Elmhurst University

Accounting (BA)

The four-year undergraduate accounting program requires the Core Curriculum and seven additional courses (32 credits, or 128 semester hours); students are prepared to complete 150 semester hours to be eligible to sit for the CPA examination.

Accounting (BS)

The four-year undergraduate accounting program requires the Core Curriculum and seven additional courses (32 credits, or 128 semester hours); the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement, and students are prepared to complete 150 semester hours for the CPA examination.

Actuarial Science

Actuaries are trained in mathematics, statistics, and economic techniques that allow them to quantify risk; the program prepares students to take the first actuarial exams and to work in insurance, investment, and related fields.

Animation Game Design

For students interested in the digital arts associated with game design and animation, this degree provides coursework ranging from animation principles and concept art to coding and 2D/3D game mechanics, with opportunities to collaborate with the art and computer science departments.

Application Development

Application Development is a post-baccalaureate certificate program offered at Elmhurst University.

Art (BA)

All majors in art combine the Core Curriculum with concentrations in studio work, building visual literacy and an understanding of the art-historical heritage of Western and non-European traditions.

Art (BFA)

The Bachelor of Fine Arts in art offers more depth of experience in studio practice and is recommended for those who might wish to pursue graduate study; admission involves a portfolio review.

Art (BS)

All majors in art combine the Core Curriculum with concentrations in studio work; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Art Business (BA)

The art business major consists of the Core Curriculum, studio electives, an internship, and business courses; it is intended for students who wish to pursue careers where knowledge and proficiency in both art and business are desirable.

Art Business (BFA)

The art business major combines art and business coursework; the Bachelor of Fine Arts option adds studio depth for students who may wish to pursue graduate study, and requires a portfolio review for admission.

Audio and Video Production

For students who want to go deeper into audio and video production, this digital media degree provides advanced coursework and hands-on experience with video and audio equipment.

B.A. and B.S. Cyber Security

B.A. and B.S. in American Studies

B.A. and B.S. in Applied Geospatial Technologies

B.A. and B.S. in Art Education

B.A. and B.S. in Athletic Training

B.A. and B.S. in Biochemistry

B.A. and B.S. in Computer Game & Entertainment Technology

B.A. and B.S. in Early Childhood Education

B.A. and B.S. in Education

B.A. and B.S. in Environmental Management

B.A. and B.S. in Fitness Management

B.A. and B.S. in Geography and Geosciences

B.A. and B.S. in German

B.A. and B.S. in Health Science Technology

B.A. and B.S. in Human Services Administration

B.A. and B.S. in Information Technology

B.A. and B.S. in Intercultural Studies

B.A. and B.S. in Interdisciplinary Communication Studies

B.A. and B.S. in International Business

B.A. and B.S. in Jazz Studies

B.A. and B.S. in Managerial Communications

B.A. and B.S. in Pre-Nursing

B.A. and B.S. in Religion and Service

B.A. and B.S. in Speech-Language Pathology

B.A. and B.S. in Speech/Theatre Education

B.A. and B.S. in Sports Management

B.A. and B.S. in Theological Studies & Christian Ministry

B.A. & B.S. in Nursing

B.A. in History/Secondary Education

B.A. in Information Technology

B.A. in Pre-Pharmacy

B.A. in Writing for Film and Television

Biochemistry

This interdisciplinary course of study serves students intending to pursue careers in biochemistry, pharmacy, human and veterinary medicine, food and agricultural chemistry, and medical technology, as well as other health-related areas.

Bioinformatics

The Major in Bioinformatics lets students focus on the interdisciplinary connections between biology, computer science, and mathematics, preparing them for careers in health care, industry, graduate work, and technology.

Biology (BA)

The Major in Biology is dedicated to developing broadly educated biologists prepared to ask informed questions about nature and to pursue careers as biology educators, research scientists, and health care professionals.

Biology (BS)

The Major in Biology develops broadly educated biologists through core biological concepts and competencies; the Bachelor of Science option adds chemistry, mathematics, and physics requirements.

Biomedical Science

The Major in Biomedical Science provides students interested in the health professions with a curriculum specific to their needs, offering broad training and flexibility in upper-level biology electives.

