Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science Degrees
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Upper Division Requirements
I. Major or Major/Minor
Specific requirements in each major field are enumerated in the sections for the various areas in which majors are offered. Fifty percent of the major requirement on a bachelor’s degree program must be upper division courses (courses numbered 3000 or 4000), and 18 hours or half of the major, whichever is greater, must be taken at NSU. Majors with 56 hours or more hours do not require a minor.
II. One minor, or second major 18-36 hours
The minor consists of 18 semester hours. Minors must be chosen from an academic subject area other than the first major. Degrees which are considered a major/minor do not require additional hours in a minor. Students majoring in a field of business are required to complete the business core in lieu of a minor or a second major.
Minors must be completed simultaneously with a major degree program. A minor may not be completed by itself, independent of a major program. This means a minor cannot be earned after a bachelor’s degree has been conferred. At least one active major must be declared in order to pursue a minor. Multiple minors can be linked to the completion of a single major.
Also be aware that since the minor must be completed with a major, any outstanding minor requirements will prevent the awarding of the degree for a major (even if the major does not require a minor). In order to graduate without an unrequired and incomplete minor, the minor must be removed from your records before your degree can be processed.
III. Electives to make a total of not less than 124 hours
Major Fields Offered
The distinction between the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees is largely that of selection of a major subject and the number of liberal arts and sciences courses required. If a minor is required, the student must select one minor or a second major.
Bachelor of Arts
- American Indian Studies
- Cherokee Cultural Studies
- Communication Studies
- Creative Writing
- Drama
- English
- Geography and Sustainability Studies
- History
- Media Studies
- Music
- Political Science
- Sociology
- Spanish
Bachelor of Science
- Cell and Molecular Biology
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Criminal Justice
- Cyber Security
- Environmental, Health and Safety Management
- Freshwater Sciences
- Health and Human Performance
- Homeland Security and Emergency Management
- Integrative Biology
- Legal Studies
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Nutritional Sciences
- Organizational Leadership
- Physics
- Psychology
- Speech Language Pathology
Additional Information
ENGLISH PROFICIENCY
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English proficiency is a graduation requirement. Components I and II of English proficiency should be met with
grades of “C” or better prior to graduation.
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UPPER DIVISION CREDIT
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Total hours must include at least 40 hours of credit in courses numbered 3000 and above. |
LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES
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Please see individual majors for requirements. |
RESIDENT COURSEWORK
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All candidates for a degree must complete a minimum of 30 hours in residence at this University.
(See Bachelor’s Degree Regulations) |
Bachelor of Education Degrees
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Professional Licensure Disclosure
Programs at Northeastern State University that prepare students for initial licensure as educators are designed to meet the licensure standards set by the Oklahoma State Department of Education. Students seeking licensure in another state are advised to contact the appropriate licensing board in that state to determine specific requirements of guidelines for reciprocity. Northeastern State University cannot confirm whether a particular licensure program meets requirements for licensure outside of the State of Oklahoma. For a list of the state departments of education that oversee professional teaching licensure, see the U.S. Department of Education website - State Contacts page.
For questions related to licensure, please contact Lois Buttress (buttress@nsuok.edu).
General Education
Students planning to major in Education must meet General Education requirements (49-51 hours). Education students can take a language course under the “Global Perspectives” area which will count as their “language other than English” requirement and can take EDUC 4823 - Technology and the 21st Century Learner for computer proficiency. Education majors are encouraged to see their advisor regarding these requirements and the additional 4 X 12 requirements listed below for Elementary, Early Childhood and Special Education majors.
4 x 12 Requirements (Elementary, Early Childhood, and Special Education majors)
From the courses listed in the General Education section and those in their major prior to their full internship, Elementary, Early Childhood, and Special Education majors must complete (with a minimum grade of “C”), a minimum of:
12 hours in Communication Arts (English, Literature, Communication Studies)
12 hours in Social Science (Geography, History, Economics, Political Science, Psychology)
12 hours in Math
12 hours in Science
Foreign Language Competency:
According to the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education (OSRHE) academic policy 3.21.4E:
Teacher preparation programs at the preservice level shall require students to meet one of two criteria addressing foreign language or Emergent Bilingual / English Learning in P-12 schools.
- Teacher candidates demonstrate listening and speaking skills at the novice-high level, as defined by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, for a language other than English, including American Sign Language. The assessment for such competency may occur at any point in the teacher candidate’s program and does not require specified course work or credit hours except as may be required by the institution.
- Teacher candidates demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to address the needs of Emergent Bilingual (English Learner) students in the P-12 classroom and are proficient in the strategies required for successful delivery of P-12 instruction in that area. The assessment for such competency may occur at any point in the teacher candidate’s program through specified course work, approved by the Office of Educational Quality and Accountability (OEQA), and as may be required by the institution.
See an advisor for more information.
Upper Division Requirements
I. Major (minimum of 40 hours)
Specific requirements in each major field are enumerated in the selections for the various areas in which majors are offered. Fifty percent of the major requirement on a bachelor’s degree program must be upper division courses (course numbered 3000 or 4000).
II. Professional Education (29 hours)
Final Semester: Intern Teaching and Seminar - 12 hours
III. Electives to make a total of not less than 124 hours
Bachelor of Arts in Education
MAJORS
- Art
- Cherokee
- English
- Social Studies
- Spanish
Bachelor of Music Education
(Instrumental, Vocal, Keyboard/Instrumental, Keyboard/Vocal, Percussion)
This specialized major adheres to all requirements for teacher education with these additional considerations. See the program listing for more information.
