Interdepartmental Studies – BA

Program Overview:

By definition, a major in Interdepartmental Studies combines course work in two or more disciplines. This major provides a flexible framework that allows for the design of a variety of nontraditional programs. Under the umbrella of Interdepartmental Studies, the College has developed several specified options and several less-defined options as described below. The degree in all cases is Bachelor of Arts in Interdepartmental Studies.

Program Contacts

To email the Director of Academic Advising:

Kelly Meyer: Email

Program Webpage:

Interdepartmental Studies

Program Requirements:

Business/Mathematics Option (61 credits)

MAT 190	Calculus 1	4
MAT 191	Calculus 2	4
MAT 201	Calculus 3	4
MAT 270	Finite Mathematics	3
MAT 372	Introduction to Probability	3
	MAT Electives numbered above 300	9
ACC 121	Prin Financial Accounting	3
ACC 122	Prin Managerial Acc't	3
BUS 219	Management Info Systems	3
BUS 233	Business Law 1	3
BUS 253	Principles of Marketing	3
BUS 301	Financial Management	3
BUS 334	Business Law II	3
CSC 202	Intro to Programming	4

BUS Electives from: (6)

BUS 352	Operations Management	3
ECO 105	Principles of Macroeconomics	3
ECO 352	Economics of Management	3

CSC Electives from: (3)

CSC 252	Problem Solving w/JAVA	4
CSC 344	Computer Networks	3
CSC 321	Database Mgmt Systems	4

Computer Science/Mathematics Option (60 credits)

CSC 202	Intro to Programming	4
CSC 252	Problem Solving w/JAVA	4
CSC 302	Data Structures	4
CSC 321	Database Mgmt Systems	4
CSC 332	Microcomputer Architecture and Programming	3
MAT 190	Calculus 1	4
MAT 191	Calculus 2	4
MAT 201	Calculus 3	4
MAT 240	Linear Algebra	3
MAT 295	Discrete Math Str	3
MAT 319	Numerical Analysis	3
PHY 190	Fund of Physics 1	3
PHY 190L	Fund of Physics 1 Lab	1
PHY 191	Fund of Physics 2	3
PHY 191L	Fund of Physics 2 Lab	1

Elective courses from the following: (12)

CSC 311	Computer Graphics	3
CSC 342	Artificial Intelligence	3
CSC 344	Computer Networks	3
CSC 431	Algorithms	3
CSC 432	Operating Systems	3
CSC 433	Programming Languages	3
CSC 434	Software Engineering	3
	or any CSC 300-level or above
MAT 330	Mathematical Logic	3
MAT 340	Linear Programing/Game Theory	3
MAT 350	Abstract Algebra	3
MAT 372	Introduction to Probability	3
MAT 373	Introduction to Statistics	3

Physical Science/Mathematics Option (63 credits)

MAT 190	Calculus 1	4
MAT 191	Calculus 2	4
MAT 201	Calculus 3	4
MAT 302	Differential Equations	3
	MAT Electives numbered 300 or above	12
CHM 190	Gen Chemistry 1	3
CHM 190L	Gen Chemistry 1 Lab	1
CHM 191	Gen Chemistry 2	3
CHM 191L	Gen Chemistry 2 Lab	1
CHM 401	Physical Chemistry 1	3
CHM 401L	Physical Chem Lab 1	1
CHM 402	Physical Chemistry 2	3
CHM 402L	Physical Chem Lab 2	1
PHY 190	Fund of Physics 1	3
PHY 190L	Fund of Physics 1 Lab	1
PHY 191	Fund of Physics 2	3
PHY 191L	Fund of Physics 2 Lab	1
PHY 302	Modern Physics	3
PHY 302L	Modern Physics Lab	1
CHM/PHY	Electives in Chemistry or Physics	8

Pre-Engineering Option

The 3 + 2 program in Engineering allows a student to earn two degrees over a period of five years (depending on course loads): the B.A. in Interdepartmental Studies from The College of Saint Rose and a B.S. in Engineering from an affiliated college. Under this affiliation, each college accepts course work from the other college, leading to the awarding of two degrees. Students in this program complete a three-year program at Saint Rose including liberal arts courses and prerequisite courses in the sciences and mathematics, including CHM 190, CHM 191, CSC 202, CSC 252, CSC 302; MAT 190, MAT 191, MAT 201, MAT 240, MAT 302; PHY 190, PHY 191. Also recommended are CHM 203, CHM 402, CHM 403, and MAT 373, MAT 373.

