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Undergraduate Majors + Programs
Majors + Programs
With a wide range of options, you can choose the major that will help you achieve your goals. Whatever they are.
What would you do with your degree? Would you take your nursing degree across the globe, battling childhood diseases to areas most in need? Would you take your business degree and create jobs in your hometown? Or would you use your communication degree to create social media campaigns for the American Cancer Society? At ESU your possibilities are limitless. Explore our programs below.
Accounting
Bachelor of Science in Business
Accounting majors are great at numbers, are always in demand and have versatile career options including management, corporate finance, consulting, small business owner, public accountant.
Accounting (Online)
Bachelor of Science in Business
Accounting majors are great at numbers, are always in demand and have versatile career options including management, corporate finance, consulting, small business owner, public accountant.
Accounting Services
Bachelor of Science in Business, Business Administration Concentration
In this program, you will gain in-depth knowledge regarding accounting services in an integrated program of study. With the accounting services concentration, students will be prepared to pursue positions in accounting departments at companies large and small.
Accounting Services (Online)
Bachelor of Science in Business, Business Administration Concentration
In this program, you will gain in-depth knowledge regarding accounting services in an integrated program of study. This program is offered fully online. With the accounting services concentration, students will be prepared to pursue positions in accounting departments at companies large and small.
Application Development
Computer Science Concentration, Bachelor of Science
In this concentration, you’ll learn the latest tools, techniques and programming languages to create applications from design to deployment. With classes that dive into both theoretical and technical knowledge of application development, you’ll leave the program ready for a career developing web applications, mobile applications, gaming applications and cross-platform software.
Applied Criminology (BA)
Bachelor of Arts
Prepare for your career in criminal justice with topics in systemic structures, ethics, advocacy, criminal psychology and more. Six concentrations offer you the opportunity to choose the path best suited to your career goals.
Applied Criminology (BS)
Bachelor of Science
Prepare for your career in criminal justice with topics in systemic structures, ethics, advocacy, criminal psychology and more. Six concentrations offer you the opportunity to choose the path best suited to your career goals.
Applied Criminology Graduate School Preparation (BA)
Bachelor of Arts, Applied Criminology Concentration
Learn essential skills in research, grant writing, methodology, statistics and more to prepare you for further study in the criminology field.
Applied Criminology Graduate School Preparation (BS)
Bachelor of Science, Applied Criminology Concentration
Learn essential skills in research, grant writing, methodology, statistics and more to prepare you for further study in the criminology field.
Applied Sociology (BA)
Bachelor of Arts
Study social theory, religion, popular culture, social stratification and more. Choose from five concentrations to focus your education on the topics that interest you most and prepare you for your future career.
Applied Sociology (BS)
Bachelor of Science
Study social theory, religion, popular culture, social stratification and more. Choose from five concentrations to focus your education on the topics that interest you most and prepare you for your future career.
Applied Sociology Graduate School Preparation (BA)
Applied Sociology Concentration, Bachelor of Arts
Learn essential skills in research, grant writing, methodology, statistics and more to prepare you for further study in the sociology field.
Applied Sociology Graduate School Preparation (BS)
Applied Sociology Concentration, Bachelor of Science
Learn essential skills in research, grant writing, methodology, statistics and more to prepare you for further study in the sociology field.
Art (BA)
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Arts in Art students pursue a well-rounded liberal-arts program of study, and elect a second area of study (for example, marketing, journalism, or public relations) to develop alternate career options. Art majors can become art therapists, teachers, professional studio artists, graphic designers, marketing directors, medical illustrators, gallery assistants and much more.
Art (BFA)
Bachelor of Fine Arts
This program of studies is designed to prepare students to work professionally in an art field or to study at the advanced level at a graduate or professional school. Students complete coursework focused on a concentrated subject area. ESU offers BFA concentrations in the following studio areas: Engraving Arts, Glass Forming, Graphic Design, Painting, and Ceramics.
Art Education (Grades PreK-12)
Bachelor of Science in Education
If you want to teach art in elementary, middle or high school, the teacher education program is available at ESU. The Art Program partners with the department overseeing middle and secondary education. ESU excels in teacher education, as it has for over 125 years.
