Liberal Arts And Interdisciplinary Studies (BA)

The LAIS Educational Foundations major is specifically designed as an alternative pathway only for students who are no longer eligible to continue in the licensure tracks of the Elementary Education or Special Education majors. This non-licensure option enables students to apply relevant coursework toward degree completion while redirecting their academic goals outside the framework of state teacher certification. Upon selecting or being recommended for this pathway, students will be withdrawn from the Teacher Education Program.

Requirements for the Major in Liberal Arts and Interdisciplinary Studies

The Liberal Arts and Interdisciplinary Studies (LAIS) major consists of 54-57 semester hours. Students will complete the Core Requirements in addition to the non-licensure Educational Foundations track. Exceptions to the specified courses below must be approved. 

Core Courses

Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
18

Additional Requirements for the Major

  • Research Course (3-4 s.h.) (R)
  • Science Introductory Course (3-4 s.h.) (N)
Sub-Total Credits
6-8.00

TRACK Requirements: Educational Foundations

Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
9
Total credits:
54-59

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