Erskine College

Accounting

The Accounting major provides foundation courses in business along with an in-depth sequence in financial, managerial, cost, tax, and auditing accounting, preparing students for professional careers in accounting within a Christ-centered learning environment.

American Studies

The major in American Studies is a 35-hour interdisciplinary program designed for students who desire an interdisciplinary exploration of American history, politics, religious values, and cultural expression. It encourages students to integrate the insights of different disciplines as they encounter the complexities and diversity of the American experience.

Art/Art Studies, General

Athletic Training

Bible and Religion

The Department of Bible and Religion offers a major with tracks in Christian Ministry (38 hours) and Theology (30 hours). Its objectives include providing courses that encourage discovery and discussion of central issues of biblical studies, religious faith, and ethics; relating the Christian faith and message of Scripture to contemporary thought, culture, and life; and exploring the relationships between religion, philosophy, and other disciplines.

Bible/Biblical Studies

Bible/Biblical Studies

Biology (BA)

The Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology is intended for students who wish to maintain maximal course-selection freedom while preparing for careers in business, environmental and ecological science, or health profession fields such as nursing and physical or occupational therapy.

Biology (BS)

The Bachelor of Science degree in Biology is designed for students who plan to pursue a career in scientific research and/or wish to pursue advanced medical studies or graduate studies in the biological sciences. Emphases are available in Biomedical Science and in Ecology, Environmental Science, and Wildlife Biology.

Business Administration

The Business Administration major prepares students for the changing world by providing a foundation of knowledge, skills, and ethics through high standards for excellence and hands-on applications of business principles within a Christ-centered learning environment.

Chemistry (BA)

The Bachelor of Arts degree in chemistry is primarily designed to provide a chemistry foundation for students with a primary BS degree in another field. An undergraduate degree in chemistry from Erskine provides preparation for advanced study or careers in chemistry, biochemistry, environmental science, and related science and engineering fields.

Chemistry (BS)

The Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry is designed for those students intending to pursue a career in chemistry, whether planning to attend graduate school or to become industrial or governmental chemists. The BS degree also serves students in health professions and offers an emphasis in biochemistry or an environmental emphasis.

Christian Counseling

The Master of Arts in Christian Counseling (MACC) is a professional degree designed to prepare students to become effective, licensed counselors with a strong Christian worldview. This 60-hour program offers a broad base of scriptural knowledge combined with an intensive, state-mandated core set of competencies, and graduates are eligible to work in public or private institutions providing psychological care.

Christian Counseling

Digital Marketing

The Digital Marketing major combines foundational business courses with a consortium sequence in digital marketing, including social media marketing, viral and organic growth, email marketing, and digital marketing analytics.

Divinity

The Master of Divinity is the professional graduate degree offered by Erskine Theological Seminary, preparing students for pastoral ministry and other forms of Christian service. The seminary is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools.

Early Childhood Education

The Early Childhood Education major prepares students to meet requirements for teacher certification in prekindergarten through Grade 3 in the public schools of South Carolina. The program is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation and approved by the State Board of Education.

Educational Ministries

Elementary Education

The Elementary Education major prepares students to meet requirements for teacher certification in Grades 2-6 in the public schools of South Carolina. The program is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation and approved by the State Board of Education.

English

The Erskine English Department prepares students to fulfill their callings in society thoughtfully, insightfully, and compassionately, infused with the values of the Christian tradition. The department uses the study of literary arts to equip students with essential skills in reading, writing, and critical thinking, and to deepen understanding of their participation in the greater human community.

French

Health Science (BA)

The Bachelor of Arts degree in Health Science is intended for students who wish to maximize course-selection freedom, those planning to enter a health profession that does not require a doctoral degree, and those interested in non-patient oriented healthcare-related fields such as teaching, managerial, or healthcare administration.

Health Science (BS)

The Bachelor of Science degree in Health Science is designed for students who plan to pursue a career in fields that require scientific research and/or wish to pursue advanced allied healthcare studies. It is a co-sponsored degree between the Athletic Training faculty and the Biology faculty.

History

The major in history prepares students to pursue a wide range of careers, from law, business, and information management to education, ministry, and public service. History majors learn to communicate effectively and to manage and interpret information logically, gaining an understanding of current events in global and historical contexts.

