English, B.A.

Must complete at least 1 course in each of the following:

   English Composition and Oral Communication
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   Quantitative Literacy
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Must Complete at least 2 courses in each of the following:

   Humanities and the Arts
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   _____________________________    ________    

   Natural Sciences - at least one Lab Science required
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   _____________________________    ________                                                                                      

   Social and Behavioral Sciences
   _____________________________    ________ 
   _____________________________    ________                                                                        

Complete total required BGP credit hours by selecting courses from any of the above categories:

   _____________________________    ________ 
   _____________________________    ________ 
   _____________________________    ________ 
   _____________________________    ________                                                                                    

University Requirements

Designated courses in Humanities and the Arts and the Social and Behavioral Sciences domains may be used to fulfill both the BGP requirement and one of the following university requirements:

Cultural Diversity in the US    ____________
International Perspective       ____________

Composition Requirement:
WRIT 1120                             

Total BGP Credits: Must be at least 36                      

World Languages and Cultures (_____ yrs of HS_______) 

Consult the Undergraduate Catalog or the Arts and Sciences Student Handbook regarding approved course options in the different language and culture areas. 
​   ________1010_________________    ________ 
​   ________1020_________________    ________ 
​   _____________________________    ________ 
   _____________________________    ________ 

Lab Science  

   _____________________________    ________ 

Multidisciplinary Component

Select from approved offerings, in consultation with an advisor and a faculty mentor. Four courses total, each with a different subject prefix. At least two courses at 3000/4000 level. Courses applied to the Arts & Sciences MDC may not be used to fulfill other Arts and Sciences degree requirements, nor may they be used to fulfill major, minor, BGP or other program requirements.   
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   _____________________________    ________ 
   _____________________________    ________ 
   _____________________________    ________  

• ENG 4120 
• ENG 4130 
• ENG 4420 
• ENG 4700 
• ENG 4830 
• ENG 4840 
• ENG 4860 
• ENG 4870 
• ENG 4880 
• ENG 4890 
• ENG 4950 
• ENG 4970 

No more than 12 hours may be at the 2000-level. At least 10 hours must be at the 4000 level.

In the table below, circle the courses that you have completed. A course may be counted only once in the table. For example, ENG 2110, ENG 2120, and ENG 2750, appear in the American literature row in two time periods (1660-1900 and 1900-present), and ENG 4080 appears in the British literature row in two time periods (Before 1660 and 1660- 1900). However, they can be used for one or the other but not both. Select the time period advantageous to you. 4000-level seminars may count for distribution requirement

Topics courses: ENG 4230, ENG 4700, and ENG 4800 may be added to the cells in the table depending on the topic of the course. [ENG 4240 - Topics in Multiethnic American Literature, ENG 2110 - African-American Literature, ENG 2120 - Native American Literature will always fill a cell in the American Literature row; the time period will be based on the topic of the offering. Please consult an advisor for proper placement of a topics course.]

Special Studies Option: A maximum of two non-literature courses may be substituted for literature electives. These must be approved by the English advisor and require a course substitution form. An exception must be recorded in DARS. These courses will typically fall in the Other row/column.

*Courses in the “Other” row/column may require or be associated with a course substitution or exception

(Usually 21 Hours)

1. 122 credit hours minimum.
2. Minimum GPA 2.00.
3. At least 30 credit hours of BGSU course work.
4. 40 credit hours at the 3000/4000 level.
5. Completion of all degree requirements, including the BG Perspective Core.
6. A major, and if required, a minor, specialization or emphasis.

Any substitution or waiver of courses required for your major or minor program must originate in the department/school offering the major or minor and must be approved by the College Office.

To ensure a timely graduation, see a College Advisor during the semester prior to your intended graduation.

Remember to complete an Application for Graduation by the end of the second week of classes during the fall semester or spring regular session, or by the end of the first week of the summer semester. For the specific dates, check your DARS. You may log onto MyBGSU to complete the online application. After the deadlines, you will need to complete an application in person in the College Office.

1. 122 credit hours minimum.
2. Minimum GPA 2.00.
3. At least 30 credit hours of BGSU course work.
4. 40 credit hours at the 3000/4000 level.
5. Completion of all degree requirements, including the BG Perspective Core.
6. A major, and if required, a minor, specialization or emphasis.

Any substitution or waiver of courses required for your major or minor program must originate in the department/school offering the major or minor and must be approved by the College Office.

To ensure a timely graduation, see a College Advisor during the semester prior to your intended graduation.

Remember to complete an Application for Graduation by the end of the second week of classes during the fall semester or spring regular session, or by the end of the first week of the summer semester. For the specific dates, check your DARS. You may log onto MyBGSU to complete the online application. After the deadlines, you will need to complete an application in person in the College Office.