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Apr 08, 2026
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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Studies in Education B.S.
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TOTAL DEGREE HOURS: 120
Plans of Study
The Bachelor of Science in Studies in Education major is a customized degree completion major that provides students with options to choose an appropriate academic pathway that fits their educational and professional goals. The major provides students the opportunity to engage in educational settings which may include schools or other settings as museums, non-profit organizations, community-based organizations, and businesses where teaching and training are an integral part of the organization.
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University Admissions - College of Education
Admission to the University is based on the University’s Undergraduate Admission Requirements that may be found by clicking on the following URLs: Graduation Requirements - Studies in Education B.S.
To be certified by the College of Education for graduation, a student must have: - Earned a minimum of 120-semester hours credit.
- Successfully completed all program requirements for the degree in Studies in Education.
- A minimum overall USF grade-point average of 2.0 or a minimum GPA of 2.0 in teaching specialization courses and a minimum GPA of 2.0 in the Professional Education sequence for Satisfactory completion.
Required Courses: (35-48 credit hours)
State Mandated Common Course Prerequisites- Studies in Education B.S. (3 credit hours)
Following Florida BOG Regulation 8.007, state mandated common course prerequisites are lower-division courses that are required for progression into the upper division of a particular baccalaureate degree program. Transfer students should complete the State Mandated Common Course Prerequisites at the lower level prior to entering the university. If these courses are not taken at a Florida College System institution, they must be completed before the degree is granted. Successful completion of the common prerequisites alone does not guarantee a student admission into the degree program. Unless stated otherwise, a grade of C- is the minimum acceptable grade in prerequisite courses. State Mathematics Pathway – Studies in Education B.S. (6 Credit Hours)
The Studies in Education B.S. degree uses the Mathematical Thinking in Context Mathematics Pathway with the following requirements. Students may also complete this requirement with any one State Gen Ed Math (SGEM) and any one USF Gen Ed Math (UGEM). Major Core Courses: 2 course(s); 4 - 15 credit hour(s)
Major (Restricted) Elective Courses: 4 course(s); 10 - 12 credit(s)
Major Elective Courses: 6 course(s); 18 credit hour(s)
Students select 6 credit hours of 3000-4000 level coursework with the following prefixes: EDE, EDF, EDG, EDP, EEC, EEX, EVT, FLE, HLP, LAE, MAE, MGF, PET, RED, SCE, SSE, TSL Additional Information - Studies in Education B.S.
Grading Requirements
A minimum grade of C- or better must be earned in each concentration course. GPA Requirements
A minimum adjusted grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 on all coursework taken at USF and an overall 2.0 GPA average on all college-level coursework. Residency Requirement
Must meet university residency requirements: 50% of upper level credit or 30 of the last 60 hours in the major at USF Other Information
Time Limit The College of Education reserves the right to determine whether courses five years or older can be applied toward a degree based on the following guidelines: - Courses completed within the last five years may be accepted toward graduation.
- Courses completed over five years but less than ten years ago must have the approval of the chairperson from the department in which the equivalent course is taught.
- Courses completed ten years ago or longer will count as elective credit only toward graduation.
Other Information Please be advised that program and/or course requirements are subject to change, per state legislative mandates, Florida State Department of Education program approval standards, and accreditation criteria. Students will be required to pay for costs in addition to tuition, fees, and books such as: - Transportation to and from field sites required in some courses
- Criminal background checks and fingerprinting if required
- Assignments in some classes (e.g., printing/binding of group project reports, academic and professional portfolio, digital recording equipment, etc.)
Research Opportunities - College of Education
Undergraduate students in any degree program are able to participate in undergraduate research. Several options exist to show mentored undergraduate research activity on a student’s official transcript. Those who wish to enroll in an undergraduate research course should consult with their academic advisor to understand how the credit will apply towards the degree requirements. If no credit is needed, students may be eligible to enroll in the 0-credit IDS 4914 - Advanced Undergraduate Research Experience course. This course will not impact degree credits or GPA but will show on an official transcript and document the experience. The Office of Student Engagement in Research and Innovation (SERI) is able to assist with further inquiries. Plans of Study - Studies in Education B.S.
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