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What to Expect Your First Year

In your first year at the School of Professional Studies, you can expect to learn, grow and connect with other students inside and outside the classroom. Most students will choose to take the courses from the following disciplines their first year as part of the university's general education curriculum. Please note: Consult your advisor for assistance in developing your first-year curriculum.

  • Two semesters of Composition
  • One semester of Theology 
  • One semester of Speech 
  • One semester of History 
  • One semester of Science 
  • One semester of Physical Education 
  • One semester of Creative Arts Expression 
  • One semester of Philosophy and/or Ethics 
  • One semester of Social Science