University Core: Overview - Part 3
Part 3: What are the specific requirements for the University Core?
Knowledge Areas
This curriculum expands the horizons of students' understanding of themselves and the world through a breadth of learning in 10 distinct areas. Courses in the Core Curriculum reinforce the development of skills and integrate understanding of values.
| Required Areas of Knowledge | Required Core Courses | Credit Hours |
| College Writing Seminar | 1 | 3 |
| Artistic Knowledge and Experience | 1 | 3 |
| Historical Knowledge | 2 | 6 |
| Literary Knowledge and Experience | 2 | 6 |
| Quantitative Analysis | 1 | 3 |
| Scientific Literacy | 2 | 6 |
| Societal and Cultural Knowledge | 2 | 6 |
| Philosophical Knowledge * | 2 | 6 |
| Theological & Religious Studies Knowledge * | 2 | 6 |
| Ethics - * 1 course required among either the Philosophical Knowledge or Theological & Religious Studies Knowledge Areas | * | * |
| TOTAL | 15 courses | 45 hours |
By linking learning outcomes in the knowledge areas with our core skills, students learn how to learn. Each course in the knowledge areas also develops one or more of the following skills: Communication Skills, Critical Thinking, Ethical Awareness, Information Literacy, Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis and Research Methods, and Technological Literacy.
Values Areas
Students will complete coursework on values in their undergraduate studies. These course requirements may be fulfilled in university Core or major or elective courses. Courses approved for Values requirements may also apply to fulfillment of Core or major field requirements.
| Required Values Areas | Required Courses | Credit Hours |
| Understanding Diversity in the United States or the World | 1 | 3 |
| Understanding and Promoting Justice | 1 | 3 |
| Understanding Spirituality or Faith in Action in the World | 1 | 3 |
| Promoting Civic Engagement or Leadership | 1 | 3 |
| TOTAL | 4 courses | 12 hours |
For more information and to browse actual courses, check out the Core Curriculum Guide.