Foundations of American Democracy Requirement

Foundations of American Democracy Requirement  

Three (3) credits of Foundations of American Democracy (FAD) are required for degree completion. Courses that meet this requirement may also be used to meet other major, minor, or General Education requirements.

General Education Requirements (41 Hours)

• General Education Requirements (41 Hours)  

COM 2103  or COM 2105 , COM 2124  and COM 3315  if taken for the major may count toward General Education.

Major Requirements (48 Hours)

An overall 2.0 GPA is required in the major. 18 semester hours must be completed at Appalachian.

• Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
• Senior Capstone Experience (CAP) must be met.

Minor Required (15-25 Hours)

9 hours of a minor must be completed at Appalachian. Students should choose a minor in consultation with their advisor. Suggested minors include: English, General Business, International Business, Marketing, Non-Profit Management, Political Science, Psychology, or Sociology.

Electives (3-25 Hours)

To total a minimum of 120 hours for the degree

Total Required (120 Hours)