Kentucky Wesleyan College offers online degree completion programs to meet the needs of students who seek quality education, convenience, flexibility, personal attention, and support throughout the learning experience. We strive to provide students with all necessary learning tools so the student can focus on acquiring the knowledge and skills that will propel their career and future.
The online degree completion programs are delivered in an intensive seven-week online course format that allows students to take classes from anywhere at any hour. The online program is designed primarily for working adults and individuals who are either just beginning their college careers or have completed some college. By taking up to three classes in each of two seven-week terms per semester, students can maintain full-time status. Students can finish their degrees in four (4) years or less if they have already completed some college. In special circumstances if a online student needs to take a traditional course it can be approved in writing from the student’s advisor and by the Director of Online Learning and the Registrar.
For information related to Online Education, please contact Lindsey Crowe, Director of Online Learning at online@kwc.edu or (270) 852-3109.
Kentucky Wesleyan College offers seven online bachelor’s degrees, one associate degree, and four minors and two certificate programs.
General Education Requirements #
No more than six (6) hours from a given discipline may be counted toward fulfillment of the divisional requirements. Students may substitute another course for any of the options listed with the consent of the assigned faculty advisor and the permission of the Provost Office. The areas of humanities, natural science and social science must be satisfied by taking courses outside the discipline in which the student majors (except for one course).
Humanities – Nine (9) hours (Three (3) hours must be in history and three (3) hours must be in religion)
- HIST 101 – History of World Civilization I (3)
- HIST 102 – History of World Civilization II (3)
- HIST 111 – Survey of American History I (3)
- HIST 112 – Survey of American History II (3)
- HIST 370 – The Middle East, Past and Present (3) *
- HIST 375 – African American History (3) *
- ML 101 – French, German, Spanish, or other modern language (3)
- ML 102 – French, German, Spanish, or other modern language (3)
- ML 201 – French, German, Spanish, or other modern language (3) *
- ML 202 – French, German, Spanish, or other modern language (3) *
- PHIL 100 – Introduction to Philosophy (3)
- PHIL 300+ – Upper-Level Philosophy (3)
- REL 100 – Introduction to Religion (3)
- REL 102 – Survey of Christian Traditions (3)
- REL 340 – Topics in Comparative Religion (3) *
- REL 343 – Abrahamic Faiths (3) *
- REL 344 – Eastern Religious Traditions (3) *
Aesthetics – Six (6) hours (Three (3) hours must be in Literature; three (3) hours must be ART, MUS or THEA from list below)
- ENGL 200 – Approaching Literature (3)
- ENGL 205 – British Literature Survey (3)
- ENGL 206 – American Literature Survey (3)
- ENGL 207 – Medieval Literature Survey (3) *
- ENGL 209 – Ye Gods and Goddesses: Classical Mythology (3) *
- ENGL 230 – Readings in World Literature (3) *
- ART 100 – Art Survey (3)
- ART 384 – Art History: Modern Art (3) *
- MUS 153 – Music Appreciation (3)
- MUS 300 – Rock & Roll: Its Influence on Society (3) *
- MUS 360 – History of Musical Theater (3) *
- THEA 120 – Introduction to Theatre (3)
- THEA 325 – History of Theatre (3) *
Social Sciences – Six (6) hours (cannot be in the same subject; must be two (2) different subjects)
- BA 360 – International Business (3) *
- CJC 100 – Introduction to Criminal Justice (3)
- CJC 230 – Global Perspectives on Crime and Justice (3) *
- CJC 344 – Minority Relations (3) *
- ECON 231 – Principles of Microeconomics (3)
- ED 200 – Foundations of Education (3)
- GEOG 101 – Introduction to Human Geography (3) *
- IDS 305 – Interdisciplinary Study of the Native Alaskan/Eskimo, Past and Present (3) *
- POLS 101 – American National Government (3)
- POLS 202 – State and Local Government (3)
- POLS 391 – Comparative Government (3) *
- PSY 101 – Introduction to Psychology (3)
- PSY 201 – Human Development (3)
- SOC 100 – Principles of Sociology (3)
- SOC 308 – Minority Relations (3) *
Physical Education/Health – 3 hours
- EXSC 101 – Fitness and Wellness (3)
*Multi-Cultural Studies – Three (3) hours are required and may be taken from any approved multicultural studies course indicated by an asterisk (*) within the General Education categories listed above.
-New courses are regularly approved for multi-cultural studies credit; please check with your advisor or the registrar for the most current list.
NOTE: The general divisional requirements cannot all be taken in the same discipline.
General Natural Sciences – Six (6) hours in two different disciplines.
- BIO 103 – Introductory Biology (3)
- BIO 105 and BIO 106 – Concepts in Biology and Concepts in Biology Laboratory (4)
- BIO 204 – The Biology of Music (3)
- CHEM 105 and CHEM 106 – Concepts in Chemistry and Concepts in Chemistry Laboratory (4)
- CHEM 141 – Culinary Reactions: The Chemistry of Food and Cooking (4)
- ENGR 101 – Introduction to Engineering (3)
- ENSC 200 – Global Change and Environmental Science (3)
- ENSC 220 and ENSC 221 – Environmental Science and Environmental Science Laboratory (4)
- ENSC 395 – Introduction to Conservation (3)
- PHSC 105 and PHSC 106 – Concepts in Physical Science and Concepts in Physical Science Laboratory (4)
- PHYS 101 – Introduction to Physics in Modern Medicine (3)
- PHYS 102 – Physics and the Arts (3)
- PHYS 103 – Astronomy (3)
- PHYS 111 and PHYS 112 – Introductory General Physics I and Introductory General Physics I Laboratory (4)
Mathematics – Three (3) hours
- MATH 101 – College Algebra (3)
- MATH 102 – Trigonometry (1)
- MATH 104 – Probability and Statistics (4)
- MATH 105 – Intermediate Algebra (3)
- MATH 106 – Discovering Mathematics (3)
- ED 111 – Math for Elementary Teachers I (Elementary, Middle Grades Math, and Learning Behavior Disorders majors only) (3)
- ED 112 – Math for Elementary Teachers II (Elementary, Middle Grades Math, and Learning Behavior Disorders majors only) (3)
Communication Skills – Six (6) hours
- ENGL 111 – Composition I (3)
- ENGL 112 – Composition II (3)
QUESTIONS CONCERNING THE GENERAL EDUCATION PROGRAM MAY BE DIRECTED TO THE REGISTRAR, ONE’S ADVISOR, OR THE PROVOST OFFICE.
