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1 Application for Admission and Scholarships Academic Year Undergraduate Admissions Chubb Hall Ohio University Athens OH T: F: E: admissions@ohio.edu Established in 1804, Ohio University has a two-century tradition of excellence as the state s oldest public institution of higher learning. Ohio University offers America s best transformative learning experience with opportunities for students to realize their promise through distinctive, high-quality academic programs. Superior research and creative activity strengthen the University s educational mission. CAMPUS VISITS We welcome your visit and offer a variety of campus visitation options to meet your needs. Information sessions and guided walking tours are offered Monday through Friday and most Saturdays throughout the year. You can schedule a visit online at or call Two weeks notice is recommended. APPLICATION STATUS Check your application status! Visit to check the status of your application. REQUEST MORE INFO If you would like more information, please visit our website at or call us at Mail: Undergraduate Admissions Chubb Hall Ohio University Athens OH Please read all sections of this application carefully. For questions regarding this application, contact Undergraduate Admissions at admissions@ohio.edu or

2 FRESHMAN APPLICANTS General Freshman Application Priority Dates Entering Semester Fall February 1 Spring December 1 Summer February 1 For best consideration, applicants are encouraged to apply early during their senior year of high school. Applicants to Journalism, Honors Tutorial College, and Visual Communication should see the appropriate section below for special deadline dates for those programs. FOR MORE INFORMATION REGARDING THESE PROGRAMS OR PROCEDURES, PLEASE CONTACT UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS AT admissions@ohio.edu OR Honors Tutorial College Deadline Dec. 1 To be considered for admission to the Honors Tutorial College (HTC), please complete all pages of the Ohio University Application for Admission and Scholarships, including the HTC application supplement on page 10. See the HTC Application Supplement instructions for complete information about the HTC application process. For additional information, please see All application materials, including this form, portfolios, and letters of recommendation, must be submitted directly to Honors Tutorial College, 35 Park Place, 1 Ohio University, Athens OH and must be received on or before December 1, For questions about applying to HTC, call between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m, Eastern, or honors.college@ohio.edu. E. W. Scripps School of Journalism Priority Date Dec. 15 Applicants to the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism are encouraged, though not required, to submit an essay detailing how you want to help shape the future of journalism, advertising or public relations. No separate application form is required for admission to the School. If you are not offered direct admission to the School of Journalism but are admitted to the University, you may still be eligible for other available programs in the Scripps College of Communication. You may also enter University College as an undecided student or select another major for which you may qualify. Most admitted students not offered direct admission to Journalism may appeal the decision. If applicable, information on other available majors and appeal instructions will be included in your decision letter, and the deadline for appeals is March 1, For more information about the School, visit School of Visual Communication Deadline Dec. 15 In addition to your application completion deadline of December 15, 2011, prospective students must complete an on-campus interview/portfolio review before a final decision regarding direct admission to the major can be made. Undergraduate Admissions will notify students in late December if they have been selected for the on-campus interview/portfolio review. Additional questions regarding this process should be directed to the School of Visual Communication, Seigfred Hall 301E, 1 Ohio University, Athens OH 45701, ADMISSION TESTS Freshman applicants must take either the ACT or SAT by January 1. If you take the ACT, we strongly encourage you to take the optional writing portion of the test. If you have been out of school for more than one year, test scores are not required unless specifically requested by Undergraduate Admissions. Ohio University requires that scores be sent directly from the testing agency. Ohio University s ACT code is 3314, and our SAT code is ESSAY Applicants to the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism are encouraged, though not required, to submit an essay detailing how you want to help shape the future of journalism, advertising or public relations. If you have been out of high school for more than one year, you must submit an essay detailing your activities since graduation. Applicants to the Honors Tutorial College must answer three essay questions on the supplemental HTC application. For all other applicants, the essay is optional. If you would like to submit an optional essay, the kinds of topics that you may wish to address could include describing any academic challenges you have faced, your academic and career objectives, or your involvement in community affairs. Recommended length is words. OTHER OPTIONAL APPLICATION MATERIALS You may choose to submit additional application materials with your application. Optional application materials could include teacher or counselor recommendations; lists of extra-curricular activities or employment; and/or descriptions of honors, awards, and achievements. Your full name should be clearly displayed on any supplemental documentation you provide. SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID Financial Aid for U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents Ohio University participates in all federal and state financial aid programs, which require U. S. citizenship or permanent residency status for consideration. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is required for need-based financial aid and needbased scholarship consideration. Ohio University s school code for the FAFSA is Visit or call for more information. Freshman Scholarship Information To be considered for scholarships at Ohio University, you must apply for admission and be admitted by February 1, Scholarship decisions will be based on academic record (class rank, g.p.a., ACT/SAT) results on file as of March 1, No new academic information can be used for consideration after this date. For students who have submitted multiple test scores, the highest score on file as of March 1, 2012, will be used to determine eligibility. For ACT scores, the composite will be used. For SAT scores, the highest combined math and critical reading scores will be used. Writing test scores will not be factored into consideration for scholarship awarding. No separate form is required to be considered for University merit-based academic scholarships; however, some scholarships have a need-based component. Ohio University must receive your FAFSA results by March 15, 2012, to be considered for these awards. You will be notified by the Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships if you are eligible to receive an academic scholarship.

