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The Ursuline College Bachelor of Arts in Humanities online program is an interdisciplinary studies concentration that encourages students to take a broad and integrative view of the arts and the humanities. The curriculum includes the study of art, music, history, philosophy, literature and religion. As components of culture, these studies provide a deeper understanding of the individual and the world. The art of being human/humane is the focus of this major. This focus enhances almost every possible career choice, whether education, business, government, human services, journalism, communication or entertainment. Classes are offered in an asynchronous format and are typically five weeks or 10 weeks.

Ursuline College Accelerated Program (UCAP) Humanities Program Webpage

Jobs and Salary Data

Parallel LCCC Program

Associate of Arts

Program Curriculum Pathway

Course selection/order may vary. All pathways are subject to change. Always review with your LCCC/Partner advisor. Course location is indicated each semester.

Disclaimer: The fluidity of these pathways is acknowledged. At each level, changes are possible as requirements, courses, course numbers, etc. may change. All efforts have been made to confirm the accuracy of the pathway by each institution. Always be aware of the date of review on the document. Always seek the assistance of an Academic Advisor or Counselor. 

Semester One Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)
LCCC CourseCredit HoursPartner Institution Course Equivalency
ENGL 161: College Composition I3EN 123: College Composition
PSYCH 151: Introduction to Psychology
or
SOCY 151: Introduction to Sociology		3PS 101: General Psychology
or
SO 103: Introduction to Sociology
MTHM 168: Statistics3MAT 212: Introduction to Statistics
Elective3Elective
Elective1-3Elective
SDEV 101: Introduction to the LCCC Community1Elective
Semester Credit Hours Total14-16 
Semester Two Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)
LCCC CourseCredit HoursPartner Institution Course Equivalency
ENGL 162: College Composition II3EN 124: College Research
OT36 Natural Science with Lab Course
UC recommend: BIOG 152		4BI 130/L: Human Biology: Birth Through Aging (with Lab)
OT36 Arts & Humanities – Art or Music*
Recommend: ARTS 243G (WO) or MUSC 261G (AM)		3Art or Music Elective
(core requirement)
ARTS 151: Photography I3AR 112: Digital Photography
OT36 Arts & Humanities – English Literature*
Recommend: ENGL 252 (AM)		3English Literature Elective
(core requirement)
Semester Credit Hours Total16 
Semester Three Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)
LCCC CourseCredit HoursPartner Institution Course Equivalency
Elective3Elective
OT36 Social & Behavioral Science – History or Political Science*3History or Political Science Elective
(core requirement)
Elective3Elective
OT36 Natural Science Course3Elective
OT36 Arts & Humanities – Religious Studies
Recommend: RELG 181G (WO) or RELG 261 (AM)		3Religious Studies Elective
(core requirement)
Semester Credit Hours Total15 
Semester Four Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)
LCCC CourseCredit HoursPartner Institution Course Equivalency
OT36 Social & Behavioral Science3
OT36 Elective3
Elective3
Elective3
Elective3
Semester Credit Hours Total15 
LCCC Degree Attainment – Cumulative Total Credit Hours Earned: 60-62

Student will have earned the Lorain County Community College Associate of Arts degree (#8720) at the conclusion of the above curriculum pathway.

Notes:

  • Courses with the (*) notation indicate that with an earned associate degree, student may be waived out of six (6) credit hours in Literature, Art/Music, or History/Political Science as part of Ursuline Core (consult with Ursuline UP representative to discuss).
  • Waiver of two courses may require the student taking six (6) credit hours of elective courses to ensure the student meets the 120 credit hours requirement for Ursuline graduation.
  • Ursuline core requires student take courses that meet a culture designation of American (AM), Western (WE), and World (WO). With earned degree, student may not need to meet all three (student should consult with the Ursuline UP representative to discuss and confirm).
Semester Five Curriculum (Enrolled at Ursuline) [ONLINE]

