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Contents
Welcome
General Education Program Requirements
Majors, Minors, Certificates, and Pre-Professional Studies
Degrees
Admission
Graduation Requirements
Courses
Colleges and Departments
Student Support Services and Resources
Innovation and Online
Policies and General Information
Updates and Corrections to the 23-24 Undergraduate Bulletin
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Welcome
General Education Program Requirements
I. Introduction
II. The Competencies
Writing Competency
Mathematics and Quantitative Reasoning Competency
Oral English Competency
Additional Guidelines for the Competencies
III. The University Program (27 hours)
Group I - Humanities
Group II - Natural Sciences
Group III - Social Sciences
Group IV - Studies in Discrimination, Culture and Diversity
Additional Guidelines for the University Program
IV. General Education Program Requirements for Students with Transfer Credit
Majors, Minors, Certificates, and Pre-Professional Studies
Majors, Minors and Certificates list
All Majors
All Minors
Majors and Minors Overview
Pre-Professional Studies
Undergraduate Certificates
Degrees
Your Degree Plan
Listing of all degrees
Bachelor of Applied Arts (B.A.A.)
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.)
Bachelor of Individualized Studies (B.I.S.)
Bachelor of Music (B.Mus.)
Bachelor of Music Education (B.Mus.Ed.)
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training (B.S.A.T.)
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.)
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) with an Option in Community Development
Bachelor of Science in Education (B.S. Ed.), Standard Certificate (Early Childhood and Elementary Education)
Bachelor of Science in Education (B.S. in Ed.) Secondary Standard Certificate
Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering (B.S.Cmp.E.)
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (B.S.E.E.)
Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology (B.S.E.T.)
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering (B.S.Env.E.)
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (B.S.M.E.)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.)
Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.)
Admission
Academic Background
Freshman Admission
Transfer Admission
College Transfer Agreements
Returning Undergraduate Students
Non-Degree Guest Admission
Non-Degree Special Admission
Dual High School Enrollment
Senior Citizen Program
Undergraduate Certificates
International Student Admission
Graduate Admission
Graduation Requirements
Undergraduate Application for Graduation
Summary of Graduation Requirements
Commencement Ceremonies
Two Degrees
Degree Program for Pre-professional Students
Outstanding Scholarship Recognition
Undergraduate Certificates
Colleges and Departments
Interdisciplinary Studies
Interdepartmental Programs
Teaching Grades PK-3 Major, B.S.Ed. (Standard Certificate, ECE)
Teaching Grades PK-3 with Special Education Major, B.S.Ed. (Standard Certificate, ECE)
Advertising Minor, B.A.; B.A.A.; B.S.; and B.S. in B.A.
Disability Studies and Community Inclusion Minor, B.A., B.A.A., B.S.
Applied Forensic Studies Undergraduate Certificate
Interdepartmental and Interdisciplinary majors and minors in the College of Business Administration
College of the Arts and Media
Art and Design (ART)
Communication, Journalism, and Media, School of
Music, School of
Theatre and Dance, Department of
College of Business Administration
Interdepartmental and Interdisciplinary Majors and Minors
Business Administration Minor, B.A.; B.A.A.; B.F.A.; B.S.
International Business Major, B.S. in B.A.
Law and Economics Major, B.A., B.S.
Law and Economics Major, B.S. in B.A.
Purchasing and Supply Management Major, B.S. in B.A.
Accounting, School of
Business Information Systems, Department of
Economics, Department of
Entrepreneurship, Department of
Entrepreneurship Major, B.A.A.
Entrepreneurship Minor, B.A., B.A.A., B.F.A., B.S., and B.S. in B.A.
Entrepreneurial Studies, Undergraduate Certificate
Finance and Law, Department of
Management, Department of
Marketing, Hospitality, and Logistics, Department of
College of Education and Human Services
Counseling, Educational Leadership, and Higher Education, Department of
Fashion, Interior Design, and Merchandising, Department of
Human Development and Family Studies, Department of
Recreation, Parks, and Leisure Services Administration, Department of
Teacher and Special Education, Department of
The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow College of Health Professions
Communication Sciences and Disorders, Department of
Health Sciences, School of
Physical Education and Sport, Department of
Physical Therapy, Department of
Rehabilitation and Medical Sciences, School of
College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences
English Language and Literature, Department of
History, World Languages, and Cultures, Department of
Military Science and Leadership, Department of
Military Science Minor, B.A.; B.A.A.; B.S.; B.S. in B.A.