3 SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID (continued) Transfer Scholarship Information A limited number of competitive transfer scholarships are available for students entering in fall semester only. To be eligible for consideration, you must apply and be admitted by May 15, You must also have completed at least 45 quarter hours or 30 semester hours of college-level coursework by May 15. INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS Please use the International Application for Admission and Scholarships, available online at or by contacting Undergraduate Admissions. TRANSFER APPLICANTS General Transfer Application Priority Dates* Entering Semester Application Due: Transcripts Due: Fall June 15** July 15*** Spring December 1 December 30 Summer April 15 May 1 *Application deadlines and requirements vary for some departments, as outlined below. **Late applications will be considered on a space-available basis. ***If your current institution is on a quarter calendar and your transcript will not be available until after the priority date, please have it sent as soon as possible. Transcripts from any institutions you previously attended should be sent prior to the priority date. Athletic Training SPECIAL TRANSFER APPLICATION DATES AND PROCEDURES Regular Application Deadlines Phone: Mail: Grover Center E331, 1 Ohio University, Athens OH An additional, separate application, available online on the Athletic Training website must be completed after being accepted for general admission to the University. Applications will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis by the Athletic Training Education program director. E.W. Scripps School of Journalism Deadlines: April 1 for fall semester; November 1 for spring semester Phone: Mail: Scripps Hall 105, 1 Ohio University, Athens OH An additional, separate application including required supplemental materials, must be submitted prior to the deadline. The application and additional information is available at Applicants may apply only once per year. School of Dance Phone: Mail: Putnam Hall 137, 1 Ohio University, Athens OH Applicants to the dance program must audition. For further information, visit School of Media Arts and Studies Phone: Mail: RTVC Building 202D, 1 Ohio University, Athens OH An additional, separate application including required supplemental materials, must be submitted prior to the deadline. Additional information is available online at or by contacting the school directly. School of Music Phone: Mail: Glidden Hall 440, 1 Ohio University, Athens OH Applicants to all music programs must audition. For further information, visit Honors Tutorial College Phone: Mail: 35 Park Place, 1 Ohio University, Athens OH A limited number of transfer places may be available. Information about transferring into the Honors Tutorial College can be found online at School of Art Phone: Mail: Seigfred Hall 528, 1 Ohio University, Athens OH Transfer students enter the School of Art as B.A. students and may apply to a B.F.A. major in Studio Art or Interior Architecture upon completion of required coursework. Portfolios are not required for entrance to the school; however, submission of a portfolio may be required to evaluate your studio transfer credits. A minimum g.p.a. of 2.75 is required for admission. For further information, visit School of Visual Communication Phone: or alost@ohio.edu Mail: Seigfred Hall 301E, 1 Ohio University, Athens OH Applicants must submit additional materials that will be reviewed by a faculty committee before an admission decision will be made. Information about deadlines and the additional materials is available online at or by contacting the school directly. TRANSCRIPTS Have official transcripts sent directly from each college or university you have attended. Transcripts issued to students are not accepted. All applicants to programs in the College of Arts and Sciences also must submit an official high school transcript for foreign language assessment. If you have completed less than 30 quarter or 20 semester hours of college work, have your high school forward an official high school transcript and request that your ACT and/or SAT test scores be sent from the testing agency. Ohio University is an affirmative action institution Ohio University. All rights reserved. UCM#0830H 3

4 ESTIMATED FEES AND EXPENSES FOR * Ohio Residents Tuition and Fees $ 9,870 Room (standard double) 5,457 Meal Plan (Flex 14) 5,247 TOTAL $ 20,574 * Estimated expenses only. Subject to change by action of the Board of Trustees. ** International Students: please refer to the International Application for Admission and Scholarships for information on fees and expenses. Honors Tutorial College Non-Ohio Residents Tuition and Fees $ 18,834 Room (standard double) 5,457 Meal Plan (Flex 14) 5,247 TOTAL $ 29,538** The Honors Tutorial College offers a nationally distinctive undergraduate education based on the British tutorial model developed at Oxford and Cambridge universities. Tutorials consist of courses taught either one-on-one with a student and a professor or a very small seminar consisting of several Honors Tutorial College students and a professor. In general, Honors Tutorial College students take one tutorial per academic semester along with a mix of