College Student Academic Services

Admission Course Requirements: Complete ABSC 100 and ABSC 304.

Admission GPA Minimum: GPA of 2.3 or higher in ABSC 100 and ABSC 304

Application Term: Application to the major should occur in the term in which designated admissions requirements have been initially completed. If a student does not meet established admission GPA criteria or neglects to apply for admission in the term stated above, the student must petition the department for permission for late application. The department, as part of an approved petition, will determine late admissions requirements (including GPA and course requirements) and the final deadline for admission ( pending CAC guidance on the petition process).

Admission GPA Calculation: Grades in ABSC 100 and ABSC 304 will be included in the GPA for admission consideration. University course repeat policy will apply to GPA calculation.

JUSTIFICATION:
Our major requires students to complete two semesters of practicum experience in their area of specialization. The practicum courses typically involve supervised, direct work with children and adults who will be affected by the work of the practicum students. The department feels that successful completion of the admission courses listed above will predict future success in both later courses in ABSC and in the practicum courses.