Majors and Departments • Anthropology • Criminal Justice Studies • Economics • Geography • History • Political Science • Social Work • Sociology
Anthropology Bachelor of Arts, BA Bachelor of Science, BS The study of humankind, from its beginnings millions of years ago to present day
Declaration Requirements Attain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 Students seeking a BS are required to complete 6 hours of field school during the summer term Students must complete a minor or an area of specialization to accompany this major Students are required to see their department faculty mentor prior to meeting with their advisor each semester
siue.edu/anthropology
Criminal Justice Studies Bachelor of Arts, BA Bachelor of Science, BS The study of systems of practice and institutions of government directed at upholding social control, deterring and mitigating crime, or sanctioning those who violate laws with criminal penalties and rehabilitation efforts
Declaration Requirements Attain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 at SIUE
Senior Assignment • Students complete an internship • Contact the internship coordinator one year before planning to complete your internship siue.edu/criminal-justice
Economics Bachelor of Arts, BA Bachelor of Science, BS The study of how economic systems determine what goods and services will be produced, the prices and quantities of those goods and services, and who will receive them
Declaration Requirements Attain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 Students must complete a minor to accompany this major Students will take similar coursework as those pursuing a degree in Business Administration with emphasis in Economics in the School of Business
siue.edu/economics
Geography Bachelor of Arts, BA Bachelor of Science, BS The study of the Earth’s landscapes, people, places and environment
Declaration Requirements Attain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 Students must complete a minor or an area of specialization to accompany this major
siue.edu/geography-info
Geography Students Seeking Teacher Certification (9-12) • Have an SIUE GPA of 2.5 or higher, as well as a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher from all institutions • Receive grades of C or better in all General Education Foundation courses • Successfully pass a criminal background check
siue.edu/geography-info
History Bachelor of Arts, BA Bachelor of Science, BS The study of past events, particularly in human affairs
Declaration Requirements • Attain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 • Complete ENG 102 Specialization in Applied Historical Studies Students must complete a minor to accompany this major siue.edu/historical-studies
History Students Seeking Teacher Certification (9-12) • Have an SIUE GPA of 2.5 or higher, as well as a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher from all institutions • Receive grades of C or better in all General Education Foundation courses • Successfully pass a criminal background check
siue.edu/historical-studies
Political Science Bachelor of Arts, BA Bachelor of Science, BS The study of the structure and theory of government, analyzing political activity, thought and behavior Declaration Requirements • Attain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 Students must complete a minor to accompany this major siue.edu/political-science
Political Science Students Seeking Teacher Certification (9-12) • Have an SIUE GPA of 2.5 or higher, as well as a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher from all institutions • Receive grades of C or better in all General Education Foundation courses • Successfully pass a criminal background check
siue.edu/political-science
Social Work Bachelor of Social Work, BSW The study of helping those in need of help or welfare to improve the quality of life
Declaration Requirements • Must apply to the Department of Social Work for admission • Applications become available in November, with deadline January 31st • Applicants need to have the following: • Completed ENG 101 & 102 • An established minimum GPA of 2.5 • A plan for completing any of the non-social work courses required for the major siue.edu/social-work
Social Work Declaration Requirements (continued) • Submit all previous and current volunteer and service experiences (see application) • Submit a 400-word personal statement (see application) • Submit transcripts and GPA information (see application) • Attend a BSW Program orientation session (see application)
Students do not need a minor to accompany this major Students who choose to complete a minor will not need to complete the nine hours of Social Work electives required in the major
siue.edu/social-work
Sociology Bachelor of Arts, BA Bachelor of Science, BS The study of the development, structure and functioning of human society
Declaration Requirements • Attain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 Specializations • Employment Relations • Diversity and Social Justice Students must complete a minor to accompany this major siue.edu/sociology
Final Tips and Contact Information • Take at least one major course in your first semester or first year • Declare your major as soon as you meet declaration requirements • Connect with faculty in your intended major beginning the first semester • Feel free to contact a major advisor with questions, even if you are not declared in the major College of Arts and Sciences Advising Peck Hall, room 1315 618-650-5525 casadvising@siue.edu siue.edu/artsandsciences/advisement