Associate of Arts #
The requirements for the Associates of Arts (AA) degree online degree completion program are designed to reflect Wesleyan’s commitment to the liberal arts. All students seeking this degree will explore a diversity of course offerings intended to provide breadth while also allowing the student a great opportunity to organize their elective studies around their fields of immediate interest.
The AA degree prepares students to enter fields which require more coursework than a high school diploma alone and serves as a steppingstone to bachelor’s programs. The Wesleyan AA requires that students take extra credit hours in History, Philosophy, Modern Language, or Religion establishing a curriculum which will broaden the student’s coursework over more disciplines.
Associates of Arts 60 Semester Credit Hours
| General Education Art, Music, or Theatre | 3 hours |
| General Education History or General Education Modern Language or General Education Philosophy or General Education Religion | 9 hours (3 hours must come from History and 3 hours must come from Religion) |
| General Education Literature | 3 hours |
| General Education Mathematics | 3 hours |
| General Education Natural Science | 3 hours |
| General Education Social Science | 3 hours |
| Composition I | 3 hours |
| Composition II | 3 hours |
| Elective courses | 30 hours |
Students in the online degree completion program must meet Kentucky Wesleyan College requirements to graduate.
Accounting Online Degree Completion Program #
Kentucky Wesleyan College has received specialized accreditation for its business programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE), located at 11960 Quivira Rd. Overland Park, Kansas 66213, USA. The business programs in the following degrees are accredited by the IACBE: Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Accounting.
The Kentucky Wesleyan College business programs prepare students for professional careers in business and/or graduate studies. This preparation involves a curriculum that stresses analysis and communication, theory and practice, as shaped by the needs of the global business community. Ethics and values are emphasized in the curriculum, as well as technical efficiency and accountability.
Bachelor of Arts in Accounting Online Degree Completion Program 66-67 Semester Credit Hours
Core Requirements
- ACCT 211 – Principles of Accounting I (3)
- ACCT 212 – Principles of Accounting II (3)
- BA 357 – Accounting Information Systems or Management Information Systems (3)
- BA 101 – Introduction to Business (3)
- BA 261 – Principles of Marketing (3)
- BA 325 – Business Law (3)
- BA 341 – Principles of Financial Management (3)
- BA 345 – Business and Professional Writing (3)
- BA/ECON 359 – Managerial Statistics (3)
- BA 406 – Business Strategy and Value Creation (3)
- ECON 231 – Principles of Microeconomics (3)
- ECON 232 – Principles of Macroeconomics (3)
- MATH 101 or 121 – College Algebra (3) or Calculus I (4)
Supporting Requirements
- ACCT 311 – Intermediate Accounting I (3)
- ACCT 312 – Intermediate Accounting II (3)
- ACCT 313 – Cost Accounting (3)
- ACCT 320 – Advanced Managerial Accounting (3)
- ACCT 411 – Advanced Accounting (3)
- ACCT 412 – Partnerships and Not-for-Profit Organizations (3)
- ACCT 415 – Income Taxation (3)
- ACCT 416 – Advanced Taxation (3)
- ACCT 418 – Principles of Auditing (3)
Students working to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting must complete intermediate proficiency in a foreign language, either by completing twelve hours of the same foreign language or through receiving CLEP test credit.
All 100-200 level accounting, business administration, economics and mathematics courses should be completed in freshman and sophomore years or students may not have prerequisites necessary to take 300-400 level accounting, business administration and economics courses in their junior and senior year
Bachelor of Science in Accounting Degree 66-67 Semester Credit Hours
Core Requirements
- ACCT 211 – Principles of Accounting I (3)
- ACCT 212 – Principles of Accounting II (3)
- BA 357 – Accounting Information Systems or Management Information Systems (3)
- BA 101 – Introduction to Business (3)
- BA 261 – Principles of Marketing (3)
- BA 325 – Business Law (3)
- BA 341 – Principles of Financial Management (3)
- BA 345 – Business and Professional Writing (3)
- BA/ECON 359 – Managerial Statistics (3)
- BA 406 – Business Strategy and Value Creation (3)
- ECON 231 – Principles of Microeconomics (3)
- ECON 232 – Principles of Macroeconomics (3)
- MATH 101 or 121 – College Algebra (3) or Calculus I (4)
Supporting Requirements
- ACCT 311 – Intermediate Accounting I (3)
- ACCT 312 – Intermediate Accounting II (3)
- ACCT 313 – Cost Accounting (3)
- ACCT 320 – Advanced Managerial Accounting (3)
- ACCT 411 – Advanced Accounting (3)
- ACCT 412 – Partnerships and Not-for-Profit Organizations (3)
- ACCT 415 – Income Taxation (3)
- ACCT 416 – Advanced Taxation (3)
- ACCT 418 – Principles of Auditing (3)
All 100-200 level accounting, business administration, economics and mathematics courses should be completed in freshman and sophomore years or students may not have prerequisites necessary to take 300-400 level accounting, business administration and economics courses in their junior and senior year.
REQUIREMENTS FOR A MAJOR IN ACCOUNTING WITH THE EMPHASIS TO PURSUE CPA CERTIFICATION 150 HOURS
- Completion of coursework for either a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science in Accounting, and
- Additional hours to be earned in the following areas:
- Accounting
- Business Administration
- Computer Information Systems
- Economics
- English
American Civics and Civilization Online Degree Program #
Students enrolled in the American Civics and Civilization program may select one of three disciplinary concentrations in history, political science, or legal studies. 36 hours are required, at least 18 must be at or above the 300 level. The program culminates with a senior thesis where students perform guided research on a topic of their choice.
Stanley Reed Pre-Law and Politics Society
Named after one of Kentucky Wesleyan’s most prestigious alumni, United States Supreme Court Justice Stanley Reed, this club offers all students interested in law and political opportunities to listen to speakers, discuss relevant topics and debate important controversial issues. Speakers include Kentucky Wesleyan alumni either attending or graduated from law school discussing aspects of law school admissions, legal education and the practice of law. Debates include student contests over campus-related issues each semester. Other debates concerning controversial legal and political issues also are arranged among various community leaders and professionals. Each year there is a trip to the Midwest political Science Associations’ national meeting in Chicago that is offered to members.
