All programs must follow undergraduate and graduate policies when developing a program. Guidelines and policies can be found in both the undergraduate and graduate catalogs and on the WKU Policies website. Definitions for programs are defined through CPE's New Academic Program Policy (Attachment).
General Rules for Undergraduate Programs
- Half of the coursework in the major or minor must be at the upper-level.
- Students must complete 1/3 of the major or minor hours in residence.
- Certificates may substitute for a minor if the certificate meets the requirements outlined in the undergraduate catalog.
- Majors that are 48 hours or more do not require a second major or minor.
- Majors less than 48 hours require a second major or minor.
- All programs require a 2.0 GPA in all coursework and in all coursework earned at WKU to graduate. No exceptions are allowed.
- The major may include concentrations. If concentrations are offered, each concentration must consist of more than one course.
- All elective courses must be defined and explicitly listed within the program requirements. Electives may not be added or removed without a curricular revision.
General Rules for Graduate Programs
- A master’s degree requires a minimum of 30 hours while specialist degrees require 60 hours of graduate coursework beyond the baccalaureate degree.
- All elective courses must be identified. Electives may not be added or removed without a curricular revision.
- The major may have concentrations. If concentrations are offered, each concentration must consist of more than one course.
- Refer to additional graduate requirements by visiting:
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