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Introduction to the Individualized Studies Program

The University of Toledo offers an Individualized Studies program, which allows students to design their own bachelor's degree. This program is ideal for students who cannot find a major that fits their academic or career goals.

Benefits of the Individualized Studies Program

• Flexibility: Students can take on-campus, online, or blended classes from any of the university's academic colleges.
• Countless options: The university has a comprehensive course catalog with plenty of minors to make students more marketable.
• Earn a degree faster: Students may be able to apply transfer credits, military credits, and prior-learning credits toward their bachelor's degree.
• Experienced academic advisers: Advisers help design individualized bachelor's degrees and provide a checklist to graduation.
• Support: University undergraduates have access to many resources, including success coaches, online technical support, and more.

Career Opportunities with an Individualized Studies Degree

Individualized Studies prepares students for a variety of work environments, including arts and nonprofit organizations, corporations, government agencies, and more. Students can also earn individualized bachelor's degrees to advance their current careers or as a pathway to graduate school.

Hands-on Learning Opportunities

The university offers various hands-on learning opportunities, including:

• Internships: Students can earn credit for internships and field experiences.
• Research: The university is known for its undergraduate research opportunities, and students can start as early as their freshman year.
• Study Abroad: Students can travel, experience new cultures, and meet new people while earning college credit.
• On-campus and part-time jobs: Students can learn skills, build their resume, and earn money.
• Student organizations: The university has over 400 student organizations that help students make friends, build their resume, network, and have fun.

Tuition and Scholarships

Most new students do not pay full price, and 94% of new students receive scholarships or other state and federal aid. The average cost for full-time students varies by college, program, and other options.

Honors College

The Jesup Scott Honors College offers resources and opportunities for academically gifted students. Honors students take unique classes, complete an Honors thesis or capstone project, and earn the Honors medallion at graduation. The Honors College provides a community of students from all majors on campus, with special academic, cultural, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits of the Honors College

• Unique Honors classes taught by dedicated Honors faculty
• Completion of an Honors thesis or capstone project
• Earning the Honors medallion at graduation
• Exclusive housing in the Honors Academic Village or President's Hall
• Special academic, cultural, and professional development opportunities

Program Details

The Individualized Studies program is a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree that can be completed in 4 years/120 credits. The program allows students to design their own path and take classes from any of the university's academic colleges. Students can also earn credit for relevant volunteer, academic, and work experience.

Admission Requirements

Students can apply to the Individualized Studies program as freshmen, transfers, or adult learners. The university considers various factors, including academic performance, work experience, and volunteer experience, when making admission decisions.

Curriculum

The curriculum for the Individualized Studies program is individualized and designed by the student with the help of an academic adviser. Students can take classes from any of the university's academic colleges and can earn credit for prior learning experiences.

Research Areas

The university offers various research areas, including:

• Arts and humanities
• Social sciences
• Natural sciences
• Engineering
• Business and innovation
• Health and human services

Career Services

The university provides career services, including:

• Internship and job placement assistance
• Resume and cover letter review
• Interview preparation
• Career counseling

Support Services

The university offers various support services, including:

• Academic advising
• Tutoring and mentoring
• Counseling and mental health services
• Disability services
• Student organizations and clubs