B.Mus. In Jazz Studies

B.S. in Actuariual Science

B.S. in Bioinfomatics

B.S. in Biology/Secondary Education

B.S. in English as a Second Language

B.S. in Pharmacy

Business Administration

The Master of Business Administration program is designed to provide the knowledge and skills needed to become an effective manager in a variety of organizational settings. It is a broad-based, career advancement degree, rather than technical training for a particular job within an organization.

Business Administration (BA)

Completion of the School of Business Core Curriculum by itself leads to a major in business administration.

Business Administration (BS)

Completion of the School of Business Core Curriculum leads to a major in business administration; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Business Intelligence & Analytics

Business intelligence is a set of strategies and techniques used to help enterprises make strategic and operating decisions; the program emphasizes analytical and quantitative techniques to analyze data in a business setting.

Certificate in Communication Sciences & Disorders

Certificate in Cyber Security

Certificate in Geographic Information Systems

Chemistry

The majors in chemistry are designed for students with varying career goals, preparing them to enter graduate school, work in industrial or government research, teach at the secondary level, or pursue health-related fields such as medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, or veterinary science.

Clinical Nursing Leadership

Communication (BA)

The communication major provides students with the theoretical knowledge to understand how communication influences social interaction across organizations, groups, relationships, media, and culture, improving writing and speaking skills through internships and coursework.

Communication (BS)

The communication major provides theoretical knowledge of how communication influences social interaction, improving writing and speaking skills; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Communication Sciences and Disorders

The master's program in communication sciences and disorders (CSD) prepares students for rewarding careers as speech-language pathologists in professional settings such as schools, hospitals, clinics, research institutions and private practice. It prepares students for national certification by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and for state licensure.

Communication Sciences and Disorders (BA)

The major provides students with a background in the processes of normal communication and prepares them to recognize and treat communication disorders, offering coursework necessary for admission to graduate programs in speech-language pathology and audiology.

Communication Sciences and Disorders (BS)

The major provides a background in normal communication and the recognition and treatment of communication disorders, preparing students for graduate programs in speech-language pathology and audiology; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Computer Information Technology

The graduate program in computer information technology is designed to prepare students for the rapidly evolving discipline of information technology (IT). Students gain an in-depth knowledge of both networking and programming, emphasizing the applications of each in today's business environment.

Computer Science (BA)

Computer science majors complete core courses in computer science and information systems, two related quantitative courses, and four courses in a chosen concentration: Computational Studies, Game Programming, Web and Mobile Development, or Software Engineering.

Computer Science (BS)

Computer science majors complete core computing courses, quantitative courses, and a concentration in Computational Studies, Game Programming, Web and Mobile Development, or Software Engineering; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Criminal Justice (BA)

The criminal justice program provides a social-scientific approach to the criminal justice system within a liberal arts curriculum, preparing students for entry-level positions and advanced study in criminal justice, criminology, and criminal law.

Criminal Justice (BS)

The criminal justice major provides a social-scientific approach to the criminal justice system; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity majors study information assurance and network security from both hardware and software perspectives, with topics in cryptography, cloud security, digital forensics, and ethical hacking integrated throughout the computer science courses.

Data Science and Analytics

Elmhurst's graduate certificate in data science consists of five existing courses from the master's in data science program (three core courses and two electives). Students who complete the five courses for credit receive the graduate certificate and may complete an additional five courses to earn the master's degree.

Data Science and Analytics

The Master of Science in Data Science and Analytics curriculum integrates the analytical, computational, visualization, automation and business skills that are essential for success in today's practice of data science, providing students with a comprehensive foundation of knowledge to practice in the field.

Digital Marketing Communication (BA)

The Digital Marketing Communication major provides a hands-on education in digital marketing and interactive campaigns, teaching students to develop effective, integrated campaigns across traditional, digital, mobile, and social channels.

Digital Marketing Communication (BS)

The Digital Marketing Communication major provides hands-on education in digital marketing and integrated campaigns across channels; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Digital Media (BA)

This interdisciplinary degree provides students with digital media production skills, software proficiencies, media history and theory, and story structure, culminating in a digital media capstone; students focus on audio and video production, animation and game design, or writing for film and television.

