Bethel University (MN)

Accounting and Finance

A rigorous accounting and finance major that meets the 150-credit requirement for CPA licensure in Minnesota, offered by the Department of Business.

Actuarial Science and Finance

The Actuarial Science and Finance degree combines analytical expertise, financial acumen, and strategic decision-making, giving students a deep understanding of risk management, predictive modeling, probability, statistics, and economics. Students develop technical proficiency in data analysis and financial forecasting and are positioned to earn actuarial credentials.

Addiction Studies

An undergraduate credit certificate that provides coursework preparing students to meet Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy education requirements toward licensure as an alcohol and drug counselor (LADC).

Alcohol and Drug Counseling

A Bethel University undergraduate certificate provided by the College of Adult and Professional Studies that supplies the coursework and required practicum hours toward licensure as an alcohol and drug counselor (LADC).

Applied Performance

A Bachelor of Music degree focused on applied performance for students pursuing careers as performing musicians.

Applied Philosophy

A philosophy major emphasizing the practical application of philosophical inquiry and reasoning.

Applied Physics

A science-intensive physics major emphasizing applied and experimental physics, offered by the Department of Physics and Engineering.

Art (B.A.)

Offered by the Department of Art and Design for students pursuing studio art alongside a broad liberal arts education, emphasizing hands-on creative work across many media.

Art (B.F.A.)

A professional studio art degree for those pursuing art as a profession, offering intensive studio work culminating in a senior thesis exhibition and public reception.

Art Therapy (non-licensure)

A non-licensure major for students preparing for a career helping others through artmaking and expression; it provides foundational coursework and internship experience preparing students for graduate study in art therapy.

Associate of Arts

A balanced program of liberal arts education without orientation to a particular major or minor, requiring 60 semester credit hours and typically completed in two years of full-time study.

Biblical and Theological Studies

Provides students with the historical foundations of the Christian faith in the Old and New Testaments and introduces the great doctrines of Christianity, offering a forum in which the foundation and content of students' faith can be examined.

Biochemistry

A liberal-arts oriented biochemistry major offered jointly through the Biological Sciences and Chemistry departments.

Biochemistry/Molecular Biology

The in-depth study of the chemical processes that underlie all living systems. A collaborative program of the Biological Sciences and Chemistry departments, it is well suited for the health sciences and pre-professional programs such as medicine, dentistry, law, and pharmacy.

Biology (B.A.)

A liberal arts biology major providing foundational study of the biological sciences with breadth across environmental, organismic, and cellular/molecular areas.

Biology (B.S.)

A science-intensive biology major with emphasis options preparing students for graduate study and careers in the biological and health sciences.

Business

Builds on a core of business courses and is completed with a selected emphasis; prepares students for careers in business, government, and the not-for-profit sector as well as for graduate study.

Business and Political Science

An interdisciplinary major combining coursework in business and political science.

Chemistry (B.A.)

A liberal arts chemistry major providing foundation for graduate study, professional careers, and preprofessional health programs.

Chemistry (B.S.)

An American Chemical Society certified major providing intensive preparation in chemistry for graduate study, industry, and engineering.

Communication Arts and Literature Education 5-12

An English/language arts secondary education major preparing teachers for licensure to teach communication arts and literature in grades 5-12.

Communication Studies

Focuses on achieving understanding in human thought, activity, and interaction, giving students opportunities to develop individual abilities and competence in communication.

Computer Engineering

An engineering major integrating computer hardware and software systems, offered through Bethel's engineering program.

Computer Science (B.A.)

A liberal arts computer science major following the ACM model, balancing practical and theoretical study of programming, systems, and computing ethics.

Computer Science (B.S.)

A science-intensive computer science major with deeper coverage of algorithms, systems, and theory, preparing students for leadership roles in computing.

Computer Science with Software Project Management

A computer science major that integrates software process and project management coursework alongside core computing study.

Electrical Engineering

An engineering major focused on electrical and electronic systems, offered through Bethel's engineering program.

Elementary and Special Education Integrated Major

A K-12 integrated licensure major combining elementary education and special education (Academic Behavioral Strategist) preparation.

Engineering (Dual-Degree Program)

A dual-degree engineering major in which students complete a liberal arts foundation at Bethel before transferring to complete an engineering degree at a partner institution.