Biochemistry + Molecular Biology
Bachelor of Science
This interdisciplinary BMB major provides a curriculum designed to prepare students to pursue additional graduate study or employment in fields such as biotechnology, bioengineering, or biomedical research. It also represents an excellent choice of major for preparation for a health-related professional programs such as medical school.
Biology (BA)
Bachelor of Arts
The Bachelor of Arts degree is for students desiring a broad, liberal education. The flexibility of the B.A. Biology major allows students to pursue a specific area of interest within biology or complete pre-requisite requirements for a post-Baccalaureate professional program. The second program of study provides an opportunity for students to design a program of study on the interface of two disciplines.
Biology Education (Teaching)
Bachelor of Science in Education
The secondary education program in The Teachers College works in partnership with the biology department so you will be well-prepared in both biology and teacher education.
Business Administration
Bachelor of Science in Business
Looking for a business degree but wanting flexibility? Stand out to your future employers by showing flexibility with a background in Business Administration from Emporia State. Explore the areas of business you find most interesting with our eight concentrations, while also gaining a solid working knowledge of other areas. This program is offered on campus or fully online.
Business Administration (Online)
Bachelor of Science in Business
The Business Administration online program is designed for students who want the flexibility of online learning. This 4-year fully online program is designed for working adults or for students who can’t fit face-to-face learning into their busy schedules.
Business Data Analytics
Bachelor of Science in Business, Information Systems + Analytics Concentration
In this program you’ll learn how to extract patterns and trends to harness the power of data for business decision-making using statistical methods, modeling, data analysis and more.
Business Information Systems
Bachelor of Science in Business, Information Systems + Analytics Concentration
The business information systems program prepares you for careers in information systems analytics, database architecture, business intelligence analytics, information technology management and more.
Ceramics
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Art Concentration
In the ceramics program, you’ll learn the basics of traditional and non-traditional crafting techniques while getting experience working with a variety of tools, methods and other artists.
Chemistry (BS)
Bachelor of Science
Learn more about the building blocks of life and matter. The chemistry faculty at Emporia State University have a tradition of excellence that will propel you to a successful career. Career options include environmental, pharmaceutical or food laboratories.
Chemistry Education (Grades 6-12)
Bachelor of Science in Education
Gain a deep working knowledge of chemistry paired with award-winning secondary education courses to teach chemistry at the high school level and beyond.
Communication (BA)
Bachelor of Arts
As a communication major you will be an invaluable member of the team. You may go on to a career in corporate communication, marketing, leadership, public relations, human resources, creative directing, lobbying and more.
Communication (BS)
Bachelor of Science
As a communication major you will be an invaluable member of the team. You may go on to a career in corporate communication, marketing, leadership, public relations, human resources, creative directing, lobbying and more.
Computer Science
Bachelor of Science
Computer Science graduates have a unique leg up in our modern society; there are more computing jobs than qualified people to fill them! Such a degree could lead you toward IT consulting, cybersecurity, database administration, multimedia programming, systems analysis, games development…virtually anything!
Correctional Services
Bachelor of Arts, Crime and Delinquency Studies Concentration
The concentration in correctional services will prepare our CDS majors to meet the increasing demand for correctional officers in Kansas and across the country. By completing the concentration, the students will be able to acquire the basic knowledge and skills necessary to effectively and professionally work in prisons, jails, and community corrections programs (parole and probation).
Cybersecurity
Computer Science Concentration, Bachelor of Science
In this program learn the fundamentals of cybersecurity management, gain expertise in network infrastructure, use security incident datasets to analyze and detect threats and get hands-on experience identifying vulnerabilities and securing systems against attacks.
Cybersecurity Analytics
Bachelor of Science in Business, Information Systems + Analytics Concentration
In this program gain skills in collecting, preparing and applying data analytic techniques that detect security threats before they occur. This program prepares you for careers in cybersecurity analytics, forensic analytics, penetration testing, infrastructure analytics, incident response and more.
Data Science
Computer Science Concentration, Bachelor of Science
In this program, you’ll learn how to harness the power of data to solve complex problems. Use data insights to drive decision-making, extract patterns and trends, process and analyze large datasets and apply machine learning algorithms and models.
Earth & Space Science Education (Grades 6-12)
Bachelor of Science in Education
Gain a deep understanding of Earth-Space Science paired with ESU’s renowned secondary education program and become a secondary education teacher.
