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Humanities

The humanities are academic disciplines that study the way we make sense of and give meaning to our life experiences through the use of language, literature, art, culture and ideas.

books icon English Undergrad | Graduate | Doctorate | Offered Online

Six undergraduate concentrations: African American Literature,
Creative Writing, ESL, Language and Linguistics, Literature, and
Professional Writing
 history Icon History Undergrad | Graduate | Doctorate | Offered Online

Five major focus areas of graduate program: African-American and
Southern History; Egyptology; Global History; Modern European History; and study of Women, Gender, and the Family.
philosophy Icon Philosophy Undergrad | Graduate | Doctorate | Offered Online

Focus on critical thinking, problem solving and an appreciation of
human and cultural heritage. Offers pre-law track.
Foreign Language Icon World Languages and Literatures Undergrad | Graduate

World Languages and Literatures, Chinese, French, German, Italian,
Japanese, Spanish

 

Natural Sciences

Students studying the natural and mathematical sciences are engaged in analyzing, measuring, testing and developing theories and technologies that deepen their understanding and improve the lives of the local and global community.

biology Icon Biological Sciences Undergrad | Graduate | Doctorate
chemistry Icon Chemistry Undergrad | Graduate | Doctorate

Concentrations in chemistry and biochemistry; multiple research lab facilities
computer Icon Computer Science Undergrad | Graduate | Graduate Certificate | Doctorate

Concentrations in general computer science and cybersecurity; take part in major national research opportunities
bioinformatics icon Data Science Graduate

Data Science is one of the most highly sought-after and versatile degrees available. Graduates will be prepared to pursue careers in a wide range of organizations in business, government, biomedical, education, engineering and applied sciences.
earth icon Earth Sciences Undergrad | Graduate | Graduate Certificate | Doctorate

Disciplines of archaeology, geography and geology; Research focus areas include hazards, active tectonics & dynamic geomorphology, geoarchaeology & quaternary studies, hydrology & water resources, spatial & community analysis.
math icon Mathematical Sciences Undergrad | Graduate | Doctorate

Concentrations in applied mathematics, general mathematics, actuarial science. Grad students can work with faculty on research in analysis, applied mathematics, combinatorics, dynamical systems, graph theory, ergodic theory, partial differential equations and applied statistics. 
nurse icon Pre-Health Undergrad

Explore career options in the health industry and review available resources
physics icon Physics and Materials Science Undergrad | Graduate

Concentrations include general physics, applied physics, astronomy, materials science and physics for medical science. Research activities begin as early as freshman year. Masters degrees are offered in general physics, materials science and computational physics.

 

Social Sciences

The social sciences are academic disciplines concerned with the way people behave and relate to one another, both as individuals and members of a group.

SUAPP = School of Urban Affairs & Public Policy - housed within College of Arts & Sciences

anthropology icon Anthropology Undergrad | Graduate | Graduate Certificate | Offered Online

Explore the culture, evolution, behavior, beliefs and social organization of peoples around the world in prehistoric, historic, and contemporary contexts. Concentration in archaeology available.
urban affairs Icon City and Regional Planning

(SUAPP)
Undergrad Concentration | Graduate

Study the origin, evolution, and function of cities and metropolitan areas. Prepare for careers concerned with the physical development of communities, and the interaction of that development with the social, economic, and environmental well-being of communities.
criminal justice Icon Criminology & Criminal Justice

(SUAPP)
Undergrad | Graduate | Offered Online

Study causes of crime, intervention strategies, program evaluation and issues of social justice.
economics Icon Economics Undergrad Minor
political science Icon Political Science Undergrad | Graduate | Dual MA/JD | Offered Online

Gain an understanding in various topics within the political arena, preparing you for a career in business, government, law, or a variety of other jobs that require an understanding of the political world. 
pre-law Icon Pre-Law Undergrad

Interested in going to Law School? Review these resources and consider these degree programs.
nonprofit Icon Public & Nonprofit Administration

(SUAPP)
Undergrad Minors | Graduate | Graduate Certificate

Curriculum focuses on developing critical thinking and analytical skills necessary to effectively manage and lead in today's public and nonprofit sectors.
psychology Icon Psychology Undergrad | Graduate | Doctorate | Offered Online

Masters concentrations in general psychology and educational specialist in school psychology; doctorate concentrations in clinical psychology, expeimental psychology and school psychology.
sociology Icon Sociology Undergrad | Graduate

Sociology is the study of social relations in groups, institutions and organizations, communities, and entire societies.
social work Icon Social Work

(SUAPP)[BROKEN LINK]
Undergrad | Graduate | Graduate Certificate | Offered Online

Two masters specializations: Advanced Practice with Children, Youth, & Families; and Advanced Practice with Adults & Families

Other Programs

Africa icon African and African-American Studies Undergrad | Offered Online

Interdisciplinary approach to the study of African people in Africa and the Diaspora; three areas of activity - curriculum, an annual lecture series, and community outreach
environmental Icon Environmental Studies Undergrad Minor

Interdisciplinary study among diverse course offerings in Anthropology, Architecture, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Economics, Philosophy, Physics, and Political Science.
interdiciplenary Icon Interdisciplinary Studies Undergrad | Graduate Certificates

Explore other options to combine learning from various academic programs. Includes Asian Studies, Emergency Management,  Judaic Studies, Legal Thought and Liberal Arts, Pre-Health Studies and Religious Studies
world Icon International and Global Studies Undergrad Major & Minor

Concentrations in area studies or global studies, including conflict, peace and human rights; global governance and political economy; international development and environmental sustainability; global health and ethics; and global communication, administration and management.
rotc Icon ROTC Aerospace Studies: Air Force ROTC
Military Studies: Army ROTC
Naval Science: Navy ROTC
gender Icon Women's and Gender Studies Undergrad Minor | Graduate Certificate

This minor exposes students to multidisciplinary approaches to the study of the lives of women, with a special focus upon their racial diversity. Students therefore take courses from both the humanities and social sciences, and study issues of racial diversity as well as gender.