Internship Opportunities
The American Civics program offers several off-campus internship opportunities. When the Kentucky Legislature is in session, junior or senior students can qualify for a legislative internship at Frankfort and receive 12 hours of credit. At the local level, Kentucky Wesleyan College places students in internships in the Commonwealth Attorney’s office, local attorney’s offices, public defenders’ offices, and at the Green River Area Development Office.
Bachelor of Arts Degree 36 Semester credit hours
Bachelor of Science Degree 36 Semester credit hours
Students electing the Bachelor of Arts degree option must complete two semesters of the same foreign language or two multicultural courses selected by the program coordinator. Students electing for the Bachelor of Science degree option must complete two courses in economics.
- Introductory Sequence (12 hours)
- ACC 100 – Introduction to American Civilization (3)
- HIST 111 – Survey of American History I or HIST 112 Survey of American History II (3)
- POLS 101 – American National Government (3)
- LGST 101 – Introduction to Law (3)
- Intermediate & Advanced Core (6)
- ACC 390 – Topics in American Civics and Civilization (3)
- ACC 400 – Senior Seminar (3)
- Electives (18 hours)
Choose from all 300 level and above courses in POLS, HIST, and LGST and:
- ART 383 – Art History: American Art (3)
- CART 100 – Mass Communications and Society (3)
- ECON 231 – Microeconomics (3)
- ECON 232 – Macroeconomics (3)
- ENGL 206 – American Literature Survey (3)
- IDS 202 – Statistics in the Social and Behavioral Sciences (3)
- IDS 203 – Research Methods in the Social and Behavioral Science (3)
- POLS 202 – State & Local Government (3)
Requirements for the Associate of Science Degree in Business Administration 60 Semester Credit Hours
All General Education requirements for the Bachelor of Science degree must be met for students seeking the Associate of Science degree in Business Administration. As such, students who earn their Associate of Science degree in Business Administration through Kentucky Wesleyan College will already be Gen-Ed complete if they decide to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree at Kentucky Wesleyan College. If you have any questions, please contact our business faculty.
General Education Requirements: 36 Semester Credit Hours
- Physical Education/Health- (EXSC 101) (3)
- General Education Art, Music, or Theatre (3)
- General Education Humanities – (1-HIST, 1-REL, 1-OTHER) (9)
- General Education Literature(3)
- General Education Mathematics (MATH 101 or 105 )(3)
- General Education Natural Science (6)
- General Education Social Science (other than ECON) (3)
- Composition I (3)
- Composition II (3)
NOTE: A Multi-Cultural Course is required to complete the GENED requirements.
Core Requirements for Business Administration 24 Semester Credit Hours
Core Requirements: 18 Semester Credit Hours
- ACCT 211 – Principles of Accounting I (3)
- ACCT 212 – Principles of Accounting II (3)
- BA 101 – Introduction to Business (3)
- BA 261 – Principles of Marketing (3)
- ECON 231 – Principles of Microeconomics (3)
- ECON 232 – Principles of Macroeconomics (3)
Electives 6 Semester Credit Hours
- 6 hours of Elective
Business Administration Online Degree Completion Program #
Requirements for the Associate of Science Degree in Business Administration 60 Semester Credit Hours
All General Education requirements for the Bachelor of Science degree must be met for students seeking the Associate of Science degree in Business Administration. As such, students who earn their Associate of Science degree in Business Administration through Kentucky Wesleyan College will already be Gen-Ed complete if they decide to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree at Kentucky Wesleyan College. If you have any questions, please contact our business faculty.
General Education Requirements: 36 Semester Credit Hours
- Physical Education/Health- (EXSC 101) (3)
- General Education Art, Music, or Theatre (3)
- General Education Humanities – (1-HIST, 1-REL, 1-OTHER) (9)
- General Education Literature(3)
- General Education Mathematics (MATH 101 or 105 )(3)
- General Education Natural Science (6)
- General Education Social Science (other than ECON) (3)
- Composition I (3)
- Composition II (3)
NOTE: A Multi-Cultural Course is required to complete the GENED requirements.
Core Requirements for Business Administration 24 Semester Credit Hours
Core Requirements: 18 Semester Credit Hours
- ACCT 211 – Principles of Accounting I (3)
- ACCT 212 – Principles of Accounting II (3)
- BA 101 – Introduction to Business (3)
- BA 261 – Principles of Marketing (3)
- ECON 231 – Principles of Microeconomics (3)
- ECON 232 – Principles of Macroeconomics (3)
Electives 6 Semester Credit Hours
- 6 hours of Elective
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration #
The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration online degree completion program prepares students for professional careers in business and/or graduate studies. This preparation involves a curriculum that stresses analysis and communication, theory, and practice, as shaped by the needs of the global business community. Ethics and values are emphasized in the curriculum, as well as technical efficiency and accountability.
Kentucky Wesleyan College has received specialized accreditation for its business program through the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE) located at 11960 Quivira Road, Overland Park, KS 66213.
The business programs in the following degrees are accredited by the IACBE: Bachelor of Arts and Science in Accounting and Business Administration.
Business Administration Major Requirements 63-64 Semester Credit Hours
Core Requirements
- ACCT 211 – Principles of Accounting I (3)
- ACCT 212 – Principles of Accounting II (3)
- BA 101 – Introduction to Business (3)
- BA 261 – Principles of Marketing (3)
- BA 325 – Business Law (3)
- BA 341 – Principles of Financial Management (3)
- BA 345 – Business and Professional Writing (3)
- BA 357 – Management Information Systems (3)
- BA/ECON 359 – Managerial Statistics (3)
- BA 406 – Business Strategy and Value Creation (3)
- ECON 231 – Principles of Microeconomics (3)
- ECON 232 – Principles of Macroeconomics (3)
- MATH 101 or 121 – College Algebra (3) or Calculus I (4)
General Business Administration 24 Semester Credit Hours
- ACCT 320 – Advanced Managerial Accounting (3)
- BA 353 – Operations Management (3)
- BA 354 or BA 455 – Human Resource Management or Organizational Leadership (3)
- BA 360 – International Business (3)
- BA 400 – Contemporary Topics in Business Administration (3)
- BA 459 – Business Ethics and Social Sustainability (3)
- ECON 333 or ECON 431 – Money, Credit and Banking or Managerial Economics (3)
- One 3 hour upper-level business elective or an internship (possible business electives include those with the following prefixes: ACCT, BA, ECON, and ENTR) (3)
Students in the online degree completion program must meet Kentucky Wesleyan College requirements to graduate.
