The Appalachian Studies minor is an 18-hour, interdisciplinary program for students who would like to gain a greater appreciation for and understanding of the Appalachian region. Students are required to take courses in at least two different departments.

The minor requires a core of six credit hours and 12 credit hours of guided electives, which allow students to focus on their personal interests. Students are required to select the guided electives in consultation with the Appalachian Studies advisor and are encouraged to design a thematic course grouping (sample groupings are listed below). No more than three credit hours taken as part of the Appalachian Studies minor may be counted toward a major in any field.

Students wishing to explore the Scottish and Irish heritage of the Appalachian region should consult with Dr. Tess Lloyd, Director of Appalachia, Scottish, and Irish Studies, and enroll in Scots-Irish in Appalachia (APST 4237/5237) and Appalachian in Scotland (APST 4337/5337), which are offered for three or six hours credit and can be included in the guided electives.