Digital Media (BS)

The interdisciplinary digital media degree provides production skills, software proficiencies, media theory, and a capstone; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Distance Master's Entry in Nursing Practice

The Master's Entry in Nursing Practice (MENP) track builds upon previous educational knowledge and experiences to provide an intense, rigorous nursing curriculum that prepares graduates to take the NCLEX examination and earn their Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree within two years. This distance, online format includes didactic, simulation laboratory time and clinical coursework throughout the program.

Economics (BA)

The fundamental goals of courses in economics are to develop an understanding of the operation of the economy and the ability to analyze economic problems, with attention to efficiency in the allocation of resources, full employment, price stability, and economic growth.

Economics (BS)

The economics major develops an understanding of the operation of the economy and the ability to analyze economic problems; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Educating Young Children (BA)

A teacher preparation program approved by the Illinois State Board of Education, leading to early childhood (birth-2nd grade) teacher licensure.

Educating Young Children (BS)

A teacher preparation program leading to Illinois early childhood (birth-2nd grade) licensure; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Elementary Special Education (BA)

A teacher preparation program combining elementary and special education, leading to Illinois teacher licensure.

Elementary Special Education (BS)

A teacher preparation program combining elementary and special education leading to Illinois licensure; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Elementary Teacher Education (BA)

A teacher preparation program approved by the Illinois State Board of Education, leading to elementary (grades 1-6) licensure; candidates also complete a required minor in Teaching English Learners or Reading Education.

Elementary Teacher Education (BS)

A teacher preparation program leading to Illinois elementary (grades 1-6) licensure with a required minor in Teaching English Learners or Reading Education; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Elmhurst Learning and Success Academy

A four-year certificate program offering a full-time college experience for young adults (ages 18-28) with diverse abilities, emphasizing academics, career exploration, independent living skills, and social engagement. Students are required to receive 32 credits to graduate with a certificate of completion.

Elmhurst Management Program

Elmhurst Management Program is a bachelor's degree program offered at Elmhurst University.

Elmurst Life Skills Academy Certificate

Engineering Physics

A physics-based Bachelor of Science major combining physics with engineering-oriented coursework.

English (BA)

The Department of English offers a major with emphasis in literature or in writing, developing students' abilities in creative and critical inquiry through reading, writing, and literary analysis.

English (BS)

The English major offers emphasis in literature or writing; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Enterprise Optimization

Enterprise Optimization is a post-baccalaureate certificate program offered at Elmhurst University.

Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship is a bachelor's degree program offered at Elmhurst University.

Environmental Studies (BA)

Environmental studies is the systematic study of human interaction with the natural environment; the interdisciplinary, career-focused major combines classroom instruction, internships, fieldwork, and research projects with a focus on sustainability.

Environmental Studies (BS)

The interdisciplinary environmental studies major combines classroom instruction, internships, fieldwork, and research with a focus on sustainability; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

ESL and Bilingual Endorsement

Graduate certificate coursework leading to the ESL and bilingual education endorsement.

Executive Coaching

This Executive Coaching Certificate is a professional development process that aims to help leaders and executives improve their effectiveness, performance and overall leadership skills to coach. It covers building the foundations of emotional intelligence, strength-based coaching, interviewing skills, active listening and assessments for individual coaching.

Exercise Science (BA)

One of two majors in the Department of Kinesiology, exercise science combines a liberal arts education with in-depth study of physical activity and movement, preparing students for careers and graduate or professional study in health-related fields.

Exercise Science (BS)

A Kinesiology major combining liberal arts with the study of physical activity and movement; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Finance (BA)

Finance (BA) is a bachelor's degree program offered at Elmhurst University.

Finance (BS)

Finance (BS) is a bachelor's degree program offered at Elmhurst University.

French (BA)

A major in French language, literature, and culture within the Department of World Languages, Literatures and Cultures, developing proficiency and cultural competence aligned with ACTFL national standards.

French (BS)

A French major developing language proficiency and cultural competence; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Graphic Design (BA)

One of the Department of Art's programs of visual studies, the graphic design major builds on studio studies and design principles to prepare students for careers in visual communication and design.