Philosophy, Anthropology and Religion, Department of
Politics, Society, Justice, and Public Service, School of
Psychology, Department of
College of Science and Engineering
Biology, Department of
Chemistry and Biochemistry, Department of
Computer Science, Department of
Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, Department of
Engineering and Technology, School of
Geography and Environmental Studies, Department of
Cartographic Design, Undergraduate Certificate
Environmental Justice, Undergraduate Certificate
Mathematics, Department of
Notes on Double Counting
Physics, Department of
Statistics, Actuarial and Data Sciences, Department of
Notes on Double Counting
Student Support Services and Resources
Academic Services and Resources
Academic Departmental Advising
Academic Planning
Certified Testing Center
First-Year Experience
Office of Global Engagement
The Honors Program
Sarah R. Opperman Leadership Institute
Military and Veterans Services
Student Academic Division Complaint Tracking Procedures
Student Disability Services
Office of Student Success
Academic Advising and Assistance
Academic Support
McNair Scholars Program
MI Gear Up Program
Orientation
Pathways to Academic Student Success
CMU TRIO Detroit
Testing and Diagnostic Services
University Ombuds Office
University Libraries
University Services and Resources
Bovee University Center
Career Development Center
Office of Civil Rights and Institutional Equity
CMU Police
CMU Student Health Services
Counseling Center
Diversity and Inclusion
Information Technology
Living on Campus
Printing Services/Copy Centers
Residence Life Care Advocate Program
Division of Student Affairs
Student Enrichment
University Ombuds Office
University Recreation (URec)
Varsity Athletics
Innovation and Online
Policies and General Information
General Information
Academic Overview
Accreditation, Assessment, and Faculty
Administration
Faculty and Staff
Administrative Staff 2023
Emeriti Faculty and Staff 2023
Faculty 2023
Senior Officers 2023
CMU - A Brief History
CMU Today
Graduate Studies
University Calendar
Outreach
Vision, Mission, Values, and Strategic Plan
Financial Information
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
Military and Veteran Information
Tuition and Fees
Resident Status Policy
Financial Debt and Involuntary Withdrawal
Refunds
Scholarships and Financial Aid
Applying For Financial Aid
Financial Aid Eligibility: General Requirements
Verification
Fraud
Determination of Financial Need
Independent Status
Parental Contribution
Student Contribution
The Student’s Financial Aid Offer
Sources of Aid
Merit Scholarships
Talent Scholarships
External Scholarships
International President's Award
Grants
Employment for Students
Loan Programs
Other Sources of Financial Aid
Satisfactory Academic Progress toward your Degree
Statement of Student Financial Aid
Endowed Scholarships and Awards
Global Campus Annual Awards
Academic Policies and Information
Academic Dishonesty
Policy on Academic Integrity
Accommodation of Religious Obligations
Class Attendance
Classification of Students
CMU Online Courses
Code of Student Rights, Responsibilities and Disciplinary Procedures
1. Preamble
2. Student Rights
3. Responsibilities of Students
4. Official University Sanctions
5. Student Hearing Procedures for Charged Violation of Student Conduct Regulations
Courses of Unspecified Content or Variable Credit
Curriculum and Course Changes
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
Foreign Language Placement/Retroactive Credit
Full-Time Status
CMU Online Information
Grades
Misrepresentation of Affiliation with the University
Missed Class Policy
Non-Degree Courses
Official Transcript Requests
Offset Policy
Opportunities for the Superior Student
Options for Earning Credit
Undergraduate Transfer Credit Policy
Credit by Examination
Prior Learning Assessment Credit
Advanced Standing
Advanced Placement
College-Level Examination Program (CLEP)
International Baccalaureate
The Seal of Biliteracy
Policy Requiring a Signed Major by Completion of 56 Credit Hours - Main Campus
Registration
Requirements for Athletic Participation
Standards Leading to Teacher Certification
Student Bereavement Policy
Student Records
Student Short-Term Military Service Policy
Undergraduate Academic Probation, Suspension, Dismissal, and Reinstatement Policies and Procedures
Undergraduate Credit/No Credit Policy
Undergraduate Repeat Course Policy
Withdrawing from a Class After Drop/Add Period
Withdrawals from all Classes (Complete Semester Withdrawals)
Updates and Corrections to the 23-24 Undergraduate Bulletin