Individually Designed Major - IDM

Individually Designed Major

The Individually Designed Major must be designated during the first semester of the sophomore year for the associate’s degree candidate and not later than the second semester of the junior year for the baccalaureate degree candidate. In some instances, an earlier decision may be necessary in order to meet all requirements within the normal length of the degree program.  All Individually Designed Majors must be reviewed and approved by the Academic Status and Review Committee.

A student interested in the IDM program must consult with appropriate department chair before or near the junior year to design a specific proposal. IDM proposals must be received by the Registrar’s Office prior to registration for the second semester of the junior year to be reviewed by the Academic Status Review Committee. Proposal forms are available in the Registrar’s Office. The approved IDM, including course requirements, must be filed with the Registrar, who must be notified of any changes in the program requirements.

- Hours required: 33 minimum to 46 maximum

- Independent Study: The 33-hour minimum requirements must include three (3) hours, but no more than six (6) hours, of Independent Study (451)

- Department requirement: Eighteen (18) hours of the total required must be selected from one department

- Capstone or Culminating Experience: Completion of a capstone or culminating experience in one department is required for graduation

Internship: Internship (199 or 399) credit is not allowed.