University of Oklahoma General Catalog 2016-18
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The University of Oklahoma General Catalog 2016-18 The General Catalog is produced by the University of Oklahoma Office of Academic Publications, a division of Enrollment and Student Financial Services, directed by Matt Hamilton, Registrar and Vice President for Enrollment and Student Financial Services, Norman Campus. This publication is issued by The University of Oklahoma and authorized by The University of Oklahoma Board of Regents. Prospective undergraduate students should contact the Office of Admissions & Recruitment at (405) 325-2151 or 1-800-234-6868, email: [email protected]. Prospective graduate students should request information on specific programs from the Graduate College, 731 Elm Avenue, Room 100, Norman, OK 73019, (405) 325-3811, [email protected]. The General Catalog is published for informational purposes and should not be construed as the basis of a contract between a student and the University of Oklahoma. Every effort is made to provide information that is accurate at the time the Catalog is prepared. However, information concerning regulations, policies, fees, curricula, courses and other matters contained in the Catalog is subject to change at any time during the period for which the Catalog is in effect. The University of Oklahoma reserves the right at all times to discontinue, modify, or otherwise change its degree programs when it determines it is in the best interest of the University to do so. Campus visits are available through the Office of Admissions & Recruitment. To arrange a campus tour, visit Tour Our Campus or call (405) 325- 2151 or toll-free 1-800-234-6868. The mission of the University of Oklahoma is to provide the best possible educational experience for our students through excellence in teaching, research and creative activity, and service to the state and society. See Also Course Catalog Degree Requirement Checksheets The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to: admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to: Bobby J. Mason, University Equal Opportunity Officer and Title IX Coordinator, 405-325-3546, [email protected], or visit the Institutional Equity Office website. Table of Contents Table of Contents ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 3 Message from President Boren ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 5 The Administrators .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6 Welcome! ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 7 How to Use This Catalog/Glossary of Terms .................................................................................................................................................................. 8 What OU is All About ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13 Organization .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 14 Orientation and Advisement ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 19 Career Planning ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 20 The OU Difference ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 23 Programs for Academic Excellence .......................................................................................................................................................................... 23 Special Facilities and Resources ............................................................................................................................................................................... 27 Museums and Collections .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 31 Academic Majors – Undergraduate and Graduate ....................................................................................................................................................... 34 Enrollment and Student Financial Services .................................................................................................................................................................. 39 Admissions & Recruitment ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 39 Office of the Bursar ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 48 Financial Aid Services ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 49 Enrollment Services................................................................................................................................................................................................... 50 Academic Records ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 54 Policies ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 61 Student Affairs ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 63 University College .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 65 College of Architecture ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 68 Division of Architecture ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 72 Haskell and Irene Lemon Construction Science Division ......................................................................................................................................... 75 Program in Environmental Design ............................................................................................................................................................................ 76 Division of Interior Design ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 77 Division of Landscape Architecture .......................................................................................................................................................................... 79 Division of Regional and City Planning ..................................................................................................................................................................... 81 College of Arts and Sciences ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 82 African and African-American Studies ...................................................................................................................................................................... 91 Department of Anthropology 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