Independent Study

176, 177, 276, 277, 376, 377. Dept. Code based on course content

Students must request an independent study through a faculty member who will then seek approval from the appropriate Program Director. A proposal must be submitted to and approved by the Dean of Academic Affairs. Copies of the approved independent study proposal are filed with the Dean, Registrar, and the student’s academic advisor. This procedure must be completed before work on the independent study begins.

1. A student may receive credit for no more than one independent study course per semester.
2. An independent study course may not exceed two credit hours.
3. All independent study courses must be officially approved and on file prior to the seventh week of the semester.
4. Independent study credit may be used only for elective credit in fulfilling degree requirements.