Course planning advice here is limited to majors. For a full description of degree requirements, please see this
overview of the Academic Program and refer to the
Catalog for details and official rules. Any discrepancy between the Course Planning Pages and the Catalog will be resolved in favor of the Catalog.
Where should I start if I am just sampling this subject as a non-major?
Any 100- or 200- level Philosophy course (PHIL) or any 100- or 200- level Religious Studies course (RELI).
Where should I start if I might use this as part of a major or as a potential major?
Any 100- or 200- level Philosophy course (PHIL) and any 100- or 200- level Religious Studies course (RELI).
Some 300-level Religious Studies courses may be appropriate for a second semester first-year student. Please consult the instructor or Religious Studies Department Chair.
Where should I start if I have some experience in this discipline before college?
Any 200-level Philosophy course and any 100- or 200- level Religious Studies course (RELI).
Some 300-level Religious Studies courses may be appropriate for a second-semester, first-year student. Please consult the instructor or Religious Studies Department Chair.
When should I declare a major?
All students must declare a major by March 1st of their sophomore year.