Bachelor of Arts Degree Language Requirement
Bachelor of Arts Degree
A Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree signifies proficiency in one or more foreign languages. Specifically, the BA requirement may be completed in one of the following ways:
- Demonstration of proficiency in one foreign language by successful completion of one course at the 2020-level or higher (or its equivalent).
Or
- Demonstration of proficiency in American Sign Language by successful completion of COMD 4920 and COMD 4780 , and by passing an exit interview.
Or
- Demonstration of proficiency in two foreign languages by successful completion of the 1020 course level in one language and the 2010 course level in the second language (or its equivalent).
Or
- Completion of an upper-division (3000-level or higher) foreign language grammar or literature course requiring the 2020 course level (or its equivalent) as a prerequisite. Conversation courses cannot be considered for satisfying this requirement.
For nonnative English-speaking students only, the following options are available:
- Successful completion of the Intensive English Language Institute (IELI) program for international students.
Or
- TOEFL, Michigan, or IELI placement scores high enough to meet the University admission criteria.
Requirements for Asian Studies Major (27 credits)
Minimum GPA for Admission: 2.5, USU; 2.2, Career
Minimum GPA for Graduation: 2.5, major requirements including foreign language; 2.0, USU
Minimum Grade Accepted: C- in all major requirements including foreign language
To graduate with a BA degree in Asian Studies, students must complete a minimum of 27 credits approved by the Asian Studies program director. The program must include a minimum of 18 credits selected from the Core Courses, and 9 credits from the General Electives, selected after consultation with the Asian Studies program advisor. In addition to the core and elective courses, proficiency at the 2020-level or higher in an Asian language is required for graduation.
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