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.

Tracking Spreadsheet

To view the status of proposals reviewed by the University Core Curriculum Subcommittee, please see spreadsheet below. Please note, "approved" refers to approval by the UCC Subcommittee, but additional steps in the governance process include the Provost and public posting period. The Undergraduate Education Committee will approve the overall University Core Curriculum before it is implemented.

Core Changes AY 24-25.xlsx

Documents for the New University Core Curriculum

Please use the documents below to propose courses for the new UCC to be launched in Fall 2026.

UCC Course Proposal/Revision Cover Sheet 

Instructions for Proposing or Revising UCC Courses

"How to" Videos

How to Propose a Course for the New UCC, Part 1: Develop the Proposal

How to Propose a Course for the New UCC, Part 2: Submit the Proposal

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. If there is a course that is currently part of the UCC that must be revised, please submit a proposal.

2024-2025 University Core Curriculum