Christian Ministries Certificate Program #
The Christian Ministries Program is designed to educate those students who would like to become lay leaders in their churches in ministry praxis. In addition, some of these courses include a section(s) focusing on spiritual formation.
Requirements for Christian Ministries Certificate Program 18 Semester Credit Hours
Core Requirements
- CM 207 – Introduction to Christian Ministry (3)
- CM 305 – Foundations of Christian Missions (3)
- CM 370 – Practicum (3)
- PHIL 301 – Introduction to Ethics (3)
- REL 102 – Survey of Christian Traditions (3)
Must take three (3) hours from the following:
- CM 201 – Worship (1)
- CM 202 – Spiritual Disciplines (1)
- CM 203 – Preaching (1)
- CM 204 – Youth Ministry (1)
- CM 205 – Church Music (1)
- CM 206 – Pastoral Counseling (1)
- CM 350 – Spiritually Formative Leadership (3)
Communication Arts Online Degree Completion Program #
The Bachelor of Science in Communication Arts online degree completion program prepares students for professional careers in advertising, public relations, and general communication studies. Students who major in Communication Arts can earn a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree with an emphasis in Advertising and Public Relations. Students can also pursue a minor in Communication Arts.
Bachelor of Science in Communication Arts Requirements 40 Semester Credit Hours
Core Requirements
- CART 100 – Mass Communications and Society (3)
- CART 140 – Interpersonal Communication (3)
- CART 141 – Basic Public Speaking (3)
- CART 300 – Communications Theory (3)
- CART 405 – Communications Research Methods (3)
- CART 499 – Senior Seminar (3)
Must take four hours of Practicum or Internship.
Emphasis Requirements for the following emphases: Advertising and Public Relations
- ART 211 – Graphic Design II (3)
- CART 105 – Introduction to Media Writing (3)
- CART 203 – Introduction to Advertising (3)
- CART 204 – Introduction to Public Relations
- CART 310 – Campaigns and Problems (3)
Must take three (3) hours of electives from CART or THEA.
Communication Arts Minor
Must take 12 hours from the following:
- CART 100 – Mass Communications and Society (3)
- CART 140 – Interpersonal Communication (3)
- CART 141 – Basic Public Speaking (3)
- CART 300 – Communications Theory (3)
- CART 405 – Communications Research Methods (3)
- CART 499 – Senior Seminar (3)
Must take nine (9) hours from these electives:
- ART 211 or CART 313 – Graphic Design II or Desktop Publishing/Graphic Design (3)
- CART 105 – Introduction to Media Writing (3)
- CART 203 – Introduction to Advertising (3)
- CART 204 – Introduction to Public Relations (3)
- CART 207 – Audio Production (3)
- CART 310 – Campaigns and Problems (3)
- CART 311 – Organization Communications (3)
- CART 312 – Media Management (3)
- CART 314 – Desktop Video (3)
Students in the online degree completion program must meet Kentucky Wesleyan College requirements to graduate.
Criminal Justice and Criminology Online Degree Completion Program #
Program Details
The degree in Criminal Justice and Criminology requires 42 credit hours: 33 in CJC, 6 in IDS and 3 in CART. All students must have a cumulative 2.0 average to earn a BS degree. Every student must also complete Kentucky Wesleyan College’s degree requirements of 120 total credit hours, which will include the required General Education Requirements and 42 credit hours of upper-division coursework. All Criminal Justice and Criminology majors must complete the following to meet the requirements for a B.S. degree. It is incumbent upon the student to know the requirements for their major and make continual progress toward their degree.
Major Requirements 42 Semester Credit Hours
Core Course Requirements 18 Semester Credit Hours
- CART 141 – Basic Public Speaking (3)
- CJC 100 – Introduction to Criminal Justice (3)
- CJC 350 – Criminology (3)
- CJC 480 or CJC 499 – Advanced Research Methods OR Criminal Justice Senior Seminar (3)
- IDS 202 – Statistics in the Behavioral Science (3)
- IDS 203 – Research Methods in the Behavioral Sciences (3)
Must complete at least two (2) of the following content core courses: 6 Semester Credit Hours
- CJC 310 – Critical Issues in Policing (3)
- CJC 340 – Courts and Procedure (3)
- CJC 345 – Juvenile Delinquency (3)
- CJC 370 – Corrections (3)
Must complete 18 additional hours of CJC elective courses: 18 Semester Credit Hours
- CJC 210 – Criminal Investigation (3)
- CJC 230 – Global Perspective on Crime and Justice (3)
- CJC 301 – Practicum in Criminal Justice (1-3)
- CJC 310 – Critical Issues in Policing (3) (if not completed for core content credit)
- CJC 325 – Forensic Psychology (3)
- CJC 340 – Courts and Procedure (3) (if not completed for core content credit)
- CJC 344 – Minority Relations (3)
- CJC 345 – Juvenile Delinquency (3) (if not completed for core content credit)
- CJC 347 – Drugs, Crime and Justice (3)
- CJC 360 – Criminal Law (3)
- CJC 370 – Corrections (3) (if not completed for core content credit)
- CJC 390 – Deviant Behavior (3)
- CJC 401 – Independent Study (1-3)
- CJC 405 – Offender Rehabilitation (3)
- CJC 415 – Gender and Crime (3)
- CJC 420 – Contemporary Issues in Criminal Justice (3)
- CJC 450 – Terrorism and Counterterrorism (3)
- CJC 460 – Victimology (3)
- CJC 470 – Advanced Criminology (3)
- CJC 480 – Advanced Research Methods (3) (if not completed for core credit)
- CJC 499 – Criminal Justice Senior Seminar (3) (if not completed for core credit)
Criminal Justice and Criminology Minor 18 Semester Credit Hours
Minor Requirements
- CJC 100 – Introduction to Criminal Justice (3)
- CJC 350 – Criminology (3)
Must complete an additional twelve (12) elective credit hours in CJC
English #
Offerings include a Bachelor of Arts with a Literature emphasis as well as an English minor.
