All degree programs require acceptance to Truett McConnell College as either a freshman or transfer student.  Complete the TMC application and submit to:

Office of Admissions
Truett McConnell College
100 Alumni Drive
Cleveland, GA  30518

For more information, please call 1-800-226-8621 or email  admissions@truett.edu



Bachelor of Arts in Business

The Bachelor of Arts in Business is designed for students who wish to prepare themselves for a career in a business profession or in an area where success demands a working knowledge of business principles and practices. Truett-McConnell offers three optional tracks. Students complete core business courses, but also select either Management, Management Accounting or General Business as their concentration. Learning content within these concentrations targets skills needed for employment in envisioned areas of business. See degree requirements for each concentration below.

Management - degree requirements checklist.

Management Accounting - degree requirements checklist.

Sports Management - degree requirements checklist.

General Business - degree requirements checklist.

For information, contact Dr. Janet Forney, chair of the Business Department, at 706-865-2134, ext. 171, or by e-mail jforney@truett.edu.

 

Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies

The Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies is designed for students who wish to prepare themselves for full-time or part-time Christian ministry in any form—i.e., to be pastors, ministers of education, ministers of youth, Christian counselors, missionaries and others. The degree program emphasizes a broad general education foundation followed by classes in biblical studies, biblical languages, theology and practical ministry. Students should expect a rigorous academic environment in which they can mature in their discipleship and scholarship and be prepared to continue their education in seminary or graduate school.

Concentration in Missions - degree requirements checklist.

Concentration in Biblical and Theological Studies - degree requirements checklist.

Concentration in Student Ministry - degree requirements checklist.

  • Application to the bachelor’s degree program may be made upon completion of the curriculum requirements for the Associate in Christian Studies (the first two years of the four-year curriculum).
  • A grade point average of 2.25 or higher on the first two years of college-level work for admission into the third-year level of courses.
For information, contact Dr. Samuel Pelletier, chairman of the Christian Studies Department, at 706.865.2134, ext. 145, or e-mail spelletier@truett.edu
 

Bachelor of Arts in English

The Bachelor of Arts in English is designed for those students who seek to read interpretively, write clearly and think creatively while studying the world’s most beautiful literature. The Bachelor of Arts in English degree is the foundation for advanced study in literature, history, law or any liberal arts discipline.

For degree requirements, see degree requirements checklist.

For information, contact Dr. Constance M. Nunley, chair of the English Department, at 706-865-2134, ext. 171, or by e-mail cnunley@truett.edu.
 
Bachelor of Arts in History

The Bachelor of Arts in History provides an examination of the record of God’s relationship with man and the eternal relevance of God’s work and His Word through the ages. Applying a Christian worldview to the study of the historical narrative, students will learn not only about great men and women and their ideas and the rise and fall of civilizations, but they will also be taught critical thinking skills and research methods, all with an emphasis on strengthening writing proficiency. Moreover, this major field of study will incorporate the Great Books and their authors in each course so that the student will be conversant with those individuals and ideas which have shaped the course of human events. Graduates of the program will be prepared for employment in the areas of teaching, government service or public history. They will also have earned a degree which prepares them well for graduate study in history, political science, public administration, library science or law.

For degree requirements, see degree requirements checklist.

For information, contact Dr. Michael Justus, Chair of Humanities Division, at 706.865.2134, ext. 213, or e-mail mjustus@truett.edu
 
Bachelor of Arts in Humanities

The Bachelor of Arts in Humanities develops in students the fundamental skills upon which all professions are built: reasoning, communication skills, critical thinking, logic and clarity of expression. In today’s world, increasingly employers are hiring college graduates from the liberal arts and humanities because they bring to the employer strong fundamental skills that are sometimes lacking in students who are products of a narrow, single-discipline curriculum.

For degree requirements, see degree requirements checklist.

For information, contact Dr. Michael Justus, chairman of the Humanities Division, at 706.865.2134, ext. 213, or e-mail mjustus@truett.edu
 

Bachelor of Arts in Humanities (Concentration in English)

The Bachelor of Arts in Humanities (Concentration in English) program of study develops in students the fundamental skills upon which all professions are built: reasoning, communication skills, critical thinking, logic and clarity of expression. The strong concentration in English courses provides students additional opportunities to strengthen their communication skills, clarity of expression and critical thinking abilities.