History, General

Information Technology

Information Technology introduces students to state-of-the-art technology and its use so that they may integrate this technology into a system for solving problems. It broadens the liberal arts education by developing skills, foundational concepts, and analytical capability, educating students to be problem solvers, not technicians.

Interdisciplinary Studies

The Bachelor of Arts degree in Interdisciplinary Studies enables students to explore diverse interests while giving them greater scheduling flexibility than other majors. It combines two concentrations and may be helpful for transfer students or students who need to make a late change in their program of study.

International Studies

The International Studies major explores global cultures and societies, preparing students for careers in fields such as international business, intercultural education, NGO management, humanitarian logistics, international development, and global ministry. Students learn intercultural communication, leadership, and business skills while gaining a deeper understanding of the history, politics, and culture of different world regions.

Mathematics

The primary objective of the mathematics department is to help all students increase their problem-solving skills and abstract reasoning ability in order to prepare them for a rapidly changing society. The mathematics major builds a foundation in calculus, algebra, analysis, and related coursework.

Ministry

The Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) is the professional doctorate offered by Erskine Theological Seminary for experienced ministers seeking advanced professional development. The seminary is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools.

Music

The Department of Music offers coursework leading to a Bachelor of Arts degree in music with concentrations in performance and church music. Requirements include music theory, aural skills, music history, applied study, and ensembles, with piano proficiency required of all majors.

Music Education

The K-12 music education major leads to a Bachelor of Science degree and prepares students for teacher certification in choral or instrumental music. It combines music theory, history, applied study, ensembles, and conducting with professional education coursework and student teaching.

Pastoral Studies/Counseling

Philosophy

Physical Education

The Physical Education major (K-12) enables students to meet the requirements of the State Board of Education and CAEP for teaching physical education in public schools. Majors take a minimum of 45 hours in physical education and, for teacher certification, complete additional field experiences and required education courses.

Physics

Political Science

The Political Science major serves students who desire to acquire knowledge of public affairs by developing an understanding of the nature and role of political behavior and governmental institutions. It exposes students to American government, international politics, comparative politics, and political philosophy, and examines the relationship between Christianity and politics.

Practical Ministry

The Master of Arts in Practical Ministry is a graduate degree offered by Erskine Theological Seminary, focused on preparing students for applied ministry contexts. The seminary is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools.

Pre-Elem./Early Child./Kind. T. Ed.

Psychology (BA)

Erskine's Psychology Department offers a Bachelor of Arts degree designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in professional careers or for graduate study. The B.A. degree is recommended for students intending to go into clinical, counseling, or social work fields, and allows students to use electives to tailor the degree to their interests.

Psychology (BS)

The Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology is recommended for students intending to go into research-focused careers or graduate programs, or to specialize in more biologically based fields of psychology. Students are encouraged to take additional courses in Biology, Chemistry, Information Technology, and Mathematics.

Religion/Religious Studies

Religious Education, Church Ministries

Social Studies

The social studies major is designed for students seeking teacher certification in social studies. It combines coursework in American and European history, non-western history, and the social sciences (economics, government, psychology, and sociology) with the secondary education certification requirements.

Spanish

Special Education

The Special Education major prepares teacher education candidates to meet requirements for South Carolina teacher certification in Multi-Categorical Mild Disabilities for teaching students with mild/moderate intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities, and behavior disorders in grades PK-12.

Sport Management

The sport management program is designed to prepare students to be leaders in sport and recreation programs in private, public, and commercial settings. Students complete an internship and field experience and take a blend of general business and sport management courses.

Supply Chain Management

The Supply Chain Management major combines foundational business courses with a consortium sequence covering forecasting and logistics, sourcing and operations, supply chain technologies, and a capstone, preparing students to optimize supply chains and deliver products to consumers.

Theological Studies

The Master of Arts in Theological Studies is a graduate degree offered by Erskine Theological Seminary, providing focused study in biblical and theological disciplines. The seminary is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools.

Theology

The Master of Theology (Th.M.) is an advanced graduate degree offered by Erskine Theological Seminary for students seeking further specialization in theological studies. The seminary is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools.

Theology/Theological Studies

Theology/Theological Studies, Religious Study