Graphic Design (BFA)

The Bachelor of Fine Arts in graphic design adds studio depth to the graphic design curriculum and requires a portfolio review for admission.

Health Science Technology

A bachelor of science major serving students pursuing affiliated health-technology tracks—such as diagnostic medical sonography, nuclear medicine technology, and radiation therapy—offered through hospital partnerships.

History (BA)

The history major acquaints students with knowledge of the past and provides the skills to understand and analyze the trends, personalities, and movements that have shaped events.

History (BS)

The history major provides knowledge of the past and skills to analyze historical trends and movements; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Industrial/Organizational Psychology

The Master of Arts in Industrial/Organizational Psychology program was developed to provide students with the knowledge, skills and abilities that will enable them to use psychological principles to solve issues impacting organizations and workers.

Information Systems

The information systems curriculum emphasizes the application of information technology to business systems and project management, requiring a set of business courses in addition to computer courses.

Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Elmhurst University's graduate certificate in innovation and entrepreneurship consists of four courses. Students who complete the four courses for credit receive the graduate certificate in innovation and entrepreneurship.

Jazz Studies

A Department of Music performance degree focused on jazz studies, preparing students for careers as performing musicians and in related music fields.

Latino Studies

An interdisciplinary major in Latino studies within the Department of World Languages, Literatures and Cultures.

Liberal Studies

The Bachelor of Liberal Studies is an interdisciplinary degree that combines two areas of study (concentrations) plus a capstone to reflect students' personal interests and career goals, and provides returning students with prior college credits a flexible path to graduation.

Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Logistics and Supply Chain Management is a bachelor's degree program offered at Elmhurst University.

M.A. in English Studies

M.A. in Professional Accountancy

Management (BA)

Management (BA) is a bachelor's degree program offered at Elmhurst University.

Management (BS)

Management (BS) is a bachelor's degree program offered at Elmhurst University.

Marketing and Consumer Insights

The graduate certificate program in marketing and consumer insights is a college-credit, nondegree program consisting of four eight-week courses that can be applied toward the Master of Business Administration (MBA) upon completion of the certificate. It can be completed in two terms, entirely online or through evening courses on campus.

Marketing (BA)

Marketing (BA) is a bachelor's degree program offered at Elmhurst University.

Marketing (BS)

Marketing (BS) is a bachelor's degree program offered at Elmhurst University.

Master of Business Administration

Master of Health Care Management and Administration

Master's Entry in Nursing Practice

The Master's Entry in Nursing Practice (MENP) track builds upon previous educational knowledge and experiences to provide an intense, rigorous nursing curriculum that prepares graduates to take the NCLEX examination and earn their Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree within two years. It is designed for individuals with a baccalaureate degree in fields other than nursing.

Mathematics

A mathematics major develops the problem-solving skills and analytical tools needed to understand and work with patterns, to solve difficult problems independently, and to assimilate new concepts rapidly.

M.Ed. In Early Childhood Special Education

M.Ed. In Education

Middle Grades English Language Arts

A teacher preparation program approved by the Illinois State Board of Education, leading to middle grades (5-8) English language arts teacher licensure.

Middle Grades Mathematics

A teacher preparation program approved by the Illinois State Board of Education, leading to middle grades (5-8) mathematics teacher licensure.

M.S. in Applied Geospatial Sciences

M.S. in Computer Information Systems

M.S. in Data Science

M.S. in Geopgraphic Information Systems

M.S. in Nursing

Multi Language

A major combining study across multiple world languages within the Department of World Languages, Literatures and Cultures.

Multimedia Journalism (BA)

One of the Department of Communication and Media's majors, preparing students in multimedia journalism through practica courses and internships.

Multimedia Journalism (BS)

A multimedia journalism major with practica and internships; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Music

A liberal arts music major within the Department of Music, providing a broad musical foundation; admission to music degree programs requires an audition.

Musical Theatre

One of the Department of Theatre and Dance's majors, exploring the storytelling arts through musical theatre, partnering skills and technique with analysis, history, and design.

Music Business (BM)

A Bachelor of Music degree combining musical training with music business coursework.

Music Business (BS)

A music business major combining musical training with business coursework, offered as a Bachelor of Science.

Music Education

A Bachelor of Music degree; the certified (SPC12) track leads to Illinois PK-12 music teacher licensure.

