African American Studies
Department of Gender & Race Studies
ba minorExamine issues of race and gender in depth in a region rich with history. Conduct and present original research on under-studied topics while serving surrounding communities within Alabama’s Black Belt.
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American Studies
Department of American Studies
ba minor MAStudy the full scope of American culture — including music, movies, literature, art, history, and politics — in the largest American studies program in the Deep South. Work closely with faculty as you research topics like popular culture, the media, and social activism, and gain firsthand experience through internships and community service.
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Anthropology
Department of Anthropology
ba minor MA PhDExplore human society — from cultural, linguistic, archaeological, and biological perspectives — at the bachelor’s and master’s level. Focus your doctoral studies on biocultural medical anthropology or archaeology of the complex societies of the Americas. Study under top-ranked professors and work with UA’s museums, including Moundville Archaeological Park, one of the nation’s premiere Native American Heritage sites.
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Art (Studio)
Department of Art & Art History
ba bfa minor MA MFAJoin a community of artists that encourages creative thinking, innovation, and intellectual inquiry. Choose a concentration in drawing, painting, photography, ceramics, digital media (undergrad only), printmaking, or sculpture while meeting guest artists and exhibiting your work at local galleries. Become a practicing artist, teacher in higher education, or professional in another art-related field.
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Art History
Department of Art & Art History
ba minor MAStudy the major masterpieces of world art and learn how to distinguish different periods and styles. Explore the legacy of American artists at the Paul R. Jones Museum, home to one of the largest and most comprehensive collections of 20th-century African-American art in the world.
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Asian Studies
Interdisciplinary
minorExplore Asia’s critical role in the world while preparing for a dynamic career in politics, international business, academia, journalism, and more.
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Astronomy
Department of Physics & Astronomy
bs minor MS PhDExplore the universe, from stars and planets to black holes and galaxies. Apply knowledge in physics, computer science, and engineering to big questions about space and the Earth. Study extragalactic astronomy and particle astrophysics alongside internationally recognized faculty — including members of the international team that discovered neutrinos.
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Biochemistry
Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry
bs bch MSC PhDStudy the chemistry of living organisms while working with top-of-the-line equipment in newly renovated research labs. Get involved with faculty research projects on materials science, biomolecular products, green chemistry, and more.
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Biology
Department of Biological Sciences
bs minor MA MS PhDGet hands-on experience studying land, marine, and microscopic life while utilizing UA’s 60-acre arboretum, 480-acre nature preserve and research facility, and Gulf Coast sea lab. Get prepared for careers in research, medicine, education, conservation, and more.
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Blount Liberal Arts Minor
Blount Scholars Program
minor SpecialJoin a community of scholars through the Blount Scholars Program and experience the atmosphere of a small liberal arts college in the midst of a major research university.
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Ceramics
Department of Art & Art History
ba bfa MA MFADiscover what you can make with clay. Master forming techniques, glaze calculations, kiln construction, and kiln-firings all in our large, fully equipped ceramics facility. Our 7,000-square-foot facility is the most advanced in the state, with a digital fabrication laboratory with two clay printers, a complete inventory of clay and glaze materials, and a variety of kilns.
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Chemistry
Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry
bs bch minor MSC PhDStudy general chemistry in our specialized research facilities. Discover the process for scientific inquiry, learn modern laboratory procedures, and get involved in faculty research projects on materials science, biomolecular products, green chemistry and more.
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Chinese
Department of Modern Languages and Classics
minorExpand your career opportunities in business, translation, communication, and international affairs. Study abroad in one of the oldest and most populous countries in the world.
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Civic Engagement and Leadership
New College
minorDevelop your leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills through this interdisciplinary minor from New College. Choose the general or ROTC track, and focus on an area of interest, such as politics, conflict resolution, organizational leadership, or human relations.
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Classical Civilization
Department of Modern Languages & Classics
ba minorLearn to read and translate classical works from Homer through the medieval period. Travel to Greece to learn about Greek history, mythology, and archaeology through the department’s study abroad programs.
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Communicative Disorders
Department of Communicative Disorders
ba minor MSTake the first step in launching a career in speech-language pathology or audiology. Study under the faculty leading one of the best speech pathology graduate programs in the nation.
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Creative Writing
Department of English
minor MFALearn to write fiction, poetry, and non-fiction from faculty leading one of the top 20 creative writing graduate programs in the nation.
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Criminology & Criminal Justice
Department of Criminology & Criminal Justice
ba minor MSStudy crime and law enforcement, and dive into the world of cybercrime with unique internship and research opportunities with local and national law enforcement.
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Cyber Criminology
Department of Criminology & Criminal Justice
minorLearn about cybersecurity, digital forensics, and criminal motivations through courses in criminal justice, psychology, accounting, and management and information systems.
