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African & African American Studies, Minor
Designed to complement a major field of study, the minor in African and African American Studies helps prepare you for a variety of professional and nonprofit fields.
- Minor
- Minor
- Minor
- Minor
- Humanities
- Languages & Cultures
- Social Sciences
Anthropology & Sociology, BA
In the interdisciplinary anthropology and sociology major, you’ll gain a foundation in both disciplines and study power dynamics related to race, gender, sexuality, economy and the environment.
- Major
- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Humanities
- Social Sciences
Art and Visual Culture Studies, BA
In the art and visual culture studies major, you’ll integrate the fundamentals of art-making with an exploration of art history and visual culture.
- Major
- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Bachelor of Arts
- Art & Design
- Communications, Marketing & Media
- Humanities
Arts Leadership, MFA
The first of its kind on the West Coast, the MFA in arts leadership provides the essential entrepreneurship, social innovation, management, and advocacy skills vital to create change as a leader.
- Master's
- Master of Fine Arts
- Master's
- Master of Fine Arts
- Art & Design
- Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Management
Asian Studies, BA
In the multidisciplinary Asian studies major, you will gain Asian cultural and language skills that prepare you for continued graduate work or Asia-oriented careers in business, education and more.
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- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Humanities
- Languages & Cultures
- Social Sciences
Catholic Studies, Minor
You will engage the wealth and depth of Catholic thought and culture in history and in the contemporary world, and will probe intellectual and ethical issues raised by the dialog of Catholicism.
- Minor
- Minor
- Minor
- Minor
- Humanities
- Social Sciences
Chinese, Minor
Prepare for an international career with a Chinese minor, designed to complement your undergraduate studies in any major.
- Minor
- Minor
- Minor
- Minor
- Humanities
- Languages & Cultures
Communication & Media, BA
As a communication and media major, you will learn the skills and strategies to communicate ethically and effectively in every way—verbally, in writing, visually and digitally.
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- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Communications, Marketing & Media
- Humanities
- Social Sciences
Couples & Family Therapy, MA
Our Commission on the Accreditation of Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE) accredited program prepares you to become a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT).
- Master's
- Master of Arts
- Master's
- Master of Arts
- Behavioral & Mental Health
- Nursing & Health Science
- Social Sciences
Crime Analysis, Certificate
With a Certificate in Crime Analysis, you’ll be prepared to meet the growing demand for criminal justice professionals.
- Professional
- Certificate
- Professional
- Certificate
- Law, Policy & Government
- Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Management
Criminal Justice and Criminology, BA
As a criminal justice major, you’ll study crime and society’s responses to it. Through courses in arts and sciences you'll learn the technical and professional skills to develop your career.
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- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Bachelor of Arts
- Law, Policy & Government
- Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Management
- Social Sciences
Criminal Justice, Joint MA & JD
In the Criminal Justice dual degree program, you can earn both the master’s in criminal justice and JD degrees concurrently.
- Juris Doctor (JD)
- Master's
- Master of Arts, Juris Doctorate
- Juris Doctor (JD)
- Master's
- Master of Arts, Juris Doctorate
- Law, Policy & Government
- Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Management
Criminal Justice, MA
In a top-rated master’s in criminal justice program, you’ll advance your career through a comprehensive, rigorous and analytic study of crime.
- Master's
- Master of Arts
- Master's
- Master of Arts
- Law, Policy & Government
- Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Management
Criminal Justice, Online, MA
In a top-rated online master’s in criminal justice program, you’ll advance your career through a comprehensive, rigorous and analytic study of crime.
- Master's
- Master of Arts
- Master's
- Master of Arts
- Law, Policy & Government
- Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Management
Design, BA
As a design major, you’ll explore typography, digital media, graphic design, web design and more. You’ll combine theory and practice to create cutting-edge concepts that lead to many opportunities.
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- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Bachelor of Arts
- Art & Design
- Communications, Marketing & Media
English, BA & English & Creative Writing, BA
As an English major, you will develop strong writing and reading skills that will help you think critically and create authentically.
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- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Humanities
- Languages & Cultures
Environmental Studies, BA
As an environmental studies major, you’ll learn data analysis tools, critical thinking and communication skills to move our communities toward a more sustainable future.
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- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Environment & Sustainability
- Humanities
- Social Sciences
Ethics, Minor
This minor provides an interdisciplinary study of ethical theories and contemporary issues, offering you the flexibility to choose courses across various fields that align with your interests.
- Minor
- Minor
- Minor
- Minor
- Humanities
Film and Media, BA
As a film and media major, you will develop critical skills in creative production, writing, research and analysis. Through courses, you will prepare yourself for careers in film and media.
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- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
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- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Art & Design
- Communications, Marketing & Media
- Humanities
Forensic Psychology, BA & BS
As a Forensic Psychology major, you will learn to apply behavioral sciences to matters of the law, allowing you to succeed in numerous criminal justice careers and graduate programs.