Bachelor of Science in Education
MAJORS
- Early Childhood Education
- Elementary Education
- Health and Physical Education
- Mathematics
- Science Education (Biology, Chemistry, Earth/Space)
- Special Education-Mild/Moderate Disorders
Additional Information
ENGLISH PROFICIENCY
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English proficiency is a graduation requirement. Components I and II of English proficiency should be met with grades of “C” or better prior to graduation. |
COMPUTER PROFICIENCY
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All new freshmen must meet computer proficiency in the first 30 hours of coursework. This is an NSU graduation requirement. |
UPPER DIVISION CREDIT
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Total hours must include at least 40 hours of credit in courses numbered 3000 and above. A minimum grade of “C” is required in all coursework in major field and professional education. |
LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES
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Please see individual majors for requirements. |
RESIDENT COURSEWORK
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All candidates for a degree must complete a minimum of 30 hours in residence at this University. (See Bachelor’s Degree Regulations) |
FOREIGN LANGUAGE COMPETENCY
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All students must demonstrate proficiency at the high novice level in a language other than English. |
4 X 12 REQUIREMENT
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Early Childhood, Elementary Education, and Special Education programs require completion of 12 semester hours with a grade of “C” or better in the following disciplines: Communication Arts (ENGL, COMM), Math, Science and Social Science (ECON, GEOG, HIST, POLS, PSYC, SOC) prior to graduation. |
PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO
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All students pursuing initial and advanced teacher certification are required to develop a portfolio which documents their accomplishments, learning, and strengths related to the competencies, standards, and outcomes established by the Oklahoma Education Quality and Accountability, Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education, and the Oklahoma State Department of Education. |
Bachelor of Specialty Degrees
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Requirements
Bachelor of Business Administration
I. General Education
II. Business Core
III. Business Major
IV. Electives - to make not less than 124 total hours
MAJORS:
- Accounting
- Business Administration
- Entrepreneurship
- Finance
- Health Organizations Administration
- Hospitality and Tourism Management
- Information Systems
- International Business Management
- Management
- Marketing
- Supply Chain Management
Bachelor of Fine Arts (Art Major / Minor)
I. General Education
II. Major/Minor
III. Electives to make not less than 124 total hours
Bachelor of General Studies
I. General Education
II. Three Areas of Specialization (Areas are selected from available minors. With approval from the program coordinator, one area may be tailored to meet individual needs.)
III. General Studies Capstone
IV. Electives to make not less than 124 total hours
Bachelor of Science in Medical Lab Science
I. General Education/Prerequisites
II. Pathways
A. Degree Completion 2+2
B. Internship 3+1
III. Electives to make total of not less than 124 hours
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
I. General Education/Prerequisites
II. Major/Minor 30 + 30 hours (30 hours of the major is transfer credit or credit-by-examination for previous nursing courses.)
III. Nursing Support Courses
IV. Electives to make total of not less than 124 hours
Bachelor of Social Work
I. General Education/Prerequisites
II. Major
III. Electives to make total not less than 124 hours
Bachelor of Technology
I. General Education/Prerequisites
II. Bachelor of Technology Core
III. Technical Courses
IV. Electives to make not less than 124 total hours
Additional Information
ENGLISH PROFICIENCY:
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English proficiency is a graduation requirement. Components I and II of English proficiency should be met
with grades of “C” or better prior to graduation.
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UPPER DIVISION CREDIT:
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Total hours must include at least 40 hours of credit in courses numbered 3000 and 4000. Thirty (30) hours
advanced standing credit will be awarded after successfully completing 12 hours of the nursing major with a
grade of “C” or better. |
LIBERAL ARTS & SCIENCES:
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Please see individual majors for requirements.
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Liberal Arts and Science Courses
Liberal Arts & Sciences (LAS) Courses are identified in catalog course descriptions.
“Liberal Arts and Sciences Courses” are those traditional fields of study in the humanities; social and behavioral sciences; communication, natural and life sciences; mathematics; and the history, literature and theory of the fine arts (music, art, drama, dance). Courses in these fields whose primary purpose is directed toward specific occupational or professional objectives, or courses in the arts which rely substantially on studio or performance work are not considered to be liberal arts and sciences for the purpose of this policy. (OSRHE, Undergraduate Degree Requirements, 3.15.2)
Professional Degree Completion (3 + 1)
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Students accepted for early admission into a professional program may be eligible to complete an NSU bachelor’s degree utilizing the following procedure. This process must be initiated within eighteen months of the student’s last semester of enrollment at NSU under the following conditions:
Student is accepted into a professional program before completing bachelor’s degree at NSU.
- Health Programs: Chiropractic, dentistry, medicine, optometry, pharmacy, podiatry, veterinary medicine (excludes physician assistant/associate, nursing, allied health programs)
- Law School
Student must have already completed:
- At least 94 earned hours
- OSRHE requirements: English and computer proficiency, United States History, and United States Government
- NSU general education requirements
- Residency requirements for major and degree
Additional restrictions:
- Student may lack no more than 30 hours to complete graduation requirements.
- A maximum of 30 hours (all upper level) from the professional program may be transferred back to NSU to complete graduation requirements.
Once the student has successfully completed the first year in professional school the student will:
- Reapply for admission to NSU.
- Submit an official transcript from professional school.
- Complete an Application for Bachelor’s Degree.
When all documentation is received:
- Admissions will readmit the student and notify the Office of the Registrar.
- The student will meet with an academic advisor who will recommend how the hours from the professional program may be applied to satisfy the remaining degree requirements and submit a proposal to the appropriate department chair.
- The Department Chair will review the recommendations and submit approved exceptions to the Office of the Registrar specifying how the professional transfer work will be applied.
- The registrar’s office will enter approved transfer work and exceptions, verify that degree requirements have been met, and confer the degree for the current semester.
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