These offerings provide students with the opportunity to do guided research in the areas of economics, history, and political science or the behavioral sciences. Students work under the guidance of a selected instructor from the department of Social and Behavioral Sciences with the written approval of the department chairperson. Emphasis is on helping students develop a sense of initiative and self-direction while working in a chosen area. Students may repeat Independent Study in the Social Sciences only once. The College's repeat course policy as outlined in this Catalog does not apply to these offerings. Prerequisite: Open only to students with sophomore standing.