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- Bachelor of Science
- Major
- Bachelor of Science
- Behavioral & Mental Health
- Law, Policy & Government
Forensic Science, BS
In this major, you will learn to apply natural, physical, and behavior sciences to the criminal justice field, allowing you to pursue a career as a forensic scientist or continue to graduate school.
- Major
- Bachelor of Science
- Major
- Bachelor of Science
- Behavioral & Mental Health
- Law, Policy & Government
French, BA
As a French major, you’ll develop the language and cultural skills to advance your French-focused career and become a multicultural, responsible leader who works to empower diverse peoples.
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- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Humanities
- Languages & Cultures
Fundraising Leadership, Certificate
Ready to move up in your development department or interested in exploring fundraising as a career? The certificate in fundraising leadership helps you hone the essential skills needed to succeed.
- Professional
- Certificate
- Professional
- Certificate
- Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Management
- Nonprofit Service & Community Engagement
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) & Geospatial Technology, Certificate
Open to any undergraduate student interested in gaining proficiency in GIS and geospatial technology. Build valuable skills for many careers including urban planning, public policy and engineering.
- Professional
- Certificate
- Professional
- Certificate
- Science, Technology, Engineering & Math
- Environment & Sustainability
History, BA
As a history major, you will learn the theoretical, methodological and research skills to analyze the past in order to answer the questions that matter today.
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- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Humanities
- Languages & Cultures
- Social Sciences
Humanities for Teaching, BA
In the Humanities for Teaching major and specialization, you’ll take humanities classes and specialized teaching classes, as well as classes in the discipline you want to teach.
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- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Bachelor of Arts
- Education
- Humanities
Humanities, BA
With a major in humanities, you’ll learn from local, national and global voices to explore major themes of meaning, justice and identity.
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- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Bachelor of Arts
- Humanities
- Languages & Cultures
Interdisciplinary Arts, Arts Leadership, BA
With an interdisciplinary arts major in arts leadership, you’ll gain the essential entrepreneurship, social justice, and advocacy skills necessary to create change as a global leader.
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- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Art & Design
- Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Management
Interdisciplinary Arts, Music, BA
With an interdisciplinary arts major in music, you’ll build a solid musical foundation of fundamentals, history, theory, ear training and performance.
- Major
- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Bachelor of Arts
- Art & Design
- Performing Arts, Entertainment & Sports
Interdisciplinary Arts, Photography, BA
With an interdisciplinary arts major in photography, you’ll build a solid foundation of fundamentals, history, theory and composition and explore connections between photography and other art forms.
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- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Bachelor of Arts
- Art & Design
Interdisciplinary Arts, Theatre, BA
With an interdisciplinary arts major in theatre, you will build a solid foundation of theatre-making fundamentals, including performance and design.
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- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Bachelor of Arts
- Art & Design
- Humanities
- Performing Arts, Entertainment & Sports
Interdisciplinary Arts, Visual Art, BA
With an interdisciplinary arts major in visual arts, you’ll build a solid foundation of fundamentals, history, theory and composition and explore connections between visual arts and other art forms.
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- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Bachelor of Arts
- Art & Design
- Communications, Marketing & Media
- Humanities
Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies, BA
In the nationally top-ranked interdisciplinary liberal studies major, you’ll choose courses to explore complex real-world issues that interest you.
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- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Bachelor of Arts
- Humanities
- Social Sciences
Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies, Elementary Education, BA
Gain the foundation for elementary education teacher certification in the nationally top-ranked interdisciplinary liberal studies major.
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- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Bachelor of Arts
- Education
- Humanities
- Social Sciences
International Studies, BA
As an international studies major, you’ll gain solid academic foundations in a rigorous, holistic program. Through transformative international experiences you’ll be prepared for a variety of careers
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- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Humanities
- Languages & Cultures
- Law, Policy & Government
- Social Sciences
Japanese, Minor
Add a Japanese minor to your major studies to become a multicultural, responsible leader. Japanese pairs with any major.
- Minor
- Minor
- Minor
- Minor
- Humanities
- Languages & Cultures
Kinesiology, BS
As a kinesiology major, you’ll help people improve their health through exercise. You’ll explore the theory and practice of exercise physiology, biomechanics, motor control and exercise psychology.
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- Bachelor of Science
- Major
- Bachelor of Science
- Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Management
- Nursing & Health Science
- Performing Arts, Entertainment & Sports
- Social Sciences
Kinesiology, MS
The master’s in kinesiology program provides you with an integrated approach to the study of movement.
- Master's
- Master of Science
- Master's
- Master of Science
- Science, Technology, Engineering & Math
Latin America & Latinx Studies, Minor
Become a well-informed leader with a comprehensive understanding of Latin America and its relationship with the United States and other parts of the world.
