1. Submission of official college transcripts that record completion of a college level composition course, or
2. Submission of SAT or ACT scores, taken within the past five years, at the following levels
   • ACT    Verbal 19
   • SAT taken on or after April 1, 1995   Verbal 480
   • SAT taken on or after March 1, 2005   Critical reading 480, or
3. Successful completion of the COMPASS English placement test for ENG 111, with a satisfactory score on the reading test. Students with deficiencies in reading or writing may require developmental studies to be commenced during their first semester of enrollment, and completed sequentially every subsequent semester until all developmental requirements are satisfied.

Students who earn a final grade lower than "C" in any HRI course must obtain permission from their advisor to continue the major in Hospitality Management. Students will normally be required to repeat courses in their major when grades lower than "C" are earned. Exceptions must be approved in writing by the program head.

The competency-based nature of the curriculum allows students with previous educational studies or training experience to be evaluated for advanced standing. Students who believe they are eligible for such consideration are required to meet with their advisor to discuss eligibility for evaluation and possible advanced standing.

The purpose of the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree curriculum is to prepare students for immediate employment upon graduation. Four-year college and university transfer opportunities for Associate of Applied Science degrees, if existing, are usually very specific in nature. Students may, however, substitute some courses in the AAS degree curriculum with courses that generally transfer to senior institutions. Students should consult their advisor at the earliest possible date for further guidance and are advised to get assurances in writing in advance from the institution to which they wish to transfer.

Computer Competency Requirement: Students in this program will meet the college’s computer competency requirement by successfully completing HRI 159.

Curriculum Sequence: The curriculum sequence illustrated below is one example of how courses may be completed. For complete information, visit  this page. 

Faculty provide one-on-one advising to enhance student success.  Students pursuing this certificate must schedule and complete an entry interview with their faculty advisor. Once enrolled, students must meet with their advisor every semester to review their scheduling strategy and status toward graduation.

² A list of approved general education electives (humanities/fine arts, social/behavioral sciences, mathematics, science, and wellness) is provided in the General Education section of the catalog under Curriculum Planning and Design.

3 A list of courses that will satisfy this requirement is available at www.reynolds.edu/hospitality/electives.htm or from the school office.


⁴ Students enrolled in HRI classes involving food laboratory usage will be allowed in laboratories only when wearing the required uniforms and possessing approved tool kits. Uniform specifications may be obtained at www.reynolds.edu/hospitality/uniforms.htm or from program faculty.