The study of English provides students the wisdom and experience which comes through reading great literature; improves students’ critical thinking and aesthetic appreciation; increases students’ proficiency in speaking, reading and writing; and provides students opportunities to master the content, methodologies and skills in an area of specialization. Thus, English offers students a comprehensive and flexible major for a variety of career fields and pre-professional studies. In addition, English remains a valuable choice as a second major, or as a minor, for students whose main areas of study are in other disciplines.
The English major requires 36 hours in literature or creative writing courses. English majors complete 18 hours of core requirements. Majors completing a B.A. must complete 6 hours of a single language. Students also complete an additional 12 hours required.
Bachelor of Arts Degree 36 Semester Credit Hours
Literature Emphasis Requirements
- ENGL 205 or ENGL 207 – British Literature Survey OR Medieval Literature Survey (3)
- ENGL 206 – American Literature Survey (3)
- ENGL 230 – Readings in World Literature (3)
- ENGL 303 – Topics in Literature (3)
- ENGL 411, 412, or 413 – Major Writers: American, English, or World (3)
- ENGL 440 – Senior Seminar (3)
Must take one (1) of the following in American Studies:
- ENGL 414 – American Renaissance (3)
- ENGL 415 – American Regionalism (3)
Must take one (1) of the following in British Studies:
- ENGL 313 – The Novel (3)
- ENGL 402 – The Feminine Voice (3)
Must take one (1) of the following in World Studies:
- ENGL 311 – Poetry (3)
- ENGL 416 – Modern and Postmodern Literature (3)
Must take one (1) upper-level literature or creative writing course.
Must complete intermediate proficiency in foreign language either by completing 6 hours of foreign language or through receiving CLEP test credit.
English Minor 18 Semester Credit Hours
Must take one (1) of the following surveys:
- ENGL 205 – British Literature Survey (3)
- ENGL 206 – American Literature Survey (3)
- ENGL 207 – Medieval Literature Survey (3)
- ENGL 230 – Readings in World Literature (3)
Must take one (1) of the following Major Writers:
- ENGL 411 – Major American Writers (3)
- ENGL 412 – Major English Writers (3)
- ENGL 413 – Major World Writers (3)
Must take three (3) additional literature courses; two (2) of which must be upper level.
Must take one (1) additional upper-level English course.
Fitness and Sport Management Major Online Degree Completion Program #
The fitness and sport management major is a cross-disciplinary program which emphasizes the liberal arts approach to education and career preparation. The interdisciplinary curriculum provides, for example, course work in the science, philosophy, ethics, sociology and the history of sport and fitness. Moreover, many courses within this major are reading and writing intensive, discussion oriented and heavily focused on the development of critical thinking skills and reasoning. The fitness and sport management major prepares students for career opportunities within such areas as health and wellness, corporate fitness, sport and athletic administration, community recreation and commercial recreation.
Bachelor of Science Degree 45 Semester Credit Hours
Core Requirements
- ACCT 211 – Principles of Accounting I (3)
- ACCT 212 – Principles of Accounting II (3)
- BA 101 – Introduction to Business (3)
- BA 261 – Principles of Marketing (3)
- BA 325 – Business Law (3) *
- BA 354 – Human Resources Management (3) *
- ECON 231 – Principles of Microeconomics (3)
- ECON 232 – Principles of Macroeconomics (3)
- EXSC 305 – Philosophy of Sports and Exercise (3)
- EXSC 306 – Biomechanics of Exercise and Sports (3)
- EXSC 310 – Sociological and Psychological Aspects of Sports (3)
- EXSC 390 – Physical Activity for Special Populations (3)
- EXSC 410 – Ethics in Sports and Exercise (3)
- EXSC 430 – Internship (3)
- PE 308 – Sports and Fitness Management (3)
*100 and 200 level courses in business and economics must be taken before taking 300 and 400 level courses in business and economics.
Sports Leadership Certificate Program(online only) 15 Semester Credit Hours
Requirements:
- EXSC 201 – Introduction to Coaching, Administration, and Compliance (3)
- EXSC 340 – Leadership in Athletic Coaching (3)
- EXSC 345 – Leadership in Athletic Administration (3)
- EXSC 410 – Ethics in Sport and Exercise (3)
- EXSC 430 – Internship (3)
Graphic Design Online Degree Completion Program #
The Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design online degree completion program is designed to help meet the ever-increasing demand for qualified and highly skilled professionals in the field of graphic design and other related fields. Students in this program complete a required core of art courses in which foundation principles of art and design are studied. After completing drawing and foundation design courses, students begin graphic design coursework that will focus on typography, brand design, publication, web design, animation, and other advanced projects.
Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design – Online Core Requirements 45 Semester Credit Hours
- ART 100 – Art Survey (3)
- ART 101 – Beginning Drawing I (3)
- ART 111 – Two-Dimensional Design (3)
- ART 210 – Graphic Design I (3)
- ART 211 – Graphic Design II (3)
- ART 278 – Digital Photographic Techniques (3)
- ART 310 – Graphic Design Topics (3)
- ART 311 – Graphic Design III (3)
- ART 403 – Internship (3)
- ART 411 – Graphic Design IV (3)
- ART 412 – Graphic Design V (3)
- ART 453 – Digital Painting (3)
- ART 470 – Senior Seminar (3)
- Upper-level ART History Elective (3) (Actual courses depend on transfer courses and courses scheduled)
Students in the online degree completion program must meet Kentucky Wesleyan College requirements to graduate.
Animation Minor 24 Semester Credit Hours
Core Course Requirements 18 Semester Credit Hours
- ART 101 – Beginning Drawing (3)
- ART 111 – Two-Dimensional Design (3)
- ART 210 – Graphic Design I (3)
- ART 325 – Digital Animation (3)
- ART 453 – Digital Painting (3)
- ART 410 – Advanced Digital Animation (3)
Must take two (2) of the following: 6 Semester Credit Hours
- ART 425 – 3D Modeling and Printing (3)
- CART 207 – Audio Production (3)
- ENGL 300 – Film Script Analysis and Production (3)
- ENGL 330 – Screen Writing (3)
- ENGL 335 – Creative Writing for Children and Young Adults (3)
- ENGL 344 – Page to Stage Workshop (3)
History #
The Kentucky Wesleyan College History Program strives to educate students so that they understand and appreciate the historical context of the human experience, to think critically and to communicate effectively. History graduates will be prepared for entry into graduate school, teaching (in conjunction with the education program), and careers related to the field of history.