Partner Institution CourseCredit Hours
UC 201: Identity, Diversity & Community3
EN 256: Rustbelt to Revival: Anisfield Wolf3
Philosophy Elective (300 level or higher)3
Religious Studies Elective (300 level or higher)3
Elective3
Semester Credit Hours Total15
Semester Six Curriculum (Enrolled at Ursuline) [ONLINE]
Partner Institution CourseCredit Hours
Choose from:
EN 303: Creative Writing
EN 341: Magazine Production
EN 370: Journalism
(1 of 2 required for major)		3
PH 260: Bioethics3
History Elective (300 level or higher)3
Elective3
Elective3
Semester Credit Hours Total15
Semester Seven Curriculum (Enrolled at Ursuline) [ONLINE]
Partner Institution CourseCredit Hours
Choose from:
EN 303: Creative Writing
EN 341: Magazine Production
EN 370: Journalism
(2 of 2 required for major – select a different course from semester six)		3
Philosophy Elective (300 level or higher)3
HU 475: Humanities Internship3
Elective3
Elective3
Semester Credit Hours Total15
Semester Eight Curriculum (Enrolled at Ursuline) [ONLINE]
Partner Institution CourseCredit Hours
HU 490: Senior Research Seminar3
UC 401: Capstone Seminar  3
Philosophy, History, Art, English, Religious Studies, or Music Elective (300 level or higher)3
Elective3
Elective3
Semester Credit Hours Total15
Ursuline Degree Attainment – Cumulative Total Credit Hours Earned: 120-122

Student will have earned the Ursuline College Bachelor of Arts in Humanities at the conclusion of the above curriculum pathway.

Notes:

  • Student must complete 50% of their humanities major core at Ursuline (six (6) courses).
  • Student must complete 120 credit hours to earn a degree at Ursuline College (includes transfer credits).
  • A minimum of 30 credit hours must be completed at Ursuline to meet residency requirements for graduation.

Transfer pathway updated 9/27/2023

Admission Requirements

  • Prospective students must meet the Ursuline College Accelerated Program (UCAP) admission standards for transfer students.
  • These recommendations include a minimum of 30 previous college credits from a regionally accredited institution and a cumulative grade-point average (GPA) of 2.5.
  • Students looking to transfer with less than 30 credit hours or lower than a 2.5 GPA can still apply and may qualify for conditional admission.
  • Students may apply at any time as the program does not have any prerequisites, and the program is offered year-round.

Application Procedures

To apply to the Partnership, follow the steps below:

  1. Complete a free online application to UCAP.
  2. Request that all colleges or universities you have attended send official transcripts directly to Ursuline College.
    • Unofficial transcripts are acceptable, with official transcripts required within your first semester of classes if you enroll. An essay (or letter of recommendation) is optional.
  3. Once your materials are in, check your Ursuline email often for a decision.
  4. Once admitted, meet with your Ursuline advisor to schedule classes.
  5. You should attend the virtual new student orientation/info session. 

Submit all college-level transcripts to:
Ursuline College
Admissions Office
2550 Lander Rd.
Pepper Pike, OH 44124

How do I know if I am in the University Partnership?

  • You are following the UP Curriculum Pathway from the associate to the bachelor’s degree.
  • For 2:2 degrees, you have been admitted to the partner institution and have registered for your first classes the upcoming semester, 3rd year of partner classes.  The first day of the 3rd year class, you are officially a UP student.
  • For 3:1 degrees, you are a UP student if you are registered for the 3rd year in either bridgework LCCC classes or UP partner classes. You may not be necessarily admitted with the UP partner just yet.  The first day of the 3rd year of UP or LCCC bridgework class, you are officially a UP student.
  • UP Office will use the email address your partner institution shares with us, which is once a semester, to email out a reminder to you about the UP program supports and services.
  • If you are unsure if you are in the UP, you are welcome to email or call the UP Office to verify your status.

How do I show proof I am a UP student to receive benefits and supports offered at LCCC

  • Go to the Circulation Desk on the 2nd floor of the LCCC Bass Library  (440) 366-4026.
  • Show your class registration for UP classes with the partner institution or LCCC bridgework classes.
  • Bass Library staff will place a color coded sticker on the back of your LCCC or partner institution ID card.  If you have no LCCC or UP ID card, a UP ID card will be issued to you.
  • You will need to get a new sticker (date specific) each semester that you are registered for UP partner classes.
  • An ID card is not required but would be needed if you are seeking benefits and supports at LCCC while in the partnership.
  • Supports and services are for Elyria Campus and the Learning Centers (Community Learning  Center at Lorain High School, Lorain Learning Center at City Center, LCCC Wellington Center, and University Partnership Ridge Campus).

For More Information

Kathleen (Kate) Teichman
Assistant Director, UCAP Admission

(440) 646-8360
(440) 724-2067
Kathleen.Teichman@Ursuline.edu
Phone Appointments and Virtual Appointments are available. 

Ursuline College Accelerated Program (UCAP) Financial Aid Webpage

See the Ursuline College Accelerated Program (UCAP) Academic Calendar for important academic dates and deadlines.  

Ursuline Visit Days

Virtual appointments, phone calls and in-person appointments are available on:

  • September 28, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
  • November 9, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Register to attend Ursuline Visit Days.