English Minor
A minor is an academic program, consisting of at least 18 credits, that supplements a major. A minor may consist of course work in a single area or from several disciplines, with at least six, but ordinarily not more than half, of the credits at the 400-course level.
- Total credit requirements are specified by the discipline and generally limited to 18 to 21 credits
- All courses for the minor require a grade of C or above
- Entrance to some minors may require the completion of a number of prerequisites including courses, portfolios, auditions, or other forms of documentation that are not included in the total requirements for the minor
- Entrance to some minors may require payment of a one time, non-refundable charge
- In some disciplines, students may not need to complete additional credits or semesters in order to earn a minor
- Students may pursue multiple minors
- Increase marketability
- Broaden education
- Pursue an additional area of interest
- Receive a certificate for completion of minor along with diploma
- Recorded on student transcript and degree audit
- The minor is not recorded on the student’s transcript or degree audit
- A student does not need to withdraw from a minor
Supporting courses and related areas: (18 credits)
Students may not count courses used to satisfy General Education Writing/Speaking Skills
- Select 6 credits from ENGL 200-289 (Sem: 3-8)
- Select 6 credits from ENGL 400-493 (Sem: 3-8)
- Select 6 additional credits in English (Sem: 3-8)
- Enroll in a baccalaureate major other than English
- Obtain signature of baccalaureate major adviser
- Complete Application for Entrance to Minor form
Yes, English majors may choose from seven minors available at Penn State York.
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