traditional courses. An education grounded in this approach provides for exceptional faculty contact, substantial mentoring, and heightened intellectual development. Success in tutorial education also requires a high degree of maturity, selfmotivation, curiosity, and mental energy. In judging whether a tutorial education is the right path for you, please take a moment to read through the document titled Something Completely Different: An Honors Tutorial College Undergraduate Education available online at on the About HTC tab. The College is highly selective, typically enrolling only 60 students each year across all of its programs of study. Honors Tutorial College Application Process The application deadline for the Honors Tutorial College is December 1, Honors Tutorial College applicants should complete both the standard Ohio University application form on pages 5-9, and the Honors Tutorial College application supplement on page 10. On the standard Ohio University application form, be sure to check the box indicating that you are applying to the Honors Tutorial College and use the program of study codes on page 13 specifically designated for Honors Tutorial College degree programs. Mail both sections of the form, along with two letters of recommendation and any required additional material (see below for programs of study requiring additional application materials) directly to HTC, 35 Park Place, 1 Ohio University, Athens OH Programs of Study Requiring Additional Admission Material: Please do not send original artwork or other one-of-a-kind materials. Due to the number of applications received, it will not be possible to return your materials. Biological Sciences: Applicants should submit two letters of recommendation, at least one from a math or science teacher. Business: Applicants should submit one writing sample, preferably a research paper. Communication Studies: Applicants should submit one writing sample. The writing sample may be any paper from high school. Dance: Submit a written essay on the significance of dance to your career objectives, along with two letters of recommendation, one from a dance instructor and one from an academic teacher or counselor. In addition, submit a writing sample from one of your academic courses of study (e.g., history, English, literature, science). English: Applicants should submit a copy of the best paper you have written for an English class. Film: Submit a portfolio of recent creative work and a recent substantive writing sample (creative writing projects fall into this category). Journalism: Submit a writing portfolio including any samples of published work. Students who intend to study broadcast journalism are also encouraged to submit short video or audio clips in addition to the writing portfolio. Media Arts and Studies: Applicants to the audio, video, and digital media sequences must submit a portfolio of creative work and a recent substantive writing sample. Applicants to the media studies and management sequence need not submit a portfolio. 4 Spanish: Applicants should submit two letters of recommendation that speak to your knowledge and use of the language and culture. In addition, submit samples of graded papers in Spanish with at least two pages of writing with teacher comments. Studio Art: Submit an electronic portfolio consisting of 20+ digital images of your original art work, including 5 drawings done from life, 5-10 objects or images of the objects that display your ability to think and work conceptually and technically, and 5 images of your choice. This should be a CD OR a memory stick onto which you have copied a Power Point, PDF OR jpegs. You may submit multiple views, but must include pieces of original work that best demonstrate your creativity. Every applicant is required to submit two letters of recommendation with their application. Please clip application materials together and submit in an envelope, rather than a folder or binder. All materials should be mailed directly to the Honors Tutorial College and must be received on or before December 1, Ohio University Honors Tutorial College 35 Park Place 1 Ohio University Athens OH Complete applications received by December 1 will be reviewed by HTC to determine whether the application will be forwarded to the Director(s) of Studies (faculty members responsible for administering each program of study) for further review. After December 1, 2011, Directors of Studies will select candidates for required on-campus interviews. Interview invitations will be mailed in late December. Applicants who do not receive an invitation to interview for an HTC program automatically will be reviewed for admission to the appropriate college. Because of the nature of a tutorial-education, an on-campus interview with Director(s) of Studies and faculty tutors is required. There will be two interview days in January 2012: January 7 and January 14. Applicants will be assigned an interview date. Applicants interviewing in music or performance theater will audition on Interview Day. After interviews are completed, offers of admission will be sent to selected applicants during the first week of February. Interviewees who are not offered admission to an HTC program will automatically be reviewed for admission to the appropriate college.

