What is the difference between a major and minor and why is that important?
A major (such as Justice Studies) is typically a culmination of 30-40hrs of specific coursework in a concentrated area. This concentration is in addition to the general education and free elective requirements of most baccalaureate programs. Minors consist of typically 21 hours of coursework in an area that may or may not be specific but rather courses that can be taken at the discretion of the student.
