About the Plans

Effective fall 2005, all incoming freshmen will develop an academic plan. All students pursuing a major in the College of Arts and Humanities (ARHU) can use the template as a model to help guide their individual progress toward completing their degree. In order to complete a degree in four years, students should take at least 15 credits and/or 5 classes each semester. For more information on the Student Success Policy, please go online to http://www.ugst.umd.edu/academicsuccess.html

Please Note:

  • These templates are only models of a four-year curriculum. You will adjust course selection to accommodate course availability and/or your individual preferences. Many of the requirements for the majors have prerequisites and therefore must be taken in sequence.
  • These models do not consider the following: AP/IB credits, foreign language placement, transfer courses, double major/double degrees, minors, study abroad, internships, SAT exemptions, or any other special program requirements.
  • All students will have mandatory advising with the college and department during the first semester of matriculation, the junior year (60 credits) and senior year (90 credits). All 2005 freshman must develop a plan to be reviewed by the college and department during the first semester of matriculation mandatory advising session. All students who entered the university as a freshman, as of fall 2005, will undergo annual benchmark reviews to assess their progress and ability to continue in the major.
  • These sample templates presume that a student is full time and entered the major during the freshman year. All part-time students and students who have changed their major into the college, should consult with their advisors to determine how to develop an individualized plan.

  • This web site does not replace actual advising. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining your plans in consultation with your ARHU College and Departmental advisors.

Academic Plans by Department