THE ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Winsford students qualify for the Bachelor of Arts degree by completing a full-time program composed of three levels, or Divisions, of study.  Most students in our accelerated program complete their degrees in two years, plus one work study year as an alumni.

Students complete Division I during their first three semesters.

The first two semesters constitute the First-Year Program, in which students take a First-Year Tutorial with their advisors and complete eight courses, which must include a course in each of the college's five Schools and meet seven Division I learning goals. The third semester involves systematic evaluation and reflection upon their first-year work, with development of a plan for Division II.

In Division II students develop a plan of study for their Concentration, as well as continue other learning endeavors as part of their liberal education. They explore their chosen field or fields of emphasis through an individually designed program of courses, independent work and, often, internships or field studies.

In Division III, or Advanced Studies, students complete a major independent study project centered on a specific topic, question, or idea.