Ecology and Biodiversity
Bachelor of Science, Biology Concentration
This program is appropriate for students seeking a specialized program of study in ecology and organismal biology. As a biology major at ESU, you will be exposed to the principles which underlie this science of living things.
E-Commerce
Bachelor of Science in Business, Business Administration Concentration
Provides the unique and valuable combination of a business and marketing education with the constantly shifting technology and principles of electronic retailing. The e-commerce concentration combines economic principles with software applications to help you use the Internet to create business opportunities.
Elementary Education
Bachelor of Science in Education
Early in the elementary teacher education program students explore the teaching profession, issues in education, and the nature of children in the classroom through the Introduction to Teaching course. Upon completion of coursework at Emporia State, students receive a Bachelor of Science in Education (BSE) degree.
Elementary Education-Distance Partnership
Bachelor of Science in Education
Emporia State has partnership programs with Butler Community College, Johnson County Community College, and Kansas City Kansas Community College, allowing students to complete the Elementary Education program without relocating.
Elementary Education Online Route
Bachelor of Science
The elementary education online route allows students to participate in Emporia State's award-winning elementary education program from a location that is convenient for them. The program will culminate with a year-long student teaching internship.
Elementary Education Paraeducator Option
Elementary Education
Students who select the paraeducator option are employed by a school district as a paraeducator while simultaneously completing courses online or in the evenings. With this option, duties as a school district employee earn credit toward the elementary education degree.
Emerging Technology and Society (BA)
Bachelor of Arts, Communication Concentration
In this concentration, you will focus on the now, the emerging and the upcoming so that you can be prepared for what’s next. This concentration will take a deep dive into topics in communication and technology, including ethics, user experience, innovation and collaboration.
Emerging Technology and Society (BS)
Bachelor of Science, Communication Concentration
You will focus on the now, the emerging and the upcoming so that you can be prepared for what’s next. This concentration will take a deep dive into topics in communication and technology, including ethics, user experience, innovation and collaboration.
English as a Second Language and TESOL Pedagogies
Bachelor of Arts, Languages, Literary Studies and Writing Concentration
Make a difference in the lives of language learners with a concentration in English as a Second Language and TESOL Pedagogies. Study language acquisition theories, teaching methodologies and cultural considerations for effective language instruction.
English Education (Grades 6-12)
Bachelor of Science in Education
A Bachelor of Science in Education with an English teaching field prepares you for a career in junior high and high school teaching. The secondary education program in The Teachers College works in partnership with the English program to prepare you in both language arts content and teacher education.
English Language + Linguistics
Bachelor of Arts, Languages, Literary Studies and Writing Concentration
Dive into the world of language structure, meaning and evolution with a concentration in English Language and Linguistics. This concentration is ideal if you are fascinated by the nuances of linguistic expression and its impact on society.
English Literary Arts and Publishing
Bachelor of Arts, Languages, Literary Studies and Writing Concentration
Aspiring writers, editors and publishing professionals: combine your passion for literature with practical publishing skills. Learn about the editorial process, publication design and the business aspects of the literary world.
English Literature and Culture
Bachelor of Arts, Languages, Literary Studies and Writing Concentration
Immerse yourself in literary works spanning centuries and cultures with a concentration in English Literature and Culture. This concentration is ideal if you seek a profound appreciation for the power of storytelling.
English Teaching-Middle Level Licensure
Bachelor of Science in Education
Gain a deep understanding of English including the written word, language, and literature. This program is paired with ESU’s revered secondary education program and will qualify you to teach at the secondary education level.
English Technical and Professional Writing
Bachelor of Arts, Languages, Literary Studies and Writing Concentration
Hone your writing skills for diverse audiences and purposes with a concentration in English Technical and Professional Writing. Pursue a career in technical writing, content creation, communication strategy and more.
Engraving Arts
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Art Concentration
Using hand fabricated objects, you will go beyond traditional engraving applications. Early courses focus on becoming acclimated with the tools. It is this program's ambition to explore the conceptual as well as the technical side of engraving. This program welcomes all disciplines in an effort to combine techniques. Installation, ceramics, bones, metal, assemblage, printmaking, sculpture, painting, found objects (and more) are all invited into the lab for exploration.