5 Academic Year Undergraduate Admissions, Chubb Hall 120, 1 Ohio University, Athens OH , U.S.A. admissions@ohio.edu Telephone: Fax: Failure to complete all sections of this form may significantly delay the processing time of your application. Remember to sign your application and include the $45 nonrefundable fee. If you are applying to the Honors Tutorial College (deadline: Dec. 1), please refer to page 6 of this application for complete application and mailing requirements. An essay is required if you have been out of school for more than one year. An essay is recommended if you are applying as a freshman to the E. W. Scripps School of Journalism (priority date: Dec. 15). Personal Information Name last first middle suffix Previous Name (other name under which your transcripts might appear) last first middle suffix Gender Male Female Date of Birth / / month day year Social Security Number Please verify the accuracy of your Social Security Number before submitting your application. Entering an inaccurate SSN could cause significant problems with your student record, especially if you intend to apply for need-based financial aid at OHIO. While submission of the SSN is optional on the application for admission and scholarships, please note that students who have not supplied a Social Security Number to Ohio University cannot be considered for need-based financial aid. If you do not wish to provide a SSN at this time but would like to be considered for financial aid at OHIO, you will need to supply official documentation of your SSN to Undergraduate Admissions in advance of your FAFSA results being sent to Ohio University. Have you ever been convicted of a felony? At all times, as an applicant or student, you are required to notify Ohio University s Office of Legal Affairs of any felony conviction. Are you currently charged or under indictment for a felony? Freshman Applicant Entry Term: Fall (September) Transfer Applicant College: Arts and Sciences Business Communication Education and Human Services Engineering and Technology Fine Arts Health Sciences and Professions Spring (January) * Honors Tutorial College University College *Honors Tutorial College applicants refer to page 6 of this application for complete application and mailing requirements. Summer I (May) Summer II (July) Entry Year Major: If you do not identify a major, you will be processed as an undecided student in University College. Major Code: See major code list on the following pages. For office use only: AD RS Initial: Fee: Y N W 1

6 Residency and Citizenship What is your country of citizenship? If you did not answer United States in the above question, are you a U.S. permanent resident? Are you an international student? If yes, please complete the International Application for Admission and Scholarships. Do not complete this form. Are you an Ohio resident? If yes, since when? If you are an Ohio resident, what is your county of residence? Could someone else claim you on the previous year tax return? Birth Location Location/City State Country If you were not born in the U.S. but are a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident, please submit proof of this status. Contact Information Permanent Home Address street street 2 city state zip/postal code county country (if not U.S.) Valid as of Mailing Address (if different from permanent) street street 2 city state zip/postal code county Telephone and Address country (if not U.S.) Valid as of permanent telephone cell phone address Note: This address will be used for correspondence from Ohio University. Please notify Undergraduate Admissions if this address changes. Ethnic Background [optional] This information is optional and will not be used for discriminatory purposes. Are you Hispanic/Latino? Select one or more of the races from the following: American Indian or Alaska Native Asian Black or African American Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander White 2

7 Military Status Are you currently serving on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces for purposes other than training? For purposes of the following questions, a veteran is defined as an individual who (1) has engaged in active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines or Coast Guard) or is a National Guard or Reserve enlistee who was called to active duty for other than state or training purposes, or was a cadet or midshipman at one of the service academies, and (2) was released under a condition other than dishonorable. Also answer Yes if these conditions do not apply now but will apply by June 30, An individual should answer No if he/she (1) has never engaged in active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces, (2) is currently an ROTC student or cadet or midshipman at a service academy, (3) is a national Guard or Reserve enlistee activated only for state or training purposes, or (4) was engaged in active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces but released under dishonorable conditions. Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces? Is your parent (mother, father, step-mother, step-father) or legal guardian a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces? Is your spouse a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces? Are you currently a member of the National Guard or the Armed Forces reserve? Emergency Contact Information Name last first street street 2 city state zip/postal code county telephone (include area code) country (if not U.S.) Home Work Cell Relationship to applicant: Mother Father Step-Father Step-Mother Legal Guardian Family Information [optional] Will you be the first person in your family to go to college? If your parents are divorced or separated, please respond to these questions about the parent(s) you lived with more during the past twelve months, even if one is a step-parent. Parent/Guardian 1 Highest school this parent/guardian completed: Less Than HS Graduate Did this parent graduate from Ohio University? Is this parent an employee of Ohio University? Parent/Guardian 1 Name: HS Graduate or Equivalent Some College Technical School 2-Year College Degree Bachelor s Level Degree Some Graduate School Master s Level Degree Doctorate (Academic) Doctorate (Professional) Post-Doctorate If yes, year of graduation ( y y y y ) last first address Relationship to applicant: Mother Father Step-Father Step-Mother Legal Guardian [Family Information continued on next page.] 3

