Herbal Sciences PrerequisitesEntering undergraduates must have at least a 2.25 cumulative GPA with a grade of C or better in all basic proficiency and science requirement courses. Prior to enrolling, students must have completed 90 quarter credits (60 semester credits), including a minimum number of credits in the basic proficiency, science and general education categories. Surplus credits not used to satisfy basic proficiency or science requirements may be applied to the appropriate general education requirements. Note: that students may apply to the program while completing prerequisite course work. Basic Proficiency and Science Requirements | | English literature or composition | 9 quarter credits | General psychology
| 3 quarter credits
| Intermediate algebra*
| 1 course | General chemistry (science major level with lab) | 8 quarter credits | | General biology (with lab) | 4 quarter credits | | Botany** | 3 quarter credits |
*Intermediate algebra is not college level, and the credits taken will not transfer in toward degree completion. ** Beginning fall 2008, Introduction to Botany will be a prerequisite for the herbal sciences program. Introduction to Botany is offered at Bastyr University during the summer quarter and can be completed the summer before entering the program. General Education Requirements | | Natural science and mathematics | 12 quarter credits | | Arts and humanities | 15 quarter credits | | Social sciences | 15 quarter credits | Speech communication or public speaking | 3 quarter credits | | Electives | 18 quarter credits* |
*The number of elective credits may vary depending upon the exact number of quarter credits earned in the other prerequisite categories. Total prerequisite credits must equal at least 90 quarter credits. Undergraduate Transfer Guide
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