For degree requirements, see degree requirements checklist.

For information, contact Dr. Michael Justus, chairman of the Humanities Division, at 706.865.2134, ext. 213, or e-mail mjustus@truett.edu
 
Bachelor of Arts in Humanities (Concentration in History)

The Bachelor of Arts in Humanities (Concentration in History) program of study develops in students the fundamental skills upon which all professions are built: reasoning, communication skills, critical thinking, logic and clarity of expression. The strong concentration in history courses provides students additional opportunities to strengthen their communication skills, clarity of expression, critical thinking and research abilities. In addition, the concentration produces students who have read and are conversant in a wide range of topics.

For degree requirements, see degree requirements checklist.

For information, contact Dr. Michael Justus, chairman of the Humanities Division, at 706.865.2134, ext. 213, or e-mail mjustus@truett.edu
 

Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies

The Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies is designed for students who would like to explore a variety of career choices in business, education and public service or continue their education through graduate work at the university or seminary level. It allows the student to pursue a program of studies designed by the student and his/her advisor, according to the student’s level of interest in a variety of academic disciplines. Grounded in the Christian world view of the college, the Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies emphasizes a broad learning experience and a wide perspective intended to give the student the opportunity to experience the full spectrum of undergraduate courses of study. Graduates of the program will be conversant in a wide range of disciplines including the arts, sciences and humanities and will be able to think critically and communicate over a broad range of subjects.

For degree requirements, see degree requirements checklist.

For information, contact Dr. Michael Justus, chairman of the Humanities Division, at 706.865.2134, ext. 213, or e-mail mjustus@truett.edu
 

Bachelor of Arts in Music

The Bachelor of Arts in Music is designed for students planning a career in performance or some area of music other than church music. The degree program contains not only a major in a selected area of music but also a strong component of liberal arts courses.

For degree requirements, see degree requirements checklist.

An audition is required for acceptance into the Music Department. For audition forms and requirements, please refer to the Music and Fine Arts Department webpage.

For further information, contact Dr. John L. Davis, chairman of the Division of Music and Fine Arts, at 706.865.2134, ext. 151, or e-mail jldavis@truett.edu

 
Bachelor of Arts in Music (Concentration in Church Music)

The Bachelor of Arts in Music (Concentration in Church Music) is designed to meet the needs of those students who wish to study music for a career in church music. The degree program contains a major in a selected area of music, a strong component of liberal arts courses, and a concentration of courses designed to train students in church music.

For degree requirements, see degree requirements checklist.

An audition is required for acceptance into the Music Department. For audition forms and requirements, please refer to the Music and Fine Arts Department webpage.

For further information, contact Dr. John L. Davis, chairman of the Division of Music and Fine Arts, at 706.865.2134, ext. 151, or e-mail jldavis@truett.edu
 

Bachelor of Arts in Music (Concentration in Contemporary Worship)

The Bachelor of Arts in Music (Concentration in Contemporary Worship) is designed for those students to aspire toward a career in church music in a contemporary worship setting. The degree program contains a major in a selected area of music, a strong component of liberal arts courses, and a concentration of courses which emphasize personal and musical integrity, preparation for worship leadership, technology as a tool of the worship leader and opportunities to lead the campus community in worship.

For degree requirements, see degree requirements checklist.

An audition is required for acceptance into the Music Department. For audition forms and requirements, please refer to the Music and Fine Arts Department webpage.

For further information, contact Dr. John L. Davis, chairman of the Division of Music and Fine Arts, at 706.865.2134, ext. 151, or e-mail jldavis@truett.edu

 
Bachelor of Science in Education (Concentration in Early Childhood Education)

The Bachelor of Science in Education is designed to prepare students to teach at the pre-kindergarten through fifth grade level. The program meets national and state standards for the preparation of elementary school teachers. Students in this program should expect to spend a significant amount of time in classrooms in the area. Admission to this program at the junior level is a separate process from admission to the college and requires a 2.5 GPA, along with testing and other requirements.