Entrepreneurship
Bachelor of Science in Business, Business Administration Concentration
Provides a tailor-made curriculum to professionals wishing to participate in new or small business ventures. Like any business degree, these programs cover the obvious functions such as accounting, management, and marketing.
Environmental Chemistry
Physical Sciences Concentration, Bachelor of Arts
ESU chemistry offers an American Chemical Society (ACS) certified degree (the best in the nation!) to equip you with an understanding of scientific discovery. Our chemistry program prepares you for advanced study and immediate employment in a variety of laboratories and other options.
Families (BA)
Applied Sociology Concentration, Bachelor of Arts
Gain the skills needed to positively affect the health and welfare of families. Learn how societal problems and family structures affect wellness to prepare for a career working with families and intimate relationships.
Families (BS)
Applied Sociology Concentration, Bachelor of Science
Gain the skills needed to positively affect the health and welfare of families. Learn how societal problems and family structures affect wellness to prepare for a career working with families and intimate relationships.
Financial Services
Bachelor of Science in Business, Business Administration Concentration
Provides students with the opportunity to have some breadth in business but concentrating on financial services. For students interested in advancing your current career in financial services or in working at a management level with a financial focus.
Financial Services (Online)
Bachelor of Science in Business, Business Administration Concentration
Provides students with the opportunity to have some breadth in business but concentrating on financial services. For students interested in advancing your current career in financial services or in working at a management level with a financial focus.
Fisheries and Wildlife
Bachelor of Science, Biology Concentration
With a long history of excellence in fisheries & wildlife biology, natural history, ecology, and organismal biology, including the study of fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds, mammals, plants, and invertebrates, we offer outstanding opportunities for students to specialize in fisheries & wildlife, natural resource management, and wildlife law enforcement. ESU Fisheries & Wildlife Track students conduct research in fisheries and wildlife topics and train for careers in natural resources conservation.
General Studies
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies
This program is designed specifically for students who have completed a significant amount of college credit with a desire to finish their Bachelor's degrees for job advancement, continued studies, or personal satisfaction. In this flexible on-campus or online program, you take the classes you are interested in and expand your knowledge in multiple areas of study while completing your degree requirements in a timely fashion.
Glass Forming
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Art Concentration
This program is designed to prepare students to work professionally the glass forming field or to study at the advanced level at a graduate or professional school. ESU has a dedicated glass studio available for student use and brings in multiple visiting artists each year for students to work with. In addition, the Glass Guild Blowout is hosted on campus every year, which brings in visiting artists and the public.
Graphic Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Art Concentration
Students are prepared for the field of graphic design through courses covering print and digital delivery methods. Emphasis is placed on the development of a strong technical foundation as well as developing an individual visual vocabulary to solve real-world design challenges.
Healthcare
Bachelor of Science, Biology Concentration
This program of study is most appropriate for students wishing to prepare for careers in the health-related professions (e.g. medicine, dentistry, optometry, medical technology, pharmacy, physical therapy, physician’s assistant or veterinary medicine). These programs will require post-baccalaureate training at another institution. The Healthcare Concentration will provide the necessary pre-requisites for acceptance into these schools.
Health & Human Performance
Bachelor of Science
This degree prepares you for positions in corporate health, strength & conditioning, personal training, public administration and related areas. Graduates can assume leadership roles in designing, implementing, and evaluating health promotion campaigns. Career options also exist in corporate, clinical/medical, not-for-profit organizations, commercial/private settings and academic institutions. This is also a pre-professional preparation field for physical therapy, occupational therapy, and chiropractic care.
Health + Physical Education
Bachelor of Science in Education
Health education teachers are instrumental in the well-being and healthy development of today’s youth. This program will prepare you to teach Health + Physical Education in schools from kindergarten all the way through high school.
History + Government
Bachelor of Science
Get a well-rounded education in three main topics, then add in electives for the areas that interest you most:
American history and government, where you’ll focus on U.S. history including the presidency, U.S. constitution and politics; World history and government, with classes in European history, medieval history, politics of Asia and comparative government; and Ideas and institutions, where you’ll explore different areas including political parties and constitutional law.
Human Resource Management
Bachelor of Science in Business, Business Administration Concentration
Develops further insights into human resources functions and outside influences on modern business such as economic, social, and legal issues. Students may obtain a more strategic understanding of workforce planning and development, training, compensations and benefits, global human resource management, employee health and safety, and labor law.
