Special Requirements For Admission to the Major
Students must have an overall GPA of 2.00 and have satisfied any specific requirements as indicated by the major department in the Undergraduate Bulletin. Listed below are the specific requirements: B.A.: Major in American Studies: Successful completion of AMS 307. B.A.: Major in Anthropology: Successful completion of ANT 111 with a grade of “C” or better and 3 credits in Sociology or Anthropology course with a grade of “C” or better. B.S.: Major in Atmospheric Sciences: Successful completion of ATS 113, ATS 114, and MTH 245. B.S. Ats., Major in Atmospheric Sciences: Successful completion of ATS 113, ATS 114, and MTH 245. B.S.: Major in Biology: Successful completion of a BIO course with a grade of “C” or higher. B.S.: Major in Chemistry: Satisfactory completion of CHM 203/204, and either CHM 205/206 or CHM 285/286. Computer literacy is expected of students majoring in Chemistry. MTH 245 and MTH 246 and PHY 211 and PHY 212 are prerequisites for all courses beyond organic chemistry. B.S.: Chm., Major in Chemistry (Professional Degree): Satisfactory completion of CHM 203/204, and either CHM 205/206 or CHM 285/286. Computer literacy is expected of students majoring in Chemistry. MTH 245 and MTH 246 and PHY 211 and PHY 212 are prerequisites for all courses beyond organic chemistry. BIO 211 and BIO 212 are prerequisites for the advanced biology courses. B.A.: Major in Classical and Near Eastern Civilizations: A knowledge of ancient languages is not required for Classical and Near Eastern Civilizations courses. B.A.: Major in Greek: None. B.A.: Major in Latin: None. B.A.: Major in Communication Studies: COM 152 and overall GPA of 2.25. B.S.: Major in Computer Science: None. B.S.C.S.: Major in Computer Science: None. B.S.: Major in Elementary Education: Students will be allowed to register for 300-level and above courses only after receiving formal admission into the Education Department. In order to be considered for admission, student must obtain and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5, achieve acceptable scores on the Pre-Professional Skills Test (PPST), receive acceptable grades in EDU 103, EDU 207, and EDU 210, and complete department application procedures. In addition, an interview, letter of recommendation, and portfolio review will be requested by the Selection and Retention Committee.
B.A.: Major in English: Completion of ENG 120, ENG 121, and ENG 150 with a grade of “C” or better. Students who wish to apply to the Creative Writing Specialization: Completion of ENG 300 with a grade of “B” or better or permission of the Director of Creative Writing. B.S.: Evs., Major in Environmental Science: Successful completion of ATS 113 or BIO 211 or CHM 203/204. B.S.: Major in Exercise Science: GPA of 2.75 in a minimum of 30 credits of Creighton University coursework; a grade of “C” or better in CHM 203/204 or 205/206 and BIO 211 or 212. B.S.: Major in Athletic Training: GPA of 2.75 in a minimum of 30 credits of Creighton University coursework; a grade of “C” or better in CHM 203/204 or 205/206 and BIO 211 or 212. B.A.: Major in Art: Studio Art: Successful completion of ART 105 and ART 153, and acceptable portfolio, normally at the end of the sophomore year. Art History Track: Successful completion of ART 219 and two additional Art History courses. B.F.A.: Major in Studio Art: Studio Art: Successful completion of ART 105 and ART 253, and acceptable portfolio, normally at the end of the sophomore year. Art History Track: Successful completion of ART 219 and two additional Art History courses. B.A.: Major in Music: Audition before the full-time music faculty during the first semester of enrollment in comprehensive musicianship, scheduled through the Coordinator of Music. B.A.: Major in Theatre: Successful completion of THR 131, THR 153, and one of the following: THR 215, THR 223, THR 330 or THR 355. B.F.A.: Major in Theatre: Successful completion of THR 131, THR 153, and one of the following: THR 215, THR 223, THR 330 or THR 355. B.A.: Major in Graphic Design: None. B.F.A.: Major in Graphic Design: None. B.S.: Major in Health Administration and Policy: Successful completion of HAP 200 with a grade of “C” or better, and sophomore standing. B.A.: Major in History: Successful completion of HIS 101. B.A.: Major in Journalism: At least a “C” in JMC 111. B.A.: Major in Justice and Society: Completion of SOC 101, ANT 111 or NAS 101 with a grade of “C” or better, plus 3 credits in a Sociology or Anthropology course with a grade of “C” or better. B.S.: Major in Mathematics: Students desiring to major in mathematics should apply to the department and be assigned a major advisor after completing MTH 245 or 246 or its equivalent. B.S.: Mth., Major in Mathematics: Students desiring to major in mathematics should apply to the department and be assigned a major advisor after completing MTH 245 or 246 or its equivalent.
B.S.: Minor in Military Science: Department permission required to enter the advanced course. B.A.: Major in French: Successful completion of FRN 202 or equivalent. B.A.: Major in German: Successful completion of GER 202 or equivalent. B.A.: Major in Spanish: Successful completion of SPN 202 or equivalent. B.A.: Major in Native American Studies: Completion of NAS 101 “Introduction to Native American Studies,” with a minimum of “C” grade. B.A.: Major in Philosophy: At least a “C” in PHL 107. A GPA of 2.00 or better in philosophy courses completed at the time of application. B.S.: Major in Physics: PHY 211 and PHY 212 or an “A” or “B” in PHY 211. B.S.: Phy., Major in Physics: PHY 211 and PHY 212 or an “A” or “B” in PHY 211. B.A.: Major in Political Science: PLS 121 or 215 are normally prerequisites for the other political science courses for a department major. B.A.: Major in International Relations: None. B.A.: Major in Psychology: Completion of PSY 111, including a 2.00 GPA in completed psychology courses and completion of at least 24 hours of undergraduate study. B.S.W.: Major in Social Work: Successful completion of SWK 261, PSY 111, SOC 101; a minimum GPA of 2.25; Admission to the department is selective and is based upon an application process that includes: the declaration of the major, a written application, a short (3-4 pages) biography, and three references. A personal interview may be required. B.S. Major in Sociology: Completion of SOC 101 with a grade of “C” or better, and 3 credits in a Sociology or Anthropology course with a grade of “C” or better. B.A.: Major in Theology: Sophomore standing and “C” average in two or more completed theology courses.