Offerings include a Bachelor of Science degree, and a minor.
Requirements for Bachelor of Science Degree in History 45 Semester Credit Hours
Core Requirements
- HIST 101 – History of World Civilization I (3)
- HIST 102 – History of World Civilization II (3)
- HIST 111 – Survey of American History I (3)
- HIST 112 – Survey of American History II (3)
- HIST 200 – Historical Methods (3)
- HIST 400 – Senior Seminar (3)
Electives
Students must take nine (9) semester credit hours in History and nine (9) semester credit hours in Political Science.
Supporting Requirements
- ECON 231 or ECON 232 – Principles of Microeconomics or Principles of Macroeconomics (3)
- GEOG 101 – Introduction to Human Geography
- SOC 100 – Principles of Sociology
History Minor 21 Semester Credit Hours
Requirements for History Minor
- HIST 101 – History of World Civilization I (3)
- HIST 102 – History of World Civilization II (3)
- HIST 111 – Survey of American History I (3)
- HIST 112 – Survey of American History II (3)
Students must take nine (9) elective hours in History.
Legal Studies #
The Legal Studies program is an interdisciplinary course study of the law specifically designed for those planning to attend law school. Although there are a few skills courses included (Introduction to Logic, Introduction to Ethics, and Business and Professional Writing) most of the offerings are focused on the law per se. Outside of an introductory overview of the law, Introduction to Law (LGST 101), and a capstone course, Internship in Legal Assistance (LGST 408) centered around an internship with a judge and the local Commonwealth Attorney’s Office (prosecutor), all other content courses come from six different subject areas: Business, Criminal Justice, History, Political Science, and Psychology. Each discipline offering these courses will offer them from their unique perspectives and will not reproduce the law school experience. Nevertheless, the content given will give the students a head start over their peers in law school by laying the groundwork for that area of legal expertise. It will give the students a competitive edge. It should be noted that law schools do not prefer any particular major or minor, so students are encouraged to add an additional major or minor(s) as suit their interests. A high-grade point average and a better than average Law School Aptitude Test score are the key determinants needed for acceptance into law school.
Offerings include both a Bachelor of Arts degree and a Bachelor of Science degree in Legal Studies.
Requirements for Bachelor of Arts Degree in Legal Studies 42 Semester Credit Hours
Core Requirements
- CJC 100 – Introduction to Criminal Justice (3)
- LGST 101 – Introduction to Law (3)
- LGST 408 – Internship in Legal Assistance (3)
- POLS 101 – American National Government (3)
- POLS 202 – State and Local Government (3)
Supporting Requirements
Six (6) hours of Political Science OR six (6) hours in the same foreign language or equivalent through CLEP testing.
Must take 21 semester credit hours from the following electives:
- BA 325 – Business Law (3)
- BA 326 – Advanced Business Law (3)
- BA 327 – Employment Law (3)
- BA 345 – Business and Professional Writing (3)
- CJC 340 Courts and Procedure (3)
- CJC 325 – Forensic Psychology (3)
- CJC 340 – Courts and Procedure (3)
- CJC 345 – Juvenile Delinquency (3)
- CJC 360 – Criminal Law (3)
- PHIL301 – Introduction to Ethics (3)
- PHIL 302 – Critical and Logical Thinking (3)
- POLS 351 – The Judiciary (3)
- POLS/HIST 352 – Constitutional Law I (3)
- POLS/HIST 353 – Constitutional Law II (3)
- POLS 362 – Public Administration and the Bureaucracy (3)
- POLS 363 – Advanced Public Policy (3)
Requirements for Bachelor of Science Degree in Legal Studies 42 Semester Credit Hours
Core Requirements
- CJC 100 – Introduction to Criminal Justice (3)
- LGST 101 – Introduction to Law (3)
- LGST 408 – Internship in Legal Assistance (3)
- POLS 101 – American National Government (3)
- POLS 202 – State and Local Government (3)
Supporting Requirements
- ACCT 211 – Principles of Accounting I (3)
- ACCT 212 – Principles of Accounting II (3)
- ECON 231 – Principles of Microeconomics (3)
- ECON 232 – Principles of Macroeconomics (3)
Must take 15 semester credit hours from the following electives:
- BA 325 – Business Law (3)
- BA 326 – Advanced Business Law (3)
- BA 327 – Employment Law (3)
- BA 345 – Business and Professional Writing (3)
- CJC 340 Courts and Procedure (3)
- CJC 325 – Forensic Psychology (3)
- CJC 340 – Courts and Procedure (3)
- CJC 360 – Criminal Law (3)
- PHIL 301 – Introduction to Ethics (3)
- PHIL 302 – Critical and Logical Thinking (3)
- POLS 351 – The Judiciary (3)
- POLS/HIST 352 – Constitutional Law I 3
- POLS/HIST 353 – Constitutional Law II 3
- POLS 362 – Public Administration and the Bureaucracy (3)
- POLS 363 – Advanced Public Policy (3)
Liberal Arts Online Degree Completion Program #
Kentucky Wesleyan College’s Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts is an interdisciplinary online degree completion program that emphasizes the knowledge and abilities most demanded in today’s society: oral and written communication, critical thinking, problem solving, technology, and global awareness. The Liberal Arts online program offers you the flexibility to choose courses that meet your interests and professional goals, To complete this program, you will choose courses in three of the following “core areas” outlined below. As an online student in the Liberal Arts program, you will work with your online advisor to create a degree plan and course of study.
Students in the online degree completion program must meet Kentucky Wesleyan College requirements to graduate.
Specific Requirements for the Bachelor of Science in General Studies
- Three core areas must be selected from the following: Behavioral Studies, Business Studies, English, Humanities, and Social Sciences.
- A minimum of 15 credit hours must be taken in each core area, of which six credit hours must be 300 or 400 level courses.
- No more than six courses may be taken from any core area to count for that core area.
- The remaining 33 credit course hours may be chosen from any core area. A minimum of 15 of these 33 credit hours must be 300 or 400 level courses.