Presuming satisfactory course work and a satisfactory minimum cumulative index, students proceed to a participating school of engineering. After successful completion of 30 credits in engineering, students are awarded the B.A. in Interdepartmental Studies from Saint Rose. Following additional course work in engineering, students receive a B.S. in Engineering from the participating school of engineering according to the policies of that college. Students interested in this program should consult the Office of Undergraduate Admissions or the School of Mathematics and Sciences.

Special Studies Option (42 credits)

The Special Studies option retains the flexible dimension of the Interdepartmental Studies major. Under this option, students are able to design their own major by combining two clusters of at least 18-24 credits each or three clusters of at least 12-18 credits each. All students interested in participating in the Interdepartmental Studies Program must complete an application form prior to formally enrolling in this major. Application/program requirements include:

Students write a narrative demonstrating how the Interdepartmental Studies program, specifically the combination of the two or three disciplines specific to their Interdepartmental Studies program, will contribute to their career and life goals.
Students develop a formal plan of study, in conjunction with the Academic Advising Office, that includes:
A list of courses, including advanced-level courses, that comprise the core of the student’s plan
An explanation of how and why these courses constitute a focused academic program

Note: Some academic departments have specific requirements that Interdepartmental Studies students must fulfill in order to incorporate the discipline into their major. For example, the History Department requires that students take at least one course from each of the following geographic areas: Africa, Asia/Middle East, Europe, Latin America, and the United States.

The Plan of Study must include progression from 100 to 400 level courses.
Students must successfully complete the College-wide Liberal Education Requirements.
A capstone is required for completion of the program.

Once the application narrative and Plan of Study are prepared, students are responsible for meeting with the departments chairs representing the disciplines included in their Interdepartmental Studies program, as well as the appropriate school deans, in order to review and gain approval for their Program of Study.

Final approval for admission into the Interdepartmental Studies Program rests solely with the specific departments. Once approved, department chairs and deans sign the student’s Plan of Study, and the student brings the completed form to the Director of Academic Advising, who files a copy and sends a copy to the Registrar’s Office for official documentation of Interdepartmental Studies as the student’s major.

Professional Accreditation:

The College of Saint Rose, sponsored by the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Carondelet, Albany Province, is chartered by the Board of Regents of New York State. All of its degrees and programs are registered and its professional programs fully approved by the Board of Regents through the New York State Education Department.

The College of Saint Rose is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104. (267-284-5000) The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. http://www.msche.org

Minors:

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Admissions and Financial Aid Information:

The Undergraduate Admissions Office begins review of Freshman applications each fall in late September for the following Fall. Students are encouraged to submit a complete an application as early as November. The Admissions Team will return a decision on complete applications within just three weeks. The College awards academic scholarships at the same time.

What Makes an Application Complete

Online or Paper application (fee waived for online applicants!)
Official High School Transcripts
Official Transcripts for any College Level Courses
SAT or ACT scores (See Test Optional FAQ's)
Letter of Recommendation from a Counselor or Teacher
Essay or Graded Paper
Applicants may also apply via the Common Application Online.
Art applicants are required to complete a portfolio review.

Admissions contact information (telephone number, admissions web pages)

Scholarships and Financial Aid

See Tuition, Fees, and Financial Aid section for more information.

The Bottom Line

The total cost of The College of Saint Rose (including tuition, fees, room and board) is one of the lowest of any private college in the Northeast, and we still award more than $25 million in Saint Rose scholarships, grants and financial aid.

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