Scripps College

Scripps College requires a minimum of 32 courses to complete a bachelor's degree.

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. Scripps College accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Many students like to take classes in the summer, to earn extra credits. However, Scripps College does not offer classes during the summer.

NOTE: Around 84% of students who start college at Scripps College complete all the credits required within six years.

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Academic Options	Yes	No	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	√	–	–
Transfer Credits Accepted	√	–	–
AP Credit Accepted	√	–	–
IB Credits Accepted	√	–	–
Summer Classes Available	–	–	–
New Student Orientation	√	–	–

Reminder: Scripps College may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

What Classes Will I Take At Scripps College?

Scripps College has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement as well as a math and science requirement.

Students do not have to take a computer class.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	Yes
Math	Yes
Science	Yes
Computer	No

Reminder: Check with Scripps College directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Scripps College

When choosing a major, Scripps College students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Scripps College.Scripps College allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. Students are not required to complete a senior project unless it is required for their specific major. Scripps College offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Declaring a double major may mean taking more courses, but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to a graduate program.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Scripps College

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Does Scripps College Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

🟨 Check with Scripps College directly for information on any possible available services for students with disabilities.

Does Scripps College Offer Online Classes?

❌ Scripps College false or fully-online programs, so students must be able to attend classes on-campus.

Does Scripps College Offer Credit for AP Classes?

✅ Scripps College true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Scripps College Have An Honors Program?

🟨 To learn more about any possible honors programs at Scripps College, check with the school directly. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Scripps College.

Does Scripps College Require Internships?

🟨 Scripps College does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.

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Additional Information About Scripps College

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Scripps College Library

The main library on campus is the Denison Library and there is one other library on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Scripps College

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

Scripps College offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in engineering in partnership with Harvey Mudd College and Columbia University

•3-2 dual degree program in business administration with Claremont Graduate University

•Politics and Public Policy, Economics, Philosophy, Religious Studies with Claremont Graduate University

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Scripps College have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every school. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Scripps College has an Army ROTC program and an Air Force ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Scripps College include:

•an Army ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

•an Air Force ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

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