- Supporting Requirements Must complete proficiency in a foreign language, either by completing six hours of foreign language or through receiving CLEP test credit.
Learning Outcomes
- Students will demonstrate competency in communication through the completion of a major writing assignment requiring the use of citations, stylistic conventions, and methodologies.
- Students will apply critical thinking skills to problems, interpret issues, and build tolerance for multiple perspectives.
- Students will apply analytical reasoning skills to create novel solutions to problems using a multidisciplinary approach.
- Students will demonstrate an ability to understand and make use of multiple disciplinary research theories, tools, and techniques.
- Students will be competent to enter postgraduate training (professional or academic) and/or work environments that are relevant to the discipline.
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Art 54 Semester Credit Hours
Liberals Arts Core Areas: Student choses three core areas of study 45 Credit Hours
(Actual courses depend upon transferred courses and courses scheduled.)
Behavioral Studies (15 hours – 6 hours must be Upper-Level) See below for examples of potential/suggested courses.
- IDS 202 – Statistics in Behavioral Sciences (3)
- PSY 101 – Introduction to Psychology (3)
- PSY 201 – Human Development (3)
- PSY 301 – Personality Theories (3)
- PSY 306 – Abnormal Psychology (3)
- PSY 307 – Learning Theories (3)
- PSY 313 – Cognitive Psychology (3)
- PSY 325 – Adolescent Psychology (3)
- PSY 403 – Senior Seminar (Capstone) (3)
Business Studies (15 hours – 6 hours must be Upper-Level) See below for examples of potential/suggested courses.
- ACCT 211 – Principles of Accounting I (3)
- ACCT 212 – Principles of Accounting II (3)
- BA 101 – Introduction to Business (3)
- BA 261 – Principles of Marketing (3)
- BA 325 – Business Law (3)
- BA 341 – Principles of Financial Management (3)
- BA 345 – Business and Professional Writing (3)
- BA 357 – Management Information Systems (3)
- BA/ECON 359 – Managerial Statistics (3)
- ECON 231 – Principles of Microeconomics (3)
- ECON 232 – Principles of Macroeconomics (3)
English (15 hours – 6 hours must be Upper-Level) See below for examples of potential/suggested courses.
- ENGL 200 – Approaching Literature (3)
- ENGL 204 – Creative Writing Survey (3)
- ENGL 206 – American Literature Survey (3)
- ENGL 230 – Readings in World Literature (3)
- ENGL 303 – Topics Literature (3)
- ENGL 416 – Modern and Postmodern Literature (3)
Humanities (15 hours – 6 hours must be Upper-Level) See below for examples of potential/suggested courses.
- ART 100 – Art Survey (3)
- ART 384 – Art History: Modern Art (3)
- BA 360 – International Business (3)
- ENGL 230 – Readings in World Literature (3)
- PHIL 100 – Introduction to Philosophy (3)
- PHIL 301 – Introduction to Ethics (3)
- REL 100 – Introduction to Religion (3)
- REL 102 – Survey of Christian Traditions (3)
- REL 343 – Abrahamic Faiths (3)
- REL 344 – Eastern Religious Traditions (3)
- THEA 120 – Introduction to Theatre (3)
- THEA 325 – History of Theatre (3)
Social Sciences (15 hours – 6 hours must be Upper-Level) See below for examples of potential/suggested courses.
- CJC 100 – Introduction to Criminal Justice (3)
- CJC 210 – Criminal Investigation (3)
- CJC 310 – Critical Issues in Policing (3)
- CJC 344 – Minority Relations (3) (cross listed as SOC 308)
- ECON 231 – Principles of Microeconomics (3)
- ECON 232 – Principles of Macroeconomics (3)
- GEOG 101 – Introduction to Human Geography (3)
- HIST 111 – Survey of American History I (3)
- HIST 112 – Survey of American History II (3)
- HIST 334 – History of Europe: 1900-1945 (3)
- HIST 335 – History of Europe: 1945-present (3)
- POLS 101 – American National Government (3)
- SOC 100 – Principles of Sociology (3)
Supporting Requirements
Must complete intermediate proficiency in foreign language, either by completing six hours of foreign language or
Through receiving CLEP test credit.
Capstone Learning Requirement (3 credit hours, chosen from one of the core areas)
- BA 406 – Business Strategy and Value Creation (3)
- ENGL 440 – Senior Seminar in Literature (Capstone) (3)
- IDS 402 – Senior Paper in Interdisciplinary Studies (Capstone) (3)
- PSY 403 – Senior Seminar in Psychology (Capstone) (3)
Political Science #
The program in Political Science offers an approach to liberal arts education which promotes excellence in both the humanistic and scientific methodologies of our field. Students will engage with the great political scholars and questions of the ancient, modern, American, and contemporary world in pursuit of the knowledge required for prudent, moderate, and just citizenship. Students will acquire advanced knowledge of the major subfields of American Politics, International Relations, Comparative Politics, and Political Theory, concomitantly developing their professional and research capacities. All courses in political science will prepare students for a lifetime of accomplishment in a wide range of vocations by emphasizing the ability to think well and clearly articulate complex ideas. Writing, which is a sophisticated form of thinking, is emphasized in each course, with the goal of incrementally improving student ability and monitoring student progress. Graduates will be exceptionally well prepared for post-graduate study in Political Science, Public Administration/Policy, Law School, or a wide range of careers in public affairs.
A Bachelor of Arts in Political Science is available for students seeking to double major or who wish to explore cross-curricular programs of study in other, related fields. A minor is available, and coursework will stress civics education and crucial knowledge of public affairs which will serve all non-majors seeking structure in their free electives.
Stanley Reed Pre-Law and Politics Society
Named after one of Kentucky Wesleyan’s most prestigious alumni, United States Supreme Court Justice Stanley Reed, this club offers all students interested in law and politics opportunities to listen to speakers, discuss relevant topics and debate important controversial issues. Speakers include Kentucky Wesleyan alumni either attending or graduated from law school discussing aspects of law school admissions, legal education and the practice of law. Debates include student contests over campus-related issues each semester. Other debates concerning controversial legal and political issues also are arranged among various community leaders and professionals. Each year there is a trip to the Midwest Political Science Associations’ national meeting in Chicago that is offered to members.