Music Industry

A Department of Music major focused on the music industry, combining musical training with industry and business preparation.

Music Performance

A Bachelor of Music degree focused on performance, preparing students for careers as performing musicians; admission requires an audition.

Music Production

A Bachelor of Music degree focused on music production, sound recording, and audio engineering.

Music Theory and Composition

A Bachelor of Music degree focused on music theory and composition.

Network Administration

The graduate certificate in network administration encompasses five courses from the Master of Science in Computer Information Technology degree. Students who complete the five courses for credit receive the certificate or may complete the additional five courses required to earn the master's degree.

Neuroscience

Neuroscience is a bachelor's degree program offered at Elmhurst University.

Nursing

The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) prepares professional nurses to develop needed competencies to address increasingly complex nursing roles. The program concentration is systems leadership and enhances knowledge to improve patient outcomes and nursing practice in addition to leadership skills to strengthen health care delivery.

Nursing

The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) prepares professional nurses to address the dynamic and complex health care environment while improving health outcomes. Students select an area of specialization as a Nurse Administrator, Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) or Nurse Educator.

Nursing

The Department of Nursing and Public Health offers the bachelor of science in nursing (BSN), including a traditional pre-licensure program and a baccalaureate degree-completion option for registered nurses (RN-BSN), preparing nurses for professional practice and leadership. Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Occupational Therapy

The Master of Occupational Therapy program provides students with the knowledge, skills and abilities to apply the therapeutic use of everyday life activities (occupations) to support the health and well-being of those who have, or are at risk for developing, an illness, injury, disease, disorder, condition, impairment or disability. It is a 24-month, entry-level professional education program.

Philosophy (BA)

Philosophy courses build reasoning power to construct and evaluate different approaches to fundamental questions; the major provides a broad, historically informed understanding of the field through study in reasoning and ancient, modern, and contemporary philosophy.

Philosophy (BS)

The philosophy major provides a broad, historically informed understanding of the field; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Physical Education (BA)

A physical education major; the certified (SPC12) track leads to Illinois PK-12 physical education teacher licensure through the Department of Education.

Physical Education (BS)

A physical education major; the certified (SPC12) track leads to Illinois PK-12 physical education teacher licensure. The Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Physics (BA)

The study of physics seeks to comprehend physical phenomena in terms of fundamental concepts such as gravitational and electromagnetic fields, relativity, and quantum mechanics, developing the ability to formulate and test hypotheses and reason analytically.

Physics (BS)

The physics major develops the ability to understand the physical environment and to formulate and test hypotheses; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Political Science (BA)

The major in political science provides a broad understanding of politics through study in three subfields—US Politics, World Politics, and Political Thought—valuable for careers and further education in politics, policy, public administration, and law.

Political Science (BS)

The political science major provides a broad understanding of politics through US Politics, World Politics, and Political Thought; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Post-baccalaureate Certificate in Data Science

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Entrepreneurial Studies

Post-baccalaureate Certificate in Geographic Information Systems

Post-baccalaureate Certificate in Human Geography for AP

Post-baccalaureate Certificate in Market Research

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Secondary Education

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Special Education

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Teacher Leadership

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Teaching

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)

Project Management

Elmhurst University's graduate certificate in project management consists of four existing courses from the Master in Project Management program. Students who complete the four courses for credit receive the graduate certificate, or they may complete an additional six courses to earn a Master in Project Management.

Project Management

Elmhurst University's Master in Project Management program (MPM) is designed to teach advanced project-management concepts, improve students' leadership skills, and develop their ability to influence people at all levels. The curriculum focuses on the entire process of project management, from initiating, planning, executing and monitoring to closing a project.

Psychology (BA)

The scientific and applied discipline of psychology provides an understanding of the nature and function of human behavior; the major engages students in a broad academic program and research methodology.

Psychology (BS)

The psychology major engages students in a broad academic program and research methodology; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Public Health

The Bachelor of Science in Public Health prepares graduates to enter professional practice as informed advocates for public health at local, national, and global levels, featuring a first-of-its-kind concentration in Public Health Leadership and Innovation.

