Loyola Marymount University

Loyola Marymount University requires at least 120 units to complete a bachelor's degree.

Students can choose the accelarated degree program if they would like to finish all the credits for graduation in less time than normal. LMU accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, LMU has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 79% of students who start college at LMU complete all the credits required within six years.

LMU offers an orientation program before the start of fall classes to prepare new students for college life.

Academic Options	Yes	No
Accelerated Degree Program	√
Transfer Credits Accepted	√
AP Credit Accepted	√
IB Credits Accepted	√
Summer Classes Available	√
New Student Orientation	√

Reminder: LMU may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Do I Have To Take At LMU?

LMU has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are not required to fulfill a language requirement

Students do not have to take a computer class.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	No
Math	true
Science	true
Computer	No

Reminder: Check with LMU directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at LMU

When choosing a major, LMU students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at LMU.

Student Designed Majors

LMU allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative.

Senior Projects

LMU does not require students to complete a senior project.

Double Majoring at LMU

LMU offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may mean taking more courses, but it can provide a unique combination of experience that helps students stand out when looking for a job or applying to grad school.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Loyola Marymount University

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Does LMU Offer Learning Disability Services?

🟨 Check with LMU directly for information on any possible available services for students with disabilities.

Does LMU Have An Online Program?

✅ LMU has distance learning options for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does LMU Give Credit for AP Classes?

✅ LMU offers some credit for Advanced Placement (AP) classes taken in high school. Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does LMU Have An Honors Program?

✅ LMU offers an honors program for highly-qualified applicants. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at LMU.

Does LMU Require Internships?

❌ Students at LMU are not required to complete an internship as a graduation requirement.

Students can still look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job. While LMU does not require internships for students of any major, internships are a great way to get work experience, discover career paths that might fit you, or rule out ones that don't.

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Additional Information About Loyola Marymount University

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Loyola Marymount University Library

The main library on campus is the William H. Hannon Library and there are no other libraries on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at LMU

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

LMU offers these dual degree programs:

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does LMU have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every college. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

LMU has an Army ROTC program and an Air Force ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at LMU include:

•an Army ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

•an Air Force branch unit on campus

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