Information Systems + Analytics
Bachelor of Science in Business
Information Systems & Analytics graduates design, integrate, and select solutions for storing and securing data and delivering information, analytics, and communication services to address business and societal opportunities. As a result, Information Systems & Analytics majors develop a foundation of technical and business skills to succeed in supporting or managing the interaction of people, processes, and digital technologies in data-driven decision-making.
Insurance
Bachelor of Science in Business, Business Administration Concentration
Designed to give students an understanding of core insurance concepts and its ever-changing environment. Students will be able to pursue employment in the insurance industry.
Interdisciplinary Studies
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies
The Interdisciplinary Studies major is a flexible program for motivated students looking to engage with their college education on a fundamental level. Interdisciplinary Studies students take courses from multiple areas of study throughout the University and design degrees that fit their individual needs, both academically and professionally.
International Business
Bachelor of Science in Business, Business Administration Concentration
Designed to provide a background in global business. Survival of American companies is dependent on the ability to expand into new markets. An accredited international business concentration prepares students to compete in the global market for careers around the world.
Intersectionality and Identities (BA)
Applied Sociology Concentration, Bachelor of Arts
Dive deep into the social constructions of race, gender, class, personality and the many intersections between to prepare for careers involving justice, equity and inclusion.
Intersectionality and Identities (BS)
Applied Sociology Concentration, Bachelor of Science
Dive deep into the social constructions of race, gender, class, personality and the many intersections between to prepare for careers involving justice, equity and inclusion.
Languages, Literary Studies and Writing
Bachelor of Arts
Study literature and language in English and/or Spanish. Match your interest to one of several concentrations that will professionalize your passion.
Law Enforcement and Corrections (BA)
Bachelor of Arts, Applied Criminology Concentration
Gain skills in ethics, professionalism and critical thinking to prepare for your future law enforcement career.
Law Enforcement and Corrections (BS)
Bachelor of Science, Applied Criminology Concentration
Gain skills in ethics, professionalism and critical thinking to prepare for your future law enforcement career.
Leadership Communication (BA)
Bachelor of Arts, Communication Concentration
This degree prepares you to meet personal and professional goals by acquiring communication competence to lead effectively in politics, law, business, and community. You will examine theories and develops skills that allow you to practice leadership. Course offerings expose you to leadership in diverse settings, group experiences and conflict management.
Leadership Communication (BS)
Bachelor of Science, Communication Concentration
This degree prepares you to meet personal and professional goals by acquiring communication competence to lead effectively in politics, law, business, and community. You will examine theories and develops skills that allow you to practice leadership. Course offerings expose you to leadership in diverse settings, group experiences and conflict management.
Management
Bachelor of Science in Business, Business Administration Concentration
Successful management is one of the most essential elements of an organization, industry, or business, as well as other professional areas. A management concentration can teach you to plan, solve problems, make educated decisions, and be an adaptive leader.
Marketing
Bachelor of Science in Business, Business Administration Concentration
This concentration blends a core business background with both the creative and analytical elements of marketing. This provides a well-rounded approach to content involving the marketing mix, market analysis, marketing research, consumer behavior, promotional strategy, and much more.
Marketing Communication
Bachelor of Science in Business, Business Administration Concentration
This concentration blends a core business background with specific strategies used by a company or individual to reach a desired target market through various types of communication. This provides a well-rounded approach to content involving the marketing mix, market analysis, public relations, sales, promotional strategy, and much more.
Mathematics-BA
Bachelor of Arts
Upon graduation, this student will be extremely well prepared to pursue a graduate degree in mathematics or a related area, or to enter a job situation requiring versatility rather than specialization.
Mathematics-BS
Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science degree with a major in mathematics is recommended for the student desiring considerable specialization in mathematics. Courses selected according to the student's objective will prepare him/her for employment as a mathematician in industry or government, in the fields of science, engineering, computers, statistics, business, economics and actuarial science.
Mathematics Education (Grades 5-8 and Grades 6-12)
Bachelor of Science in Education
The Bachelor of Science in Education-Mathematics allows students to be licensed teachers of mathematics in two grade bands, grades 5-8 and grades 6-12. These programs will prepare students to excel in their teaching career with hands-on learning experiences in and out of the classroom.
