Longwood University

Longwood University requires a minimum of 120 credit hours 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. The school accepts and IB credits. Many students like to take classes in the summer, to earn extra credits. However, Longwood University does not offer classes during the summer.

NOTE: Around 65% of students who start college at Longwood University complete all the credits required within six years.

Longwood University offers an orientation program before the start of fall classes to prepare new students for college life.

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

Reminder: Longwood 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 Do I Have To Take At Longwood University?

Longwood 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

Students are not required to take a computer class to graduate.

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

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

Majors at Longwood University

When choosing a major, Longwood University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Longwood University.

Student Designed Majors

Students must choose one of the majors offered by the college. Self-designed majors are not allowed.

Senior Projects

Longwood University does not require a senior project for all students.

Double Majoring at Longwood University

Longwood 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 mean taking more courses, but it can provide a unique combination of experience that helps students stand out when looking for a job or applying to grad school.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Longwood University

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Does Longwood University Offer Learning Disability Services?

✅ Longwood University offers 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 Longwood University Have An Online Program?

✅ Longwood University has distance learning options for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Longwood University Give AP Credit?

❌ Longwood University does not offer credit for Advanced Placement (AP) classes taken during high school.

Does Longwood University Have An Honors Program?

✅ Longwood University offers an honors program for highly-qualified applicants, but does not offer a Freshman Honors College. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Longwood University.

Does Longwood University Require Internships?

✅ Longwood University requires an internship for all students.

Internships are a great way to get work experience, discover career paths that might fit you, or rule out ones that don't. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.

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Additional Information About Longwood University

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Longwood University Library

The main library on campus is the The Janet D. Greenwood Library and there are no other libraries on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Longwood University

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.

Longwood University offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in engineering in partnership with University of Virginia, Old Dominion University and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State 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 Longwood 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.

Longwood University has an Army 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 Longwood University include:

•an ARMY ROTC branch unit on campus

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