For degree requirements, see degree requirements checklist.

Application may be made to the education program only after the student has completed 40 semester hours of college-level work. Go to the Education Department web page for additional requirements and to print the three-page application form.

Complete the form and submit it to:

Dr. Susan Gannaway
Truett-McConnell College
100 Alumni Drive
Cleveland, GA 30528
For information, contact Dr. Susan Gannaway, chair of the Education Department, at 706.865.2134, ext. 188, or e-mail sgannaway@truett.edu
 

Bachelor of Science in Music Education

The Bachelor of Science in Music Education is designed to prepare students for a career teaching instrumental or choral music P-12 in the public schools.  This degree program meets national and state standards for the preparation of public school music teachers.  In addition to the extensive music preparation, significant classroom observation experiences are included in the program, and a significant portion of coursework is devoted to Education courses and preparation.

For degree requirements, see degree requirements checklist.

An audition is required for acceptance into the Music Department. For audition forms and requirements, please refer to the Music and Fine Arts Department webpage.

For further information, contact Dr. John L. Davis, chairman of the Division of Music and Fine Arts, at 706.865.2134, ext. 151, or e-mail jldavis@truett.edu

 

AVAILABLE MINORS

Minor in Christian Studies

The minor in Christian Studies is designed for students in the Bachelor of Arts in Music with a Concentration in Church Music program who wish to expand their understanding of the general topic of Christian Studies The program requires 18 credits.

For degree requirements, see degree requirements checklist
 
Minor in History

The minor in History is designed for students in other academic fields who would like to expand their understanding of the past. This minor requires a minimum of 18 hours in History.

For degree requirements, see degree requirements checklist

 

ASSOCIATES DEGREES

Associate in Arts

This degree is designed for those students who desire a liberal arts based curriculum and wish to pursue a Bachelor of Arts degree at a four-year institution, or who have not yet decided on a specific field of study. By following the program of study outlined, the student earns two years of credit that should closely parallel the first two years of study for either a liberal arts curriculum or a science curriculum at a four-year institution.

For degree requirements, see degree requirements checklist

Associate in Arts (Concentration in Education)

This degree is designed for those students who wish to pursue a degree in teacher education at a four-year institution or to enter the B.S. in Education at Truett. Students in the education program will complete a broad liberal arts core, an introduction to professional education and advisement concerning admission to upper level programs.

For degree requirements, see degree requirements checklist

Associate in Business

This degree is designed for those students who wish to pursue a degree in business administration or a specialized area in business at a four-year institution. By following the program of study outlined, the student should earn two full years of credit toward a bachelor's degree at a senior institution.

For degree requirements, see degree requirements checklist

Associate in Arts in Christian Studies

The Associate in Arts in Christian Studies degree is designed for students who wish to prepare themselves for fulltime or part time church vocational service, and who wish to engage in studies leading to a bachelor’s degree in Christian Studies. The program requires successful completion of 62-63 credits and may be accomplished in two full academic years.

For degree requirements, see degree requirements checklist

Associate in Science

This degree is designed for those students who desire a liberal arts based curriculum and wish to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree with an emphasis in mathematics or in science at a four-year institution. By following the program of study outlined, the student earns two years of credit that should closely parallel the first two years of study for a science curriculum at a four-year institution.

For degree requirements, see degree requirements checklist

Associate in Music

Truett-McConnell College has one of only 20 two-year college music programs in the nation to be accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music and was the only two-year music program in the state to be so accredited. The degree program available for the music student may lead to a variety of Bachelor of Music degrees (performance, education, music therapy, music business, church music, etc.).

For degree requirements, see degree requirements checklist

An audition is required for acceptance into the Music Department. For audition forms and requirements, please refer to the Music and Fine Arts Department webpage.

Associate in General Studies

This degree is designed for those students who do not wish to follow a prescribed program of study. Students, with the close assistance of their faculty advisors, create their own individual plans of study.

For degree requirements, see degree requirements checklist