Majors, Minors & Departments

The College of Liberal Arts and Science’s thirteen academic departments offer dynamic programs that invite students to pursue their passions and use their curiosity to engage in learning experiences that propel our graduates into meaningful careers. In addition to coursework that helps students develop both broad foundational skills and in-depth disciplinary knowledge, students apply their learning through research opportunities, internships, and other hands-on experiences. We hope you take the time to explore all the different majors, minors, and certificates that our College offers. 

 If you are a current student interested in adding or changing a major, minor, or certificate program, please contact the department directly using the contact info in the dropdowns below.

You can learn more about each of our programs by visiting their program websites or contacting the department directly.

LAS Majors

  • Anthropology
  • Biochemistry
  • Biochemistry: Pharmacy
  • Biology: Allied Health
  • Biology: Molecular/Micro/ Cell
  • Biology: Organismal/Ecology
  • Biology: Pre-Med & Other Health Careers
  • Chemistry
  • Chemistry: Applied
  • Computer Science
  • Criminal Justice
  • Criminal Justice: Paralegal Studies
  • Cyber Security
  • Data Science
  • English
  • English: Paralegal
  • English: Professional Writing
  • Environmental Science: Biology
  • Environmental Science: Chemistry
  • Environmental Science: Geography
  • Environmental Science: Geology
  • Environmental Science: Regenerative Organic Agriculture
  • Game Development
  • General Studies
  • Geography: Environment and Planning
  • Geography: General
  • Geography: Global and Regional Studies
  • Geology
  • History
  • History: Paralegal Studies
  • Information Technology
  • Marine Science: Biology
  • Marine Science: Oceanography
  • Mathematics
  • Philosophy
  • Physics
  • Physics: Astronomy
  • Physics: Engineering
  • Physics: Engineering Physics
  • Physics: Engineering Technology
  • Political Science
  • Political Science: Paralegal Studies
  • Psychology: General
  • Psychology: Paralegal Studies
  • Public Relations
  • Social Work
  • Sociology
  • Sociology- 100% online

LAS Minors

  • Actuarial Science
  • Anthropology
  • Applied Engineering
  • Astronomy
  • Biochemistry
  • Bioethics
  • Biology
  • Case Management
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science
  • Criminal Justice
  • Cultural Geography
  • Data Science
  • Environmental Geography
  • Forensic Studies
  • Game Development
  • Geography
  • Geology
  • German Communication and Culture
  • History
  • Homeland Security
  • Information Technology
  • International Studies
  • Literature
  • Marine Science
  • Mathematics
  • Multicultural Studies in the United States
  • Pennsylvania German Studies
  • Philosophy
  • Physics
  • Planning Geography
  • Political Science
  • Professional Writing
  • Psychology
  • Public Administration
  • Public History, Archives, and Museums
  • Public Relations
  • Social Work
  • Sociology
  • Spanish
  • Spanish for Modern Business
  • Web Development
  • Women's, Gender and Sexuality Studies

Graduate Programs

  • Computer Science: Software Development (MS)
  • Computer Science: Information Technology (MS)
  • Computer Science: Interdisciplinary Experience (MS)
  • Public Administration (MPA)
  • Public Administration Criminal Justice (MPA)
  • Master of Social Work (MSW)
  • Doctor of Social Work (DSW)

Certificates

  • Cyber Security
  • Data Analytics
  • Database Design & Administration
  • Database Design & Implementation
  • Geospatial Information Technology
  • School Social Work
  • Scripting for Data Manipulation
  • Technical Writing

Departments