar.
听 - Pass the senior exit test, complete all other requirements set by the Department or the University.
听 - Consult with your assigned academic advisor each semester prior to registration on course scheduling, internships, and career planning.