8 Family Information [continued] Parent/Guardian 2 Highest school this parent/guardian completed: Less Than HS Graduate Did this parent graduate from Ohio University? Is this parent an employee of Ohio University? Parent/Guardian 2 Name: HS Graduate or Equivalent Some College Technical School 2-Year College Degree Bachelor s Level Degree Some Graduate School Master s Level Degree Doctorate (Academic) Doctorate (Professional) Post-Doctorate If yes, year of graduation ( y y y y ) last first address Relationship to applicant: Mother Father Step-Father Step-Mother Legal Guardian Did any other family member graduate from Ohio University? If yes, graduate s name Year of graduation If yes, graduate s name Year of graduation ( y y y y ) ( y y y y ) Relationship to applicant Relationship to applicant High School Information High school type? Public Private Home school Name of High School Date of Graduation / month year High School CEEB code Location city If you earned a GED, please indicate where and date received: state / month year state Freshman: List your senior year schedule below: You must submit ACT (writing portion for one administration is strongly recommended) or SAT test results unless you have been out of high school for more than one year. Scores must be received directly from the testing agency. I have taken/will take ACT / I have retaken/will retake ACT / month year month year I have taken/will take SAT / I have retaken/will retake SAT / month year month year 4

9 Education History Have you ever taken Ohio University coursework (regardless of location or level)? Have you attended any other colleges or universities? Have you ever been dismissed or suspended from high school or another college/university? If yes, indicate the institution, reason and date. Disciplinary Academic Date Have you ever been found responsible for a disciplinary violation at any school you have previously attended? You should answer yes to the above question if, at any time, you have been found responsible for any disciplinary violation at your school, whether related to academic misconduct or behavioral misconduct, that resulted in your probation, suspension, removal, dismissal, or expulsion from your institution. If yes, please attach an explanation. Are there any unresolved judicial charges still pending at any of your previous institutions? If yes, please attach an explanation. Are you eligible to return to every institution you have previously attended? If no, please attach an explanation. List all other institutions attended prior to enrolling at Ohio University. If you enroll at another institution after submitting this application you must notify Undergraduate Admissions of that institution. Indicate dates of attendance and degrees earned, if applicable. Full Name of Institution City and State (only) Dates of Attendance Degree(s) Earned mo./ yr. to mo./ yr. year mo./ yr. to mo./ yr. year mo./ yr. to mo./ yr. year mo./ yr. to mo./ yr. year mo./ yr. to mo./ yr. year Statement of Integrity: I understand that I am responsible for submitting complete and accurate information on my application form and in all related application materials. I certify that the information contained in this application form and in all application materials is complete and accurate, and I understand that submission of inaccurate information by me or at my direction may be sufficient cause for terminating my enrollment. Signature Date Please return this application with the $45 nonrefundable application fee to: Undergraduate Admissions, Chubb Hall 120, 1 Ohio University, Athens OH , U.S.A. It is the policy of Ohio University that there shall be no discrimination against any individual in educational or employment opportunities because of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, or veteran status. Ohio University is an affirmative action institution. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Executive Director Laura L. Myers, J.D., M.A., C.A.A.P., Office for Institutional Equity, 1 Ohio University, Athens, Ohio 45701, Telephone: [HTC Application Supplement on following page] 5

