This course or its equivalent is required of all students. It entails the study and practice of expository writing and college-level research. The combination of writing and verbal SAT scores may require some students to pass English 090 before entering 103. Students may also demonstrate competency by taking the CLEP exam In English composition. Such examinations must be passed at the 50th percentile. AP test scores may also be considered, by arrangement of the Department chairperson. This course is offered each semester. Students must receive a minimum grade of "C" to fulfill the English Composition requirement