Minors

A minor area of studies is not required for the baccalaureate degree. However, a student may elect a minor area of studies. A minor area of studies constitutes a group of courses amounting to at least 18 credits in a particular discipline. The following college policy applies to all minors: 

1. At least 3 courses (9-12 credits) to be used toward a minor must have been taken at Mount Saint Mary College.

2. A student must have a 2.0 GPA in a discipline for it to be recorded as a minor.

3. A maximum of 3 support courses outside the major's discipline (up to 12 credits) may constitute part of a minor in a second discipline. Courses that are not defined as support courses may not be shared between major and minor.

Not all academic divisions offer a minor. Students should refer to the information found under each of the Mount's academic divisions to determine the areas that offer a minor and the guidelines established for the minor. It is advisable that the student consult with a member of the faculty in the area in which the individual wishes to minor when initially planning the program.