10 Honors Tutorial College Application Supplement APPLICATION DEADLINE: DEC. 1, 2011 Complete this section only if you are applying to the Honors Tutorial College. Mail all application materials, including this form, directly to: Ohio University Honors Tutorial College 35 Park Place 1 Ohio University Athens OH NAME last/surname first/given middle Social Security Number Although the standard Ohio University application only allows application to one program, Honors Tutorial College applicants may apply for up to three programs of study. Note: Only apply for a program if you are seriously interested in pursuing that field of study. Applying for more than one program does not increase your chances of being accepted into the Honors Tutorial College. Honors Tutorial College does not offer an undecided option. All applicants must apply and be admitted to a specific program of study. HONORS TUTORIAL COLLEGE PROGRAM(S) OF STUDY FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING: (Please note: This choice of program must match your choice on page 1. If you are applying to Media Arts and Studies, please indicate which track you wish to pursue. Applications to the Honors Tutorial College program in Communication Sciences and Disorders are not accepted until the junior year.) Essay Questions Please respond to each of the questions below on a separate piece of paper. Be sure to include your full name and social security number on each page. Your responses to these questions will be considered by all individuals involved in the Honors Tutorial College admission process. What and how you communicate are important in helping us determine if a tutorial education is the best fit for you. While it is acceptable to ask someone to review your answers for feedback, the writing and ideas should be your own. 1. Please explain fully why you have chosen your particular program(s) of study. 2. We expect that one of the reasons you may seek a tutorial education is for the one-on-one interaction with faculty, but other than that, what interests you about pursuing a tutorial-based undergraduate education? What aspects of your education and life experience have prepared you for a tutorial education? 3. What else would you like us to know about you that may not be reflected in the admission materials that you have submitted? Statement of Integrity: I understand that I am responsible for submitting complete and accurate information on my application form and in all related application materials. I certify that the information contained in this application form and in all application materials is complete and accurate, and I understand that submission of inaccurate information by me or at my direction may be sufficient cause for terminating my enrollment. Signature Date Ohio University Notice of Non-Discrimination: Ohio University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or military veteran status in its employment practices or in the provision of educational programs and services. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the University s non-discrimination policies, to receive discrimination/harassment complaints from members of the university community, and to monitor the institution s compliance with state and federal non-discrimination laws and regulations: Laura L. Myers, J.D., M.A., C.A.A.P. Executive Director Office for Institutional Equity Title IX Coordinator, ADA/504 Coordinator 101 Crewson House Athens, Ohio equity@ohio.edu For more information about Ohio University s policies prohibiting discrimination and harassment, and for a description of Ohio University s grievance procedures, please visit the webpage for the Office for Institutional Equity at Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity affirmative action university. 6

11 RESIDENCY Applicants must indicate the proper state of residence at the time of application. For information about residency status for tuition purposes at Ohio University, visit INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES Services are available for students with diagnosed documented disabilities. Students are encouraged to contact Disability Services/Office for Institutional Equity at least five months prior to beginning classes to ensure specific accommodations are met. For more information, please visit the Disability Services Website at or call (V) or (TTY). MAJOR CODE LIST MAJOR CODE PREFIXES The two-letter prefix of each major code indicates the type of degree awarded in that major. In some cases, it indicates that an additional application process is required for admission to the major. AA Associate in Arts BC Bachelor of Science in ND Nondegree or undecided program AAS Associate in Applied Science Communication (sometimes used to indicate that AS Associate in Science BF Bachelor of Fine Arts a pre-major program is required BA Bachelor of Arts BJ Bachelor of Science in Journalism prior to direct admission to the major) BB Bachelor of Business BM Bachelor of Music SA Additional action required Administration BS Bachelor of Science COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Some of the majors in this college have two major codes. In general, with these majors you have the option of choosing a degree program that is oriented either more toward the sciences (BS) or toward the liberal arts (BA). Details on the differences can be found in the College of Arts and Sciences section of the Undergraduate Catalog. You may want to consult with an admissions advisor or a college representative about which option is more suitable for you. African American Studies BA4903 African American Studies Anthropology BA4252 Anthropology Biological Sciences BS2121 Biological Sciences BS2520 Cellular and Molecular Biology BA2129 Environmental Biology BA2128 Human Biology BS2126 Marine, Freshwater, and Environmental Biology BS0411 Microbiology BS2127 Pre-Dentistry BS2127 Pre-Medicine BS2127 Pre-Optometry BS2507 Pre-Physical Therapy BS2127 Pre-Veterinary Medicine BS2515 Wildlife and Conservation Biology Chemistry and Biochemistry BS3311, BA3311 Chemistry BS3316 Biochemistry BS3315, BA3315 Environmental Chemistry BS3310 Forensic Chemistry BS3312, BA3312 Pre-Dentistry BS3314, BA3314 Pre-Medicine BS3313 Pre-Pharmacy Classics and World Religions BA5214 Classical Civilization BA5215 World Religions BA5217 Classical Languages Economics BA4221, BS4225 BA4223 BA4222 English BA5231 BA5232 BA5234 BA5233 Economics Pre-Foreign Service Pre-Law English Creative Writing Pre-Law Pre-Theology Environmental and Plant Biology