Colleges and schools are approved to offer degree programs or oversee degree or non-degree programs approved by the state Coordinating Board of Higher Education. Because the organization of these unit [..]

A primary field of specialized study also referred to as a degree program or major.

An emphasis area or concentration within a specific academic plan.

The MU Faculty has developed a comprehensive program of University general education course work that equips students with the skills, knowledge and foundations in the disciplines required of all info [..]

Students who do not meet requirements for University academic standing requirements are subject to academic action, such as being placed on probation or being declared ineligible to enroll, which is o [..]

The academic organization to which a student applies, is admitted, and ultimately graduates. These will, in most cases, correspond to schools and colleges.

Federal regulations require the University of Missouri to establish, publish, and apply standards of satisfactory academic progress (SAP) for financial aid eligibility.  For detailed criteria, please [..]

For further information see, Academic Policies: Academic Standing.

A course that is focused on the personal practice of the subject matter. Applied courses are typically found in music, art,  and courses preparing for certain vocations.

A method of taking a course in which a student receives no grade or credit. Sometimes referred to as Hearer. See Academic Policies: Auditing a Course(Hearer).