- Minor
- Minor
- Minor
- Minor
- Humanities
- Languages & Cultures
- Social Sciences
Medieval & Early Modern Studies, Minor
Focus your major studies—art, history, languages, literature, philosophy—on one of the most important historical epochs.
- Minor
- Minor
- Minor
- Minor
- Humanities
- Languages & Cultures
Middle Eastern Studies, Minor
Explore the cultural, historical, and political insights needed to navigate one of the world's most complex and dynamic regions.
- Minor
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- Minor
- Humanities
- Languages & Cultures
Music, Minor
Combine your musical practice with other academic goals by building a foundation of music fundamentals — history, theory and composition.
- Minor
- Minor
- Minor
- Minor
- Art & Design
- Performing Arts, Entertainment & Sports
Nonprofit Leadership, MNPL
In the Master of Nonprofit Leadership, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge, skills needed to navigate the complex landscape of nonprofit organizations, and drive sustainable social impact.
- Master's
- Master of Nonprofit Leadership
- Master's
- Master of Nonprofit Leadership
- Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Management
Philosophy, BA
As a philosophy major, you will reflect on the major questions of human existence as understood through philosophy’s major thinkers.
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- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Humanities
Photography, BFA
In the BFA in photography, you’ll learn many kinds of photographic techniques, explore critical theory and reflect on how your work can respond to contemporary and historic issues of social justice.
- Major
- Bachelor of Fine Arts
- Major
- Bachelor of Fine Arts
- Art & Design
Political Science, BA
As a political science major, you will explore the realities of political behavior at local, state, national and international levels.
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- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Law, Policy & Government
- Social Sciences
Psychology, BA & BS
As a psychology major, you’ll explore the many aspects of psychological life using reflective and empirical methods in a variety of areas.
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- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science
- Major
- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science
- Behavioral & Mental Health
- Nursing & Health Science
- Social Sciences
Psychology, MA
In the master's psychology program, you’ll develop essential skills for therapeutic work with individuals, families and groups, with clients of diverse ages from diverse backgrounds.
- Master's
- Master of Arts
- Master's
- Master of Arts
- Behavioral & Mental Health
Public Administration, Certificate
You’ll gain critical thinking, analysis, administration, management, policy and research knowledge and skills to advance your public service career in government or not-for-profit sector.
- Professional
- Certificate
- Professional
- Certificate
Public Administration, Joint MPA & JD
In the MPA JD dual degree program, you can earn both the master’s of public administration and JD degrees concurrently.
- Juris Doctor (JD)
- Master's
- Master of Public Affairs, Juris Doctorate
- Juris Doctor (JD)
- Master's
- Master of Public Affairs, Juris Doctorate
Public Administration, MPA
In the Master of Public Administration, you’ll gain critical thinking, analysis, administration, management, policy and research knowledge and skills to advance your public service career.
- Master's
- Master of Public Administration
- Master's
- Master of Public Administration
- Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Management
Public Affairs, BA
In the public affairs major, you will build a solid base in leadership, economics, public policy, management and finance to prepare you to take action for social change.
- Major
- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Law, Policy & Government
- Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Management
- Nonprofit Service & Community Engagement
- Social Sciences
Social Work, BSW
In the Bachelor of Social Work program, you’ll be prepared for social work careers through rigorous, social justice informed coursework, hands-on learning and a 450-hour field practicum.
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- Minor
- Bachelor of Social Work
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- Minor
- Bachelor of Social Work
- Behavioral & Mental Health
- Nonprofit Service & Community Engagement
- Nursing & Health Science
- Social Sciences
Social Work, MSW
Grounded in social justice and anti-oppressive practices, you will gain the academic knowledge and clinical skills to become competent and effective clinical social workers in various settings.
- Master's
- Master of Social Work
- Master's
- Master of Social Work
- Behavioral & Mental Health
Spanish, BA
As a Spanish major, you’ll learn the Spanish language and explore the traditions, arts and culture of Spanish-speaking countries.
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- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Humanities
- Languages & Cultures
Theatre, BA
As a theatre major, you will receive a rigorous education that includes acting, directing, design, and history. With your strong theatre training, you will be prepared to enter the theatre community.
- Major
- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Humanities
- Performing Arts, Entertainment & Sports
Theology & Religious Studies, BA
As a theology and religious studies major, you’ll explore multiple aspects of religion, including ethics, spirituality and sacred texts. You’ll be prepared for work in a variety of careers.
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- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Humanities
Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies, BA
The women, gender and sexuality studies major provides an in-depth and holistic approach to studying gender, sexuality, and the diversity of women’s lived experiences in the United States and abroad.
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- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Major
- Minor
- Bachelor of Arts
- Humanities
- Social Sciences
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