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Dance
Department of Theatre and Dance
ba MFAPerfect your technique and choreography in the 15th-ranked dance program in the country, home of the first American Ballet Theatre Summer Intensive. Help choreograph the student showcase, Dance Alabama!, or participate in the department’s pre-professional company, Alabama Repertory Dance Theatre.
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Digital Media
Department of Art and Art History
ba bfaLaunch your creative career in graphic design or digital art. Learn design principles, tell visual stories, and develop your signature style, all while preparing for careers in advertising, packaging, publishing, branding, and more.
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Digital, Public, and Professional Writing
Department of English
minorGet hands-on experience in public and professional writing and build a flexible toolkit for careers in content strategy, nonprofit and public advocacy, technical writing, and the legal profession.
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Drawing
Department of Art & Art History
ba bfaDevelop your personal drawing style and technique, and learn to express your design perspective through discussion, critique, and collaboration with faculty and other students.
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Economics
Interdisciplinary
baStudy how people and societies use their resources. Learn to interpret data, and develop analytical skills that are useful in a variety of fields, like economics, business, law, public policy, and public administration.
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English
Department of English
ba MA PhDImprove your writing skills as you study classic and modern literature and poetry. Present your writing at international conferences, get published, produce a literary journal, and compete for awards through the award-winning English honor society.
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Environmental Science
Interdisciplinary
bsGain hands-on experience in environmental research and natural resource conservation while preparing for an exciting career in environmental science and management.
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Environmental Studies
Interdisciplinary
minorStudy environmental problems and develop your problem-solving skills through hands-on field experiences and courses in the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences.
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Evolutionary Studies
Department of Anthropology
minorStudy modern evolutionary science with experts in biology, anthropology, psychology, philosophy, history, and geological sciences. Learn about evolutionary principles and the latest discoveries through the popular ALLELE lecture series.
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Foreign Languages and Literature
Department of Modern Languages and Classics
ba MA PhDBecome fluent in any language in the world and explore new places and cultures through study abroad programs in more than 30 countries.
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French
Department of Modern Languages & Classics
ba MA PhDStudy French language and culture at home and abroad through the UA in France program. Teach local elementary school students through the department’s outreach program. Earn a dual major in French and business as you prepare to succeed in a globalized world.
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Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Department of Geography
CertLaunch a career in city and regional planning, emergency management, environmental protection, and more by earning a highly sought-after certificate or minor in geographic information systems (GIS).
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Geography
Department of Geography
ba bs MS PhDLearn to protect natural resources and solve environmental problems. Intern with the Geological Survey of Alabama and local planning agencies and get certified in geographic information systems (GIS).
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Geology
Department of Geological Sciences
ba bs bsg MS PhDMake the world your laboratory as you answer fundamental questions about the origin, development, and future of the Earth. Explore the great outdoors receiving class credit through the department’s field course in the mountains of northern New Mexico. Contribute to dynamic faculty research projects in energy, tectonics, planetary science, and more.
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German
Department of Modern Languages and Classics
ba MAExpand your career opportunities by learning German language, history, and culture. Immerse yourself in the German language through the German House, a living-learning community for German majors. See German automotive engineering technology up close through the student exchange program.
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Global Health
Department of Anthropology
minorLearn to look at health from a community level, taking into account politics, economics, cultures and religions of a population while evaluating health concerns.
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Graphic Design
Department of Art & Art History
ba bfaLearn to create for print and digital applications in advertising, packaging, publishing, branding and more, preparing yourself for a career in an exciting and continually evolving field.
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Greek
Department of Modern Languages and Classics
baRound out your education by studying the literature, history, philosophy, art, and religion of Ancient Greece. Experience Greek history and mythology at sites like the Parthenon, Agamemnon’s palace, Heracles’ birthplace, and Apollo’s oracle through the department’s study abroad programs.
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History
Department of History
ba MA PhDExplore past events and their consequences to find solutions to contemporary problems. Choose an undergraduate concentration in legal history or public history as you prepare for a career in law, museums, government, and more.
Through internships, our students have curated oral history exhibits, helped establish civil rights trials, and more.
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Interdisciplinary Studies
New College
ba bsDesign your own major to complement your future goals. Work closely with faculty advisers to gain the skills and knowledge you’ll need, and feel confident about your decisions every step of the way.
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International Studies
Department of Political Science
baExplore the global community, from politics and the economy to the complex social and intercultural relationships that exist among nations. Experience these issues first-hand by studying abroad.
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Italian
Department of Modern Languages and Classics
baExplore Italian language, literature, film and civilization from the middle ages to contemporary times. Study Italian language and culture through the longstanding UA in Italy program.
