Hannibal-LaGrange University

Applied Science

The Associate of Applied Science is a two-year degree combining a 23-hour general education core with electives. It is also offered through the fully online program.

Art

The Art Department sustains an environment based on Christian ideals that is conducive to creative expression and artistic growth.

Biblical Studies

Offered in cooperation with the Missouri Department of Corrections at the Jefferson City Correctional Center, this program (also known as Freedom on the Inside) trains offenders to use the Bible to promote moral rehabilitation in the offender population. Graduates become field ministers within the prison system. This degree is only offered at the Jefferson City Correctional Center campus.

Biology

Offered by the Natural Science Department, which includes programs in Biology, Chemistry, and General Science and provides students with a basic understanding of scientific realities and the fundamentals of the life and physical sciences.

Business Administration (BAS)

Offered through the Degree Completion and Fully Online Program for working adults. The BAS degree accepts technical and vocational credit in addition to academic credit toward the 124 hours required for graduation.

Business Administration (BS)

The Business Department's major develops basic knowledge in accounting, finance, management, and marketing, along with problem-solving and communication skills. Students select a concentration in agribusiness, entrepreneurship and management, or marketing.

Christian Studies (BA)

The Department of Christian Studies promotes the academic study of the Bible, Biblical Languages, Christian Education, Christian Ministry, Intercultural Missions, and Theology. It equips God-called students for effective service in pastoral, educational, denominational, missions, and other ministries. Concentrations are available in Bible and in Christian Ministry.

Christian Studies (BAS)

Offered through the Degree Completion and Fully Online Program for students who want to complete a bachelor's degree while employed full-time. The BAS accepts technical and vocational credit in addition to academic credit.

Christian Studies (BS)

Offered through the Degree Completion and Fully Online Program. The BS degree allows only academic, not vocational, credit toward the 124 credit hours required for graduation.

Computer Sciences

The Computer Sciences Department helps students develop professional skills and personal values that prepare them for further study in computers and technology and make them marketable in a computer- or technology-related field. The major allows a concentration in Information Technology and Cybersecurity.

Conservation Biology

Offered by the Natural Science Department for students focusing on conservation and environmental applications of the biological sciences.

Counseling

The Master of Arts in Counseling degree is designed to prepare graduates to provide professional counseling in the state of Missouri as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). The curriculum includes a biblical core, a counseling core, and supervised counseling internships.

Criminal Justice (BAS)

Offered through the Degree Completion and Fully Online Program. Students demonstrate knowledge of the police, courts, and correctional components of the criminal justice system and complete an internship or capstone.

Criminal Justice (BS)

Students gain insight into the three major areas of the criminal justice system - law enforcement, courts, and corrections - and how they interrelate. The program examines constitutional rights in depth and provides firsthand interaction with components of the criminal justice system.

Early Childhood and Elementary Education

Offered as a double major leading to Missouri Teacher Certification for Birth through Grade 6. The early childhood education major includes all the coursework for the elementary education major and is automatically considered a double major. Also available through the Degree Completion and Fully Online Program.

Education

The Master of Science in Education degree provides a program of professional growth for elementary and secondary in-service or pre-service teachers. Tracks include Teaching and Learning, Special Reading K-12, and Teaching and Learning with Initial Missouri Teacher Certification.

Education Administration

The Master of Education in Education Administration degree provides a program of professional growth in administration for elementary and secondary teachers holding current teacher certification. It leads to Missouri School Leader Principalship or Special Education Director K-12 certification.

Elementary Education

Leads to Missouri Teacher Certification for Grades 1-6. The Division of Teacher Education prepares future teachers to become reflective decision-makers and to use knowledge for service. Also available through the Degree Completion and Fully Online Program.

English

The English Department helps students develop skills in written communication, build a knowledge base for the analysis and interpretation of literature, and develop appreciation for literary works.

Exercise Science

Offered by the Department of Exercise and Sport Science, which comprises majors that study various aspects of human physical activity related to sports and leisure.

Graphic Design

Graphic Design is an interdisciplinary major overseen by the Division of Humanities & Fine Arts.

History (BA)

The History Department helps students obtain an awareness, understanding, and appreciation of past and present cultures, events, and persons in accordance with a quality liberal arts education, and to apply the principles of a Christian worldview to the study of history.

History (BS)

The History Department helps students obtain an awareness, understanding, and appreciation of past and present cultures, events, and persons in accordance with a quality liberal arts education, and to apply the principles of a Christian worldview to the study of history.

K-12 Education

Leads to Missouri Teacher Certification for Grades K-12 in Art, Physical Education, or Music (instrumental and vocal).

Leadership

The Master of Arts in Leadership degree provides a program of professional growth for people desiring training in leadership in the areas of Business Administration and Christian Studies. Students complete an 18-hour leadership core plus an 18-hour track in Business Administration or Christian Studies.

Mathematics

The Mathematics Department provides all students with a practical understanding of mathematics, introductory courses that give a background in the discipline, and undergraduate preparation for further study and careers.

Media Communication

The Communication Studies Department offers a generalist and specialized approach for students seeking careers in media communication-related areas. Courses provide a comprehensive and contemporary program of study and practical experiences for students pursuing careers or graduate study in the field.

Music

The Bachelor of Music degree is designed for students who