All UCC proposals are submitted through Watermark Curriculum Strategy (formerly SmartCatalog). Within the Curriculum Strategy course form, answer “yes” to the question “Is this an approved or proposed University Core Curriculum course?” to ensure the proposal routes to the UCC Subcommittee. The UCC cover sheet and syllabus should be attached at the bottom of the form.
Ball State is in the process of implementing a new University Core Curriculum (UCC) planned to launch in Fall 2026. An overview is available on the Office of the Vice Provost for Academic Affairs website.
Documents for the New University Core Curriculum
UCC Course Proposal/Revision Cover Sheet
Instructions for Proposing or Revising UCC Courses
Documents for the Existing University Core Curriculum
Please note, the University Core Curriculum Subcommittee is not accepting proposals for new additions to the existing University Core Curriculum, but the following may be relevant if an existing UCC course must be revised for the 2025-2026 catalog year.
2024-2025 University Core Curriculum
UCC Course Proposal/Revision Cover Sheet (updated October 2022)
Instructions for Proposing or Revising UCC Courses (updated May 2023)
Checklist for UCC Syllabus Review and Assessment Reporting (added October 2023)