Yale University

Yale University requires a minimum of 36 semester courses to graduate with a bachelor's degree.

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. Yale University 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, Yale University does not offer classes during the summer.

NOTE: Around 98% of students who start college at Yale University 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: Yale University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Are Required At Yale University?

Yale University 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 Yale University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Yale University

When choosing a major, Yale University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Yale University.Yale University 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. Yale University false.Yale University 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: Double majoring may require more work but it can provide a unique combination of experience that helps students stand out when looking for a job or applying to a graduate program.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Yale University

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Does Yale University Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

✅ Yale University does offer services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does Yale University Offer Online Classes?

✅ Yale University true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Yale University Offer Credit for AP Classes?

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

Does Yale University Have An Honors Program?

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

Does Yale University Require Internships?

❌ Yale University does not require an internship for any students.

Students can still look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job. While Yale University does not require internships for students of any major, internships are a great way to get work experience, discover career paths that might fit you, or rule out ones that don't.

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Additional Information About Yale University

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Yale University Library

The main library on campus is the Sterling Memorial Library and there are 15 other libraries on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Yale University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time.

Yale University does not have any dual degree programs available for students.

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 Yale University have any ROTC programs?

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

Yale University has an Army ROTC program, an Air Force ROTC program and a Navy 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 Yale University include:

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

•a Navy ROTC branch unit on campus

•an Air Force branch unit on campus

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