The minor in urban and suburban studies (USST) provides students with the opportunity to work at the intersection of the local, the regional, and the global. There are three broad foci for the minor--the environment, culture, and the economy. Students who envisage a career in the Baltimore-Washington Metropolitan Area in the professions, in local or regional government, or in non-profit organizations are offered a solid background to the region. This will serve as a valuable complement to their major area of study.
Degree Requirements (Catalog Year 2012-2013)
In addition to meeting the following requirements for this minor, students must meet the university requirements for all minors.
Students pursuing this minor must complete a minimum of 18 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.00.
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Three core courses (9 credits): USST 301, 390, 401
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Three elective courses (9 credits) chosen from a list of approved electives, which must be selected from more than one of the following categories: environment and culture, government and policy, and economy. Consult the director for a list of approved courses in each category.
Total: 18 credits
Requirements may be different for earlier catalog years. See the University Catalog archives.