Public Health

The Master of Public Health (MPH) program prepares graduates for dynamic careers in the practice of public health. Drawing on the University's innovation initiatives and liberal arts setting, the program has a first-of-its-kind concentration in Public Health Leadership and Innovation.

Religious Studies

The major in religious studies affirms religion's historic importance in all civilizations and examines the world's great religions through critical thought and free, open inquiry.

Secondary English Language Arts Education

An English major with coursework leading to secondary (grades 9-12) English language arts teacher licensure in Illinois.

Secondary Mathematics Education

A teacher preparation program approved by the Illinois State Board of Education, leading to secondary (grades 9-12) mathematics teacher licensure.

Secondary Science Education (BA)

A teacher preparation program approved by the Illinois State Board of Education, leading to secondary (grades 9-12) science teacher licensure.

Secondary Science Education (BS)

A teacher preparation program leading to Illinois secondary science teacher licensure; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Social Science Education (BA)

A teacher preparation program approved by the Illinois State Board of Education, leading to secondary social science teacher licensure with a concentration in history or political science.

Social Science Education (BS)

A teacher preparation program leading to Illinois secondary social science teacher licensure; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Sociology (BA)

The sociology major develops insight into how social forces shape individual lives and social interactions, with core courses in sociological theory and analysis and upper-level courses in applied sociology.

Sociology (BS)

The sociology major develops insight into how social forces shape individual lives, with courses in sociological theory and applied sociology; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Spanish

A major in Spanish language, literature, and culture within the Department of World Languages, Literatures and Cultures, developing proficiency and cultural competence aligned with ACTFL national standards.

Special Education

This special education master's program is designed for experienced teachers from prekindergarten through high school with professional educator licenses in early childhood, elementary, secondary and middle school, and K-12 specialty areas, including current special educators.

Special Education (BA)

A teacher preparation program leading to Illinois Learning Behavior Specialist I (LBSI) special education licensure (K-Age 22).

Special Education (BS)

A teacher preparation program leading to Illinois LBSI special education licensure; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Special Education Endorsement

Graduate certificate coursework leading to the State of Illinois LBS1 (Learning Behavior Specialist 1) special education endorsement.

Sport Management (BA)

A Department of Kinesiology major preparing students for careers in the sport industry with emphasis on management, business principles, communication, and leadership.

Sport Management (BS)

A Kinesiology major preparing students for the sport industry with emphasis on management, business, and leadership; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Supply Chain Management

Elmhurst University offers the Chicago area's first and foremost graduate program in supply chain management. The graduate curriculum provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the entire supply chain network, emphasizing current theories, industry practices and the use of leading supply chain software suites.

Teacher Leadership

This master's program is designed for experienced teachers from the pre-kindergarten to high school levels, with professional educator licenses in early childhood, elementary, secondary, middle school, special education and K-12 specialty areas. It prepares teachers to serve as leaders and catalysts for change in their schools.

Teacher Leadership Endorsement

The Teacher Leader Endorsement is earned on an Illinois Professional Educator License as one of three school leadership endorsements and requires a master's degree. Teachers who already hold a master's degree may complete the 18-semester-hour endorsement coursework.

Theatre Arts Education

A theatre major with coursework supporting endorsement for teacher licensure (PK-12 theatre).

Theatre (BA)

A major exploring the foundations of theatre as a storytelling art, partnering skills and technique with analysis, history, and design.

Theatre (BS)

A theatre major exploring the storytelling arts; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Urban Studies (BA)

The urban studies program provides an interdisciplinary, career-focused major to understand the past, present, and future of cities and metropolitan areas, using the greater Chicago region as a laboratory for study.

Urban Studies (BS)

The interdisciplinary urban studies major examines cities and metropolitan areas using the greater Chicago region as a laboratory; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

World Language Education (BA)

A world language major with coursework leading to Illinois PK-12 teacher licensure, with a concentration in French or Spanish.

World Language Education (BS)

A world language major leading to Illinois PK-12 teacher licensure with a concentration in French or Spanish; the Bachelor of Science option adds a mathematics requirement.

Writing for the Cinematic Arts

For students with a strong interest in writing, this degree provides digital media skills along with a deeper understanding of story structure and the skills to write and develop stories for film and television.