BS2111, Plant Biology BA2111 BS2118 Cell Biology and Biotechnology BS2113 Environmental Biology BS2115 Applied Ecology Geography BS4231, BA4231 BS4232 BS4237 BS4235 BS4238 BS4234 Geography Environmental Geography Environmental Pre-Law Geographic Information Science Meteorology Urban Planning Geological Sciences BS3321, BA3321 Geological Sciences BS3323 Environmental Geology History BA4211 BA4212 BA4214 BA4213 History Pre-Foreign Service Pre-Law Pre-Theology International Studies BA4405 Global Studies Africa BA4406 Global Studies Asia BA4407 Global Studies Europe BA4408 Global Studies Latin America BA4409 Global Studies War and Peace Linguistics BA5290 Mathematics BS3101, BA3101 BS3105, BA3105 BS3103 BS3110, BA3110 BS3106 Linguistics Mathematics Actuarial Sciences Applied Mathematics Meteorology Statistics Modern Languages BA5221 French BA5222 German BA5224 Russian BA5225 Spanish Philosophy BA5241 BA5244 BA5242 Physics BS3331, BA3331 BS3332 BS3335 BS3338 Philosophy Pre-Law Pre-Theology Physics Applied Physics Astrophysics Meteorology Political Science BA4201 Political Science BA4203 Pre-Law Psychology BA4101 BA4105 Sociology BA4251 BA4253 BA4254 Psychology Pre-Physical Therapy Sociology Criminology Pre-Law 11

12 Major Codes List continued ND ND0406 -Humanities Preference 1 ND0408 -Social Sciences Preference 1 ND0407 -Natural Sciences Preference 1 Women s and Gender Studies BA4402 Women s and Gender Studies COLLEGE OF BUSINESS The Sport Management Major leads to the Bachelor of Sport Science. All other majors within the College of Business lead to the Bachelor of Business Administration. BB6121 BB6124 BB6120 BB6125 BB6122 BB6132 BB6126 BB6137 BB6127 ND8840 ND0610 Accounting Business Economics Business Pre-Law Finance General Business International Business Management and Strategic Leadership Management Information Systems Marketing Pre-Sport Management 2, 3 SCRIPPS COLLEGE OF COMMUNICATION Communication Studies BC5363 Communication and Public Advocacy BC5363 Organizational Communication BC5363 Health Communication Information and Telecommunication Systems BC5329 Information and Telecommunication Systems Journalism 4 All applicants to the E. W. Scripps School of Journalism apply using the following major code. BJ6908 Journalism Freshman journalism students will select one of the following Bachelor of Journalism programs during the first year of study. Transfer applicants may declare one of these tracks on the required supplemental application. 4 News and Information Strategic Communication Media Arts and Studies Audio Production BC5353 Music Production BC5354 Audio Post Production Media Studies BC5311 Media Studies Digital Media BC5322 Digital Media Special Effects, Games and Animation Management BC5312 Management Video Production BC5313 Video Production Visual Communication 4 BS6924 Informational Graphics/ Publication Design BS6923 Interactive Multimedia BS6922 Photojournalism BS6925 Commercial Photography PATTON COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND HUMAN SERVICES Early Childhood AA1106 Child Development ND8837 Pre-Early Childhood 3 Middle Childhood BS6175 Mathematics and Social Studies BS6176 Science and Social Studies BS6177 Mathematics and Science BS6178 Language Arts and Social Studies BS6179 Language Arts and Science BS6180 Language Arts and Mathematics Adolescent to Young Adult (Secondary) BS6314 Life Science BS6315 Earth Science BS6306 Integrated Language Arts BS6307 Integrated Mathematics BS6309 Integrated Science BS6308 Integrated Social Studies BS6310 Physical Science Multi-Age Programs BS6232 French BS6233 German BS6235 Spanish BS6312 Physical Education Special Education BS6316 Special Education- Intervention Specialist Mild-Moderate Educational Needs 5 BS6317 Special Education- Intervention Specialist Moderate-Intensive Educational Needs 5 Recreation and Sport Pedagogy ND8838 Pre-Physical Educational 5 BS8156 Outdoor Recreation and Education BS8109 Recreation Management Human and Consumer Sciences Education ND8835 Pre-Retail Merchandising and Fashion Product Development 3 BS6370 Family and Consumer Sciences Education BS6361 Restaurant, Hotel and Tourism ND0810 RUSS COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY Aviation AA7250 BS7261 BS7258 Aviation Technology Aviation Management Flight Option Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering BS7251 Chemical Engineering BS7262 Chemical Engineering/ Materials track BS7263 Chemical Engineering/ Biological track BS7264 Chemical Engineering/ Energy and the Environment track Civil Engineering BS7252 Civil Engineering Computer Science BS7260 Computer Science Electrical Engineering BS7253 Electrical Engineering track BS7254 Electrical Engineering/ Computer Engineering track Industrial Systems Engineering BS7255 Industrial and Systems Engineering Engineering Technology and Management BS7256 Engineering Technology and Management includes minor in business Mechanical Engineering BS7257 Mechanical Engineering ND0910 COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS Art Freshmen are admitted to one of the following Bachelor of Arts programs. These are direct entry programs that do not require a portfolio review. BA5193 Art 6 BA5149 Art History 6 Admission to any specific art major leading to a Bachelor of Fine Arts is contingent upon a successful portfolio review at the end of the sophomore year. The following BFA programs are offered: Ceramics Graphic Design Interior Architecture 7 Painting Photography Printmaking Sculpture Dance A successful audition is required for all new freshmen and transfer students for admission to any major in dance. BA5150 Dance 8 BF5151 Dance 6 12

