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Degrees Awarded by the University

Degree Requirements:

• Earn at least 122 credit hours
• Achieve a cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.0 or better
• Complete a major
• Complete 53 hours of common studies
• Candidates for the B.A. must demonstrate competency in a language other than English. This competency can be demonstrated by passing two four-credit elementary level language courses (Including American Sign Language) or passing a test such as CLEP with a score indicating equivalent learning.
• Complete a minor (B.A. only)

Degree	Name	Description	Hours
A.A.S.	Associate of Applied Science	The Associate of Applied Science is oriented toward career and professional preparation. The primary purpose of the degree is to prepare students for entry into a particular occupation within a two-year period. Credits required for completion of this degree range from 62-67.	62-67
B.A.	Bachelor of Arts	The Bachelor of Arts degree usually includes a major of 30-42 credits and a minor of 18 credits. Majors associated with the bachelor of arts are most appropriate to students seeking a liberal-learning,pre-professional or graduate school orientation.	30-42
B.F.A.	Bachelor of Fine Arts	The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree includes a major of 60 - 72 credit hours. It does not require a minor.	60-72
B.S.	Bachelor of Science	The Bachelor of Science degree usually includes a major of 42 to 60 credits. This degree does not require a minor. Majors associated with the bachelor of science degree best serve students interested in preparation for more immediate career opportunities and provide more extensive course work with an applied emphasis.	40-60
B.S.W.	Bachelor of Social Work	The Bachelor of Social Work degree includes a major of 48 credit hours. It does not require a minor	48
Certification	Secondary Certification		39

The provisions of this catalog are not to be regarded as a contract between the student and William Woods University. The university reserves the right to change any provisions or requirements when it will serve the University or its students to do so.