English

A study of literature, writing, and language offered by the Department of English and Journalism.

Environmental Science

An interdisciplinary science major examining environmental systems and issues through the biological and physical sciences.

Exercise Science

Offered by the Department of Applied Health Sciences, the Exercise Science major prepares future applied scientists to work in dynamic healthcare and human-performance settings through interdisciplinary study of movement, health, and quality of life.

Graphic Design

Offered by the Department of Art and Design for students pursuing a career in design, combining visual communication, typography, and digital design practice.

History

A liberal arts history major offered by the Department of History, Philosophy, and Political Science.

Human Bioenergetics

An Applied Health Sciences major emphasizing the study of energy systems and human biochemistry as they relate to health, performance, and disease, preparing students for graduate study and health-related professions.

International Relations

An interdisciplinary major examining global politics, institutions, and international affairs.

Journalism

A major in journalism offered by the Department of English and Journalism, preparing students for careers in reporting and media.

K-6 Elementary Education

Prepares teachers for licensure to teach in any elementary school, giving elementary teachers a solid liberal arts foundation and preparation in human development, teaching methods, and subject matter.

Mathematics

A liberal arts mathematics major offered by the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science.

Mathematics and Data Science

A science-intensive major integrating mathematics with data science methods and computing.

Mathematics with Education 5-12 Licensure

A mathematics major that includes the coursework required for secondary teaching licensure in mathematics for grades 5-12.

Mechanical Engineering

An engineering major focused on mechanical systems and design, offered through Bethel's engineering program.

Media Production

A Communication Studies major combining communication theory with hands-on media production, including studio and field production and a required internship capstone.

Missional Ministries

Prepares students for seminary or other graduate studies and for ministry, combining biblical and theological studies with the theology and practice of ministry.

Music

A liberal arts music major offered by the Department of Music and Performing Arts.

Music Education

Prepares teachers for K-12 music licensure in instrumental or vocal music.

Neuroscience

An interdisciplinary science major studying the nervous system and behavior, drawing on biology, chemistry, and psychology.

Nursing

A Bachelor of Science in Nursing program preparing students for professional nursing practice and licensure.

Organizational Communication

A Communication Studies major examining communication practices and problems in organizations, with emphases such as leadership and strategic communication.

Physician Assistant

An M.S. in Physician Assistant is offered through the Bethel University Graduate School. The College of Arts and Sciences offers all prerequisites as well as recommended courses for this program. Completion of these prerequisites and recommended courses does not guarantee admission to Bethel's Physician Assistant program.

Physics (B.A.)

A liberal arts physics major offered by the Department of Physics and Engineering.

Physics (B.S.)

A science-intensive physics major providing preparation for graduate study and careers in physics.

Political Science

A major in political science offered by the Department of History, Philosophy, and Political Science.

Psychological Sciences

A science-oriented psychology major examining the nature of psychological inquiry and integrating psychology with a Christian worldview; also offered with a Marriage and Family Therapy emphasis.

Public and Community Health

Develops students' ability to promote health and wellness and prevent disease across communities. The interdisciplinary liberal arts curriculum prepares students as informed health leaders, and completion establishes eligibility to sit for the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) examination.

Rehabilitation and Movement Science

An Applied Health Sciences major focused on the science of human movement and rehabilitation, preparing students for careers and graduate study in allied health and rehabilitation fields.

Social Studies Education 5-12

A secondary education major preparing teachers for licensure to teach social studies in grades 5-12.

Social Work

A CSWE-accredited program preparing students for generalist professional social work practice. The 64-credit major includes classroom and field courses and foundational biological, social, and behavioral science support courses.

Software Engineering

A major emphasizing the design, development, and management of software systems, combining computer science with engineering design coursework.

Spanish

A major in Spanish language, literature, and culture.

Special Education K-12 Academic Behavioral Strategist

Prepares teachers for licensure in a K-12 mild-moderate special education setting, giving teachers a foundation in human development and evidence-based instruction for students with exceptionalities.

Speech-Language Pathology

A pre-professional major for students assessing and treating persons with communication and swallowing disorders, providing essential clinical knowledge and practicum experience for entry into a graduate program in speech-language pathology.