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Japanese
Department of Modern Languages and Classics
minorStudy Japanese language and culture through our minor program, and connect with other students through Japanese clubs, such as the weekly Conversation Cafe.
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Judaic Studies
Department of Religious Studies
minorExplore the rich history and practices of Judaism, and learn from renowned scholars through the department’s Aronov Lecture Series.
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Latin
Department of Modern Languages & Classics
baLearn to read, analyze, and discuss Latin, a foundational language for many fields, including law, philosophy, and medicine.
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Latin American, Caribbean, and Latino Studies
Department of Modern Languages & Classics
minorDiscover the vibrant cultures, languages, and traditions of Latin America and the Caribbean through this interdisciplinary minor program.
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Linguistics
Interdisciplinary
minorTake a scientific approach to language, studying sound, meaning, words, and sentences, and learn how these patterns vary over time. Gain valuable insights into the diversity of human languages.
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Marine Science
Department of Biological Sciences
bs minor MSDive into the world of marine science at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab, where you’ll gain hands-on experience in marine geology, marine biology, marine technical methods, oceanography, and more.
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Mathematical Statistics
Department of Mathematics
minorLearn how to analyze and interpret data as you prepare for a career in actuarial science, business analytics, statistics, and other data-related fields.
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Mathematics
Department of Mathematics
bs minor MA PhDStudy pure and applied mathematics, statistics, and math education in a program that’s among the nation’s top producers of female mathematicians.
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Mathematics Education
Department of Mathematics
minorDevelop the skills needed to teach math at the secondary level. Learn about pedagogy and learning theory as you hone your abilities in math.
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Medicine (Interdisciplinary Minor)
McCollough Institute for Pre-Medical Scholars
minor SpecialJoin a small cohort of fellow aspiring physicians in the McCollough Institute for Pre-Medical Scholars. Through the McCollough Program’s interdisciplinary medical studies minor, become part of a living-learning community investigating big picture questions about the art of medicine.
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Medieval & Early Modern European Studies
Interdisciplinary
minorTrace the transformation of society, from politics and law to culture, science, and religion, through the literature, art, history, and theatre of medieval and early modern Europe.
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Microbiology
Department of Biological Sciences
bmb minorResearch microscopic organisms such as bacteria, fungi, and viruses while preparing for a rewarding career in clinical and public health fields, industrial research and development, biotechnology, and more.
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Museum Studies
University of Alabama Museums
CertTake the first step toward a career in museum education, collections management, exhibit planning and development, or museum administration. Study all aspects of museum operations, and gain practical experience through internships with local museums.
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Music
School of Music
ba bm minor MM DMAPerform with renowned choirs, symphonies, and bands while learning from world-class musicians. Newly renovated facilities include a state-of-the-art recording studio and dedicated marching band rehearsal space.
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Music Composition
School of Music
bm MM DMAMaster the art of music composition and hear your work performed on stage. Learn about the latest music technology in our state-of-the-art electronic studio.
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Music Performance
School of Music
bm minor MM DMAStudy with the region’s finest musicians. Perform in instrumental ensembles, orchestras, and bands. Work toward a variety of music professions: soloist, opera and concert vocalist, orchestral and band musician, conductor, chamber musician, recording artist, church musician, and more.
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Music Theory
School of Music
bm MM DMAImmerse yourself in the study of musical structure as you prepare for a career as a full-time musician, licensed music therapist, educator, and other positions within the music industry.
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Music Therapy
School of Music
bmJoin the state’s only music therapy degree program and discover how music engages the brain, enhances learning, and promotes mental and physical wellbeing. Gain hands-on experience through a six-month internship during your senior year.
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Music, Arts Administration Concentration
School of Music
baTake the first step toward a career in arts administration. Learn how to manage concerts, from backstage to the box office. Explore arts development and fundraising, careers in concert and commercial music, and legal issues in the arts, and gain firsthand experience through an internship with a local arts organization.
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Musical Audio Engineering
Interdisciplinary
bsmaeDive into the world of audio engineering. Explore all aspects of studio recording, from the equipment used in the studio and live recording environments to equipment design, maintenance and operations.
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Natural Resources Management
Interdisciplinary
minorStudy the ecological diversity of Alabama and learn to manage and protect natural resources while preparing for a career in land use policy and laws.
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Neuroscience
Department of Psychology
minorStudy the structure and function of the brain and nervous system while preparing for an exciting career in research, medicine, and other health-related disciplines.
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New College
New College
ba bsCreate your own major to craft the perfect academic complement to your future goals. Work closely with faculty advisors to gain the skills and knowledge you’ll need and feel confident about your decisions every step of the way.