Microbial and Cellular Biology
Bachelor of Science, Biology Concentration
This program is appropriate for students seeking a specialized program of study in microbiology and/or cellular biology.
Multilingual Writing + Culture
Bachelor of Arts, Languages, Literary Studies and Writing Concentration
Explore the intersections of language, literature and culture in a multilingual context with a concentration in Multilingual Writing and Culture. This concentration prepares you to navigate the complexities of communication in a globalized world.
Music
Bachelor of Arts
Conservatory quality training for vocal and instrumental music at a public regional university prepares students to teach, perform and enjoy music as a career.
Music Education: Instrumental/Vocal (Grades PreK-12)
Bachelor of Music, Concentration
The Bachelor of Music with a music education concentration prepares the student to teach PreK-12 music. In teaching children and young adults, you teach not only music, but confidence, perseverance and dedication, skills needed for a successful adult life.
Music Performance
Bachelor of Music, Concentration
Concentration in Music Performance is designed for advanced study of primary instrument, along with courses in music history, music theory, and introductory research.
Nursing
Bachelor of Science
Nurses are in high-demand, graduates are eligible to take the national licensure examination for registered nursing (NCLEX-RN) to become registered nurses.
Organizational Communication (BA)
Bachelor of Arts, Communication Concentration
Prepare for careers ranging from the area of human relations to management positions in profit and nonprofit organizations. You'll examine theories and develop communication skills that will enable you to become proficient in accomplishing organizational goals with others.
Organizational Communication (BS)
Bachelor of Science, Communication Concentration
Prepare for careers ranging from the area of human relations to management positions in profit and nonprofit organizations. You'll examine theories and develop communication skills that will enable you to become proficient in accomplishing organizational goals with others. Course offerings expose students to techniques for training and developing employees, methods for managing conflict and strategies for promoting effective communication in organizations.
Painting
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Art Concentration
Students dive deep into researching other painters’ methods and motivations from the past and present, while creating a body of work inspired by historically significant painters. Projects in Painting and Advanced Painting students narrow their focus while working to develop a personal body of work. In addition to the required painting classes, additional classes are occasionally offered to broaden students’ painting experiences including, Figure Painting, Watercolor, Mural Painting, Independent Study in Painting, and Internship in Painting.
Physics Education (Grades 6-12)
Bachelor of Science in Education
Our program is built on a rich heritage of nationally recognized teacher education to prepare chemistry, earth-space science and physics teachers for the 21st century. Our program equips teacher candidates for grades 6-12 to be competitive and marketable to work nationwide and enable them to get a job before they graduate.
Pre-Art Therapy
Pre Professional Program
The Pre-Art Therapy Preparation curriculum track includes a second area of study in psychology. This course of study has been designed to prepare students for admittance to masters graduate programs in Art Therapy.
Pre-Athletic Training
Bachelor of Science
Students in the Pre-Professional Athletic Training track of the Health & Human Performance program will learn valuable hands-on skills and patient care to better prepare them for the professional competencies required as an athletic training student in ESU's MSAT Program.
Pre-Chiropractic Medicine
Pre Professional Program
A Dual Degree Program has been articulated between Emporia State University and Cleveland Chiropractic College, whereby a student takes prescribed courses at ESU, then takes courses for three years at Cleveland. Certain courses are transferred back to ESU, enabling the student to earn a BA degree in Chemistry from ESU and a Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine degree from Cleveland Chiropractic.
Pre-Dentistry
Pre Professional Program
ESU offers a variety of programs that prepare students for dental school. The specific curriculum will be dependent upon the schools of dentistry to which the students may wish to apply.
Pre-Law
Pre Professional Program
Emporia State is the only institution in Kansas that offers senior pre-law students the opportunity to take a special orientation course on what to expect in law school. Emporia State pre-law graduates have been accepted at outstanding law schools throughout the country and are now practicing in a variety of fields as lawyers and judges.
Pre-Medical
Pre Professional Program
Pre-medical students are advised to select a major that best matches their interests and fulfills the entrance requirements for medical school. In addition to a strong GPA in the program of study, students must score well on the nationally administered Medical College Admissions Test.
Pre-Medical Technology
Pre Professional Program
Students interested in careers in medical technology or clinical laboratory science are advised to pursue the Bachelor of Science in Biology with a concentration in Microbial and Cellular Biology or Healthcare. After completing the requirements for this degree the student must apply for admission to an AMA accredited School for clinical training.
