Bachelor of Applied Science Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Fine Arts Bachelor of Music Bachelor of Professional Studies Bachelor of Science Bachelor of University Studies Associate of Nursing Bachelor of Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Bachelor of Applied Science Requirements

The Bachelor of Applied Science degree is a four year degree offered in Business Administration and Public Health. The Business Administration major has concentrations in Culinary Management, General Business, Health Care Management, Human Resource Management, Legal Administration, Management, and Management Information Systems. Specific program requirements can be found in the Bachelor of Applied Science major descriptions for each major and concentration. A student who holds a completed A.A.S. or other approved technical Associate’s degree may transfer up to 40 semester hours of approved career and technical credit, which can only be applied towards a Bachelor of Applied Science degree.

Bachelor of Arts Requirements

Students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree must include the following courses (or demonstrate equivalent competency) in their academic program:

• Foreign Language 101-102 8 semester hours
• Foreign Language 201-202 6 semester hours  

To fulfill the language requirement for the B.A., students must complete the 202 level or above in a foreign language. For information on foreign language placement, see the Department of Languages, Literature, and Philosophy section in the Undergraduate Bulletin. If, upon entering the University, a student already has sufficient background to be successful in 201-202, he/she does not need to enroll in 101-102. The requirement is in essence six hours credit at the 200-level or above.

While a minimum of 120 hours is required for graduation under this curriculum, some programs may stipulate additional credit hours beyond the minimum.

Bachelor of Business Administration Requirements

The Bachelor of Business Administration degree is a four year degree offered through the Department of Business with a major in Business Administration and concentrations in Accounting, General Business, Health Care Management, Human Resource Management, Management, Management Information Systems, and Marketing.  Specific program requirements can be found in the Business Administration major descriptions for each concentration.  A minimum of 120 hours is required for graduation under this curriculum. 

Bachelor of Fine Arts Requirements

The prescribed course of study for those pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree can be found in the Department of Art and Design section of this Bulletin. A minimum of 120 hours is required for graduation under this curriculum; however, the stipulated credit hours of some areas of emphasis may exceed 120 hours.

The Department of Art and Design offers the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fine Art (BFA) degree, an intensive and professional program of study. Students complete course requirements in one of the following studio art emphases: Drawing and Painting; Graphic Design; Printmaking; Ceramics; or Photography. The BFA degree is a more intensive degree in art and design and is intended for professional practice. 

The Department of Art and Design also offers minors in Art History, Graphic Design, and Studio Art.

Exhibition Requirements:

All freshman, sophomore, and junior art students in any art major are required to enter artwork in the Annual MUW Juried Student Exhibition. In their senior year, all art majors must participate in a final Senior Exhibition. 

Art Core Requirements:

All art students must complete the Art Core . Note: Some courses taken for the major may also fulfill requirements for the University core curriculum.

Bachelor of Music Requirements

In addition to the general core requirements, the student must complete the prescribed course of study in Music Education or Music Therapy. The specific curriculum stipulated for those pursuing a Bachelor of Music degree can be found in the Music Education Major or Music Major, Music Therapy Concentration program descriptions of the Undergraduate Bulletin.

Bachelor of Professional Studies Requirements

The Bachelor of Professional Studies degree is a four year degree offered through the Department of Business with a major in Professional Studies.  The Bachelor of Professional Studies program is a 42-hour individualized program designed to provide broader freedom of course choices than is available in traditional majors.  In addition to the 12 hour Professional Studies Core, students are required to complete 30 hours of coursework in two focus areas.  Students must complete 15 hours for each focus area, with at least 9 hours from each focus area completed at the 300 or 400 level and at least 9 hours from each focus area completed at MUW.   Specific program requirements and focus area information can be found in the Professional Studies description.  A minimum of 120 hours is required for graduation under this curriculum.

Bachelor of Science Requirements

Students pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree must complete the following courses in their academic program:

• 8 semester hours of Laboratory Science
• 3 semester hours of Mathematics MA 113 or higher
• 6 semester hours of Science and/or Mathematics
• 3 semester hours of additional mathematics above MA 113 or computer applications/programming course

A total of 20 hours is required, and students may not double count credit hours in the above categories.

A minimum of 120 semester hours is necessary for graduation under this curriculum; however, some programs may require additional hours beyond the minimum.

Bachelor of University Studies Requirements

The Bachelor of University Studies degree is a four year degree offered through the Department of Business with a major in University Studies.  In addition to the 15 hour University Studies Core, students are required to complete 30 hours of coursework in up to 3 focus areas.  Students choosing the single focus area option must complete a minimum of 30 hours with at least 18 hours from the focus area completed at the 300 or 400 level.  Students choosing the two focus area option must complete 15 hours for each focus area with at least 9 hours from each focus area completed at the 300 or 400 level. Students choosing the 3 focus area option must complete at least 10 hours from each focus area with at least 6 hours from each focus area completed at the 300 or 400 level.  A minimum of 120 hours is required for graduation under this curriculum. Specific program requirements and focus area information can be found in the University Studies description. 

Only students who are eligible under the Adult Degree Completion Program Policy # 521 of the Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning are eligible to graduate under this curriculum. 

Associate of Science in Nursing Requirements

The Associate of Science in Nursing Program is two years in length and is designed to provide students, as well as those who already have a practical nursing license, with the opportunity to obtain an Associate of Science in Nursing degree. The two-year curriculum consists of 71 semester hours, approximately 42% in general education and 58% in nursing. Upon receiving an Associate of Science in Nursing degree, the student is recommended for the State Board of Nursing Licensure Examination, the successful completion of which entitles the nurse to be called an RN (Registered Nurse). Please see the material entitled Undergraduate Admissions: Admission Plans-Nursing in this Bulletin for additional information regarding the Board of Nursing’s licensure protocol. For curriculum information, see the section on the College of Nursing and Health Sciences in the Undergraduate Bulletin.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Requirements

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing is a four-year program (128 semester hours) combining general education and nursing education courses. The program provides qualified students with an opportunity to earn a baccalaureate degree in nursing. Upon successful completion of the program, the student is recommended for the State Board of Nursing Licensure Exam, the successful completion of which entitles the nurse to the designation RN (Registered Nurse). Please see the material entitled Undergraduate Admissions: Admission Plans-Nursing in this Bulletin for additional information regarding the Board of Nursing’s licensure protocol. Graduates of this program are prepared to accept professional nursing positions, to function in a variety of settings, and/or to continue their formal training in a graduate nursing program. For curriculum information, see the section on the College of Nursing and Health Sciences in the Undergraduate Bulletin.

Special Requirements of the College of Nursing and Speech Language Pathology

The College of Nursing and Speech Language Pathology has special standards relating to grades and transfer credit. Please see the appropriate sections in the Undergraduate Bulletin for these requirements.