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Painting
Department of Art & Art History
ba bfa MA MFATurn your passion for painting into a career in fine art and new media. Explore all aspects of the painting medium in the studio, work alongside distinguished faculty artists, and exhibit your work in the Sella-Granata Art Gallery.
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Philosophy
Department of Philosophy
ba minorExplore life’s ultimate questions, and develop your ability to analyze and understand arguments, think critically, and write precisely. Focus your studies on law, medicine, or the mind as you prepare for graduate or professional school. Hear from leading scholars in the department’s Philosophy Today lecture series.
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Photography
Department of Art & Art History
ba bfa MA MFADevelop your personal vision and gain hands-on experience in the technology, history, aesthetics, and theory of photography. Advance your technical skills in the department’s facilities, which include latest in digital processing and wide-format printing, a traditional darkroom, non-silver and alternative process, a lighting studio and a graduate studio space.
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Physics
Department of Physics & Astronomy
bs minor MS PhDStudy the laws of the universe with internationally recognized faculty — including members of the international team that discovered neutrinos. Conduct groundbreaking research, and find answers to some of the world’s most pressing questions. Investigate the physical nature of the universe, from subatomic elementary particles to the observable universe.
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Political Science
Department of Political Science
ba minor amp MA MPA PhDLaunch a career in public service or law while participating in our award-winning mock trial team, active student government, and internships in our state and nation’s capitals.
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Pre-Health Professions
Pre-Health Program
SpecialBuild a foundation for professional school while majoring in an area of interest. Dedicated advisors help you navigate the requirements and application processes for professional programs in medicine, dentistry, physical and occupational therapy, optometry, pharmacy, veterinary medicine, and more. We connect you with opportunities and coach you to help you find the best program for you, and stand out in a competitive field.
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Pre-Law
Pre-Law Program
SpecialDetermine whether law school is the right path for you, and maximize your chances of success through our program focused on equipping you with opportunities, information, and new skills. Attend law school fairs, take practice LSATs, participate in on-campus interviews, and more.
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Printmaking
Department of Art & Art History
ba bfa MA MFADiscover the various types of printmaking, from traditional processes to new methods. Explore your own ideas in our printmaking facilities, and present your work at exhibits, conferences, and workshops.
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Psychology
Department of Psychology
ba bs MA PhDExplore the complex world of the mind and brain, from thinking and memory to social and abnormal behaviors. Focus your graduate studies on experimental or clinical psychology. Become a skilled researcher and practitioner through classroom discovery, scientific research, and hands-on experience in our training facilities.
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Public Policy
Department of Political Science
minorStudy public policy and learn how you can make a difference in the world. Discover how policy affects all aspects of society, from education and healthcare to technology, law, and international relations.
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Religious Studies
Department of Religious Studies
ba minor MAStudy history and human behavior through the lens of religion. Develop the cultural literacy and critical thinking skills required of 21st-century citizens.
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Russian
Department of Modern Languages and Classics
minorExplore Russian language, culture, folklore, and literature while preparing for a variety of careers, including business, technology, teaching, and translation.
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Sculpture
Department of Art and Art History
ba bfa MA MFAExplore all aspects of three-dimensional problem-solving in the studio and in the department’s metal fabrication shop, foundry, and woodshop. Join the team that built the city’s bicentennial sculptures, and participate in public arts projects all over the state.
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Sociology
Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice
minorDevelop a deep understanding of how the world works, and gain the skills needed to change the world. Sociology offers a foundation for many career fields, including business, government, academia, and community agencies.
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Spanish
Department of Modern Languages & Classics
ba minor MA PhDLearn one of the world’s most-spoken languages, and take advantage of the many opportunities for students, including a study abroad program in Spain and the popular Spanish Outreach Program.
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Student-Designed
New College
minorDesign your own interdisciplinary minor to meet your professional and academic goals.
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Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL)
Department of English
MAStudy applied linguistics and TESOL and join an exciting field with post-graduate opportunities around the world. Explore language and culture, and develop the specialized knowledge, cultural understanding, and teaching skills necessary for a successful career.
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Theatre
Department of Theatre and Dance
ba bfa minor MFAWork with award-winning faculty to bring classic and modern works to life on stage in our on-campus theatres. Travel to New York to perform before casting directors and work alongside professionals on theatrical productions. Our graduates pursue careers in TV and film, with touring companies and cruise lines, and with magazines and studios.
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Women’s Studies
Department of Gender and Race Studies
minor MA CertStudy the role and status of women over time, and examine their achievements and the many forces shaping their lives
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World Literature
Department of English
minorRead across geographic and cultural boundaries. Study and compare the literature of different regions, languages, genres, and traditions.