Internship Opportunities
The Political Science program offers several off-campus internship opportunities. When the Kentucky Legislature is in session, junior or senior students can qualify for a legislative internship at Frankfort and receive 12 hours of political science credit. At the local level, Kentucky Wesleyan College places students in internships in the Commonwealth Attorney’s office, local attorney’s offices, public defenders’ offices, and at the Green River Area Development Office.
Bachelor of Arts Degree 39 Semester Credit Hours
Core Requirements
- IDS 202 – Statistics in the Behavioral Sciences (3)
- IDS 203 – Research Methods in Behavioral Sciences (3)
- POLS 101 – American National Government (3)
- POLS 202 – State and Local Government (3)
- POLS 380 or POLS 381 – Survey of Political Thought: Plato to Nietzsche OR Aristotle to Hegel (3)
- POLS 391 or POLS 332 – Comparative Politics OR International Relations (3)
- POLS 400 – Senior Seminar (3)
Electives
- Political Science – Twelve (12) semester credit hours
- History – Six (6) semester credit hours OR 6 hours in the same language or equivalent through CLEP testing
Bachelor of Science Degree 45-46 Semester Credit Hours
Core Requirements
- IDS 202 – Statistics in the Behavioral Sciences (3)
- IDS 203 – Research Methods in Behavioral Sciences (3)
- POLS 101 – American National Government (3)
- POLS 202 – State and Local Government (3)
- POLS 380 or POLS 381 – Survey of Political Thought: Plato to Nietzsche OR Aristotle to Hegel (3)
- POLS 391 or POLS 332 – Comparative Politics OR International Relations (3)
- POLS 400 – Senior Seminar (3)
Electives
- Political Science – Twelve (12) semester credit hours
- History – Six (6) semester credit hours
Supporting Requirements
- ECON 231 – Principles of Microeconomics (3)
- ECON 232 – Principles of Macroeconomics (3)
Political Science Minor 18 Semester Credit Hours
Requirements for a Political Science Minor:
- 18 semester credit hours of electives from POLS.
Psychology Online Degree Completion Program #
The Bachelor of Science in Psychology online degree completion program provides students with knowledge about human behavior that is invaluable in any career. Students learn about aspects of themselves and others such as personality, perception, emotion, motivation, thought processes, child development, and psychological disorders. The psychology major provides students with an excellent background for applying to graduate school in psychology and ultimately becoming a practicing psychologist. A bachelor’s degree in psychology is also good preparation for careers in fields such as business, law, and social work.
Offerings include a Bachelor of Science degree and a minor in Psychology.
Psychology Major Requirements 39 Semester Credit Hours
Core Requirements
- IDS 202 – Statistics in the Behavioral Sciences (3)
- IDS 203 – Research Methods in Behavioral Sciences (3)
- PSY 101 – Introduction to Psychology (3)
- PSY 403 – Senior Seminar in Psychology (3)
Must take two (2) of the following Group A content courses:
- PSY 305 – Physiological Psychology (3)
- PSY 307 – Learning Theories (3)
- PSY 310 – Sensation and Perception (3)
- PSY 313 – Cognitive Psychology (3)
Must take two (2) of the following Group B content courses:
- PSY 201 – Human Development (3)
- PSY 301 – Personality Theories (3)
- PSY 303 – Social Psychology (3)
- PSY 306 – Abnormal Psychology (3)
Must take fifteen (15) additional hours of Upper-Level electives from PSY.
Courses that satisfy the elective requirement include any Psychology course listed in this Academic Bulletin that is not taken to fulfill another requirement. For example, if a student takes three (3) of the courses listed under Group B “content courses,” two (2) will be counted as Group B content and one (1) can be counted as an elective. See the list of Psychology courses under “Course Descriptions” for other possible electives.
Psychology Minor 21 Semester Credit Hours
Core Requirement 3 Semester Credit Hours
- PSY 101 – Introduction to Psychology (3)
Must take one (1) of the following Group A content courses:
- PSY 305 – Physiological Psychology (3)
- PSY 307 – Learning Theories (3)
- PSY 310 – Sensation and Perception (3)
- PSY 313 – Cognitive Psychology (3)
Must take one (1) of the following Group B content courses:
- PSY 201 – Human Development (3)
- PSY 301 – Personality Theories (3)
- PSY 303 – Social Psychology (3)
- PSY 306 – Abnormal Psychology (3)
Must take twelve (12) additional hours of upper-level electives from PSY.
Students in the online degree completion program must meet Kentucky Wesleyan College requirements to graduate.
Religion Online Degree Completion Program #
The Bachelor of Arts in Religion online degree completion program is designed to help meet the increasing demand for qualified and highly skilled professionals in the fields of ministry, nonprofit work, business, journalism, and other related fields, as well as pursuit of further education. The religion program at Kentucky Wesleyan seeks to cultivate an appreciation of religious diversity by familiarizing students with the development, beliefs, and practices of multiple religious traditions. Through the religion program, students employ interdisciplinary resources in order to recognize and engage in the function of religion in history, society, and culture. Because the heritage of Kentucky Wesleyan College is Methodist, we recognize that many of our students come from Christian traditions. At the same time, as a program in a liberal arts setting, the religion program at Kentucky Wesleyan encourages critical thinking and conversation about faith commitments. A course of study in religion develops the skills necessary to analyze and explain arguments about religion and religious positions as well as the skills to construct and present an argument.
Bachelor of Arts in Religion 42 Semester Credit Hours
Core Requirements 21 Semester Credit Hours
- REL 100 – Introduction to Religion (3)
- REL 102 – Survey of Christian Traditions (3)
- REL 343 – Abrahamic Faiths (3)
- REL 344 – Eastern Religious Traditions (3)
- REL 400 – Religion Research (3) (Religion capstone)
- Two (2) Upper-Level Religion (REL) or Christian Ministries (CM) Elective Courses (6)
Philosophy Core Requirements 9 Semester Credit Hours
- Three (3) Philosophy (PHIL) Courses (9)
(Actual courses depend upon transfer courses and courses scheduled)
Supporting Courses 12 Semester Credit Hours
- Two (2) Foreign Language – Biblical or Modern Language (6)
- Two (2) Social Sciences (CJC, IDS, POLS, PSY, SOC) (6)
(beyond those taken for Gen Ed requirement)
Students in the online degree completion program must meet Kentucky Wesleyan College requirements to graduate.