Pre-Occupational Therapy
Pre Professional Program
The Bachelor of Science degree in Health & Human Performance is a degree that can equip students with the skills to thrive in many different graduate level professional allied health programs, including occupational therapy.
Pre-Optometry
Pre Professional Program
This program prepares students for optometry school. All students must contact the optometry school of their choice before applying to have the latest prerequisites. Most optometry schools recommend a major in one of the sciences. A major in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology or a major in Biology with a concentration in Healthcare are recommended.
Pre-Pharmacy Program
Pre Professional Program
Under this program, students will receive a BA in Chemistry from Emporia State University and a PharmD from an accredited pharmacy school. The program consists of up to 101 credit hours at ESU pending requirements met by substitutions or demonstrated proficiencies.
Pre-Physical Therapy (Biology)
Pre Professional Program
The physical therapy professional (clinical) training programs at KUMC and WSU are both Doctor of Physical Therapy degree programs. A student must have a bachelor’s degree for admission. Therefore, a student interested in applying to these programs should pursue requirements for a degree at ESU as well as pre-physical therapy course requirements. Students are encouraged to choose a major in Biology with a concentration in Healthcare. The courses are required for admission to professional physical therapy programs at the University of Kansas Medical Center (KUMC) and Wichita State University (WSU).
Pre-Physical Therapy (Health & Human Performance)
Pre Professional Program
Interested in a physical therapy professional (clinical) training program? You must have a bachelor's degree for admission to such a program and Emporia State's Bachelor of Science degree in Health & Human Performance is a degree that can equip you with the skills to thrive in a professional allied health program such as Physical Therapy.
Pre-Veterinary
Pre Professional Program
This pre-professional program prepares students for application to veterinary school.
Psychology (BA)
Bachelor of Arts
The B.A. in Psychology is a good option for candidates who want to explore other disciplines, such as literature, political science, or writing in greater depth. This might be used to ready them for a specialized field such an entry into non-profit work, journalism, social work, or counseling. It also well positions candidates who are striving to be bilingual, which is an area of need in human services work.
Psychology (BS)
Bachelor of Science
The B.S. in Psychology is a good option for candidates who want to emphasize their research and writing skills, or emphasize biology and other science areas. Such candidates often have an eye toward further graduate study in psychology or related disciplines, especially in STEM fields. This degree is often pursued by those who enjoy math and science, and see themselves in an analytical or technical field.
Public Dialogue & Advocacy (BA)
Bachelor of Arts, Communication Concentration
This concentration will enhance your communication skills in order to facilitate public dialogue and advocacy and encourage deliberation on communication challenges facing diverse political, societal and cultural communities. Dealing primarily with communication’s importance to civic and community engagement, this concentration also promotes critical reflection on the communication requirements of a more democratic culture.
Public Dialogue & Advocacy (BS)
Bachelor of Science, Communication Concentration
This concentration will enhance your communication skills in order to facilitate public dialogue and advocacy and encourage deliberation on communication challenges facing diverse political, societal and cultural communities. Dealing primarily with communication’s importance to civic and community engagement, this concentration also promotes critical reflection on the communication requirements of a more democratic culture.
Public Relations (BA)
Bachelor of Arts, Communication Concentration
You will learn to balance communication theory, research, and application to prepare to manage public relations programs of public and private organizations. Course offerings emphasize writing, critical thinking, creative problem solving, plan implementation and evaluation.
Public Relations (BS)
Bachelor of Science, Communication Concentration
You will learn to balance communication theory, research, and application to prepare to manage public relations programs of public and private organizations. Course offerings emphasize writing, critical thinking, creative problem solving, plan implementation and evaluation.
RN to BSN (Nursing)
Nursing Concentration, Bachelor of Science
Featuring online coursework, this ACEN-accredited RN to BSN track within the BSN program teaches you to integrate factual and theoretical knowledge to achieve a higher level of problem-solving while readying you for additional leadership responsibilities and to meet the needs of diverse patient populations.
Rural and Global (BA)
Applied Sociology Concentration, Bachelor of Arts
Explore how influences of culture, religion, globalization and more affect societal development to prepare for careers in societal action agencies, NGOs and government agencies.