13 Major Codes List continued Music Auditions are required for all new freshmen and transfer students for admission into any major in music. The following code leads to a Bachelor of Arts in music and requires a successful entry-level audition: BA5195 Music 8 The following codes lead to a Bachelor of Music degree and require a successful entry-level audition: BM5105 Music Composition 9 BM5106 Music Education BM5107 Footnotes Choral Emphasis 9 Music Education Instrumental Emphasis 9 BM5115 Music Therapy 9 BM5104 Piano Pedagogy 9 BM5100 Piano Performance 9 BM5103 Orchestral Instruments 9 BM5102 Organ Performance 9 BM5101 Voice Performance 9 Theater First year students are admitted to one of the following programs. These are direct entry programs that do not require an audition, interview or portfolio review: BA5194 Theater 8 BF5137 General Theater The BF5137 code leads to the following BFA majors, pending an application and a successful audition, interview, and/or portfolio review at the end of the freshman year: Management 6 Performance (Acting) 6 Playwriting 6 Production Design and Technology 6 COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES AND PROFESSIONS Applied Health Sciences and Wellness ND8142 Pre-Athletic Training 10 ND8839 Pre-Exercise Physiology 3 BS6472 BS6470 Nutrition Applied Nutrition Social and Public Health BS6468 Child and Family Studies BS8105 Community Health BS6260 Environmental Health Science BS8119 Health Services Administration BS3309 Industrial Hygiene BS6836 Long-Term Health Care Administration ND6603 Pre-Social Work11, 12 Rehabilitation and Communication Sciences BS5305 Communication Sciences and Disorders (formerly Hearing, Speech, and Language Sciences) Physical Therapy 13 Nursing This four-year program leads to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree (BSN) for students seeking initial licensure as a registered nurse (RN). ND1220 Pre-Nursing 3 ND0210 HONORS TUTORIAL COLLEGE The Honors Tutorial College offers a nationally distinctive undergraduate education based on the British tutorial model developed at Oxford and Cambridge universities. Applicants must complete the HTC application supplement. BA1934 BA1935 BS1931 BS1902 BB1926 BS1904 BA1932 BC1918 Anthropology Art History Astrophysics Biological Sciences Business Chemistry Classics Communication Studies BS1929 Computer Science BF1906 Dance BS1910 Economics BS1925 Engineering Physics 14 BA1916 English BS1901 Environmental and Plant Biology BF1924 Film 14 BA1914 French BA1909 History BJ1923 Journalism BS1903 Mathematics BC1920 Media Arts and Studies BA 1938 Music 8 BS1937 Neuroscience 14 BA1917 Philosophy BS1905 Physics BA1908 Political Science BA1930 Social Work BA1912 Sociology/Sociology Criminology BA1915 Spanish BF1940 Studio Art 6 BA1939 Studio Art 8 BF1913, BA1913 Theater 15 UNIVERSITY COLLEGE Associate in Arts AA1101 Arts and Humanities Emphasis AA1110 Social Sciences Emphasis Associate in Individualized Studies AI5508 Associate in Individualized Studies 16 Associate in Science AS1104 Associate in Science Baccalaureate Degrees BC2209 Bachelor of Criminal Justice 17 BS1112 Bachelor of Specialized Studies16, 18 ND Not open to transfer students. 2. This program leads to a Bachelor of Sport Science degree. 3. Selective admission program. Upon successful completion of the preparatory program requirements, you must complete a separate application for the major program and admission is not guaranteed. 4. Transfer applicants must follow the additional application process outlined on this school or department's website. 5. Students admitted to this program must complete a separate application process during your first year of study before you will be eligible to register for any major-specific courses. 6. Selective admission program. This program leads to a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. 7. Selective admission program. Upon successful completion of the preparatory program requirements, you must pass the portfolio review at the end of the freshman year to continue as an Interior Architecture major. 8. This program leads to a Bachelor of Arts degree. 9. Selective admission program. This program leads to a Bachelor of Music degree. 10. Selective program. Freshmen apply for full admission at the end of their first year. Transfers refer to instructions. 11. This pre-professional program does not fulfill any degree but is intended as preparation for admission into a professional school or program. 12. You must complete the Pre-Social Work Program and submit a separate application before you can become a social work major. 13. Not open to first-year students. Selective admission doctoral program. Major in a preparatory program such as Biological Sciences/Pre-Physical Therapy or Psychology/ Pre-Physical Therapy in the College of Arts and Sciences, or Exercise Physiology in the College of Health Sciences and Professions. You must apply for the doctoral program through the School of Physical Therapy. 14. Undergraduate program in this area available only through HTC. 15. In general, the B.A. option provides a curriculum that is more liberal arts-oriented. You may want to consult an admissions advisor or a college representative regarding which option is more suitable for you. 16. Separate application required. Applicants must consult with a University College advisor or regional campus Student Services staff. 17. Requires an associate s degree in an area related to criminal justice for admission. Not open to first-year students. 18. Not open to first-year students. 19. Students may remain undecided until they have earned 45 semester hours of credit. Transfer applicants are strongly encouraged to select a major program of study. 13

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