Rural and Global (BS)
Applied Sociology Concentration, Bachelor of Science
Explore how influences of culture, religion, globalization and more affect societal development to prepare for careers in societal action agencies, NGOs and government agencies.
Sales Management
Bachelor of Science in Business, Business Administration Concentration
This concentration blends a core business background with a broad perspective and understanding of selling. This approach encompasses consumer behavior, sales management, and persuasion, as well as the overall role of selling in the context of social and economic functions, and its relationship to business strategy.
Science Education (Grades 5-8)
Bachelor of Science in Education
Our program is built on a rich heritage of nationally recognized teacher education to prepare chemistry, earth-space science and physics teachers for the 21st century. Our program offers students a quality preparation in science content, research-based best practices, and effective instructional strategies. Students will be ready to embrace the next generation science standards (NGSS) through clinical teaching and community service.
Secondary Education
Bachelor of Science in Education
Our secondary education program prepares you to teach at the middle and high school levels. As a secondary education student, you first select the teaching field(s) in which you would like to teach. You are then advised by a faculty member in that teaching field/content area(s).
Social Change
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies
Through the coursework for the Social Change major, students will study multiple identities and come to understand how those identities intersect and influence one another.
Social Sciences Education
Bachelor of Science in Education
Gain a deep understanding of various parts of history and social sciences, paired with ESU’s renowned education program to teach history/social studies at the secondary education level (grades 6-12).
Spanish Education (Grades PreK-12)
Bachelor of Science in Education
Paired with ESU’s exceptional teaching preparation program to teach Spanish in grades PreK-12, you'll gain the language skill necessary to teach Spanish.
Spanish Language, Linguistics and Culture
Bachelor of Arts, Languages, Literary Studies and Writing Concentration
Explore linguistic nuances, study literature and deepen your understanding of Spanish-speaking societies with a concentration in Spanish Language, Linguistics and Culture. This program prepares you for careers in bilingualism, cultural exchange and global communication.
Speech & Theatre Education (Grades 6-12)
Bachelor of Science in Education
The Bachelor of Science in Education with a teaching field of Speech and Theatre prepares you to teach speech, theatre, debate, forensics, and radio/television in grades 6-12.
Sport Leadership & Recreation
Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science in Sport Leadership & Recreation is designed to prepare you for a leadership role in sport and recreation industries. The SLR program has courses focused on sport management, event and program design, revenue management, business law, marketing, and sport psychology. With unique practicum and internship experiences, SLR graduates are uniquely qualified for a wide range of careers in the profession.
Statistics
Mathematics Concentration, Bachelor of Science
For any student wanting to enter a career with technology or to pursue graduate studies in statistics, the mathematics major with a concentration in statistics is a perfect foundation.
Systemic Structures (BA)
Bachelor of Arts, Applied Criminology Concentration
Gain understanding in the way issues of race, class and gender lead to discrimination in society and the criminal justice system. This program prepares you to identify, understand and challenge systemic structures in our society’s institutions.
Systemic Structures (BS)
Bachelor of Science, Applied Criminology Concentration
Gain understanding in the way issues of race, class and gender lead to discrimination in society and the criminal justice system. This program prepares you to identify, understand and challenge systemic structures in our society’s institutions.
Theatre-BA
Bachelor of Arts
The degree Bachelor of Arts with a major in Theatre is a rigorous general education experience as well as an introduction to central elements of theatre performance, production, design, and scholarship. Majors are required to contribute to all productions, either as actors or as members of the crew, provided they meet academic eligibility standards as established by the program.
Theatre-BFA
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Students will be prepared to pursue careers in acting, script, costuming and theatre productions. Majors are required to audition for productions and contribute to all productions, either in the cast or on a crew, provided they meet academic eligibility standards as established by the program.
US Latino/Latin American Literary Studies + Culture
Bachelor of Arts, Languages, Literary Studies and Writing Concentration
Delve into the diverse literary traditions and cultural landscapes of Latin America and the United States with a concentration in US Latin/Latin American Literary Studies and Culture.
Victimology (BA)
Bachelor of Arts, Applied Criminology Concentration
Prepare for careers in victim advocacy and understand the ways in which victims are affected by the legal system. The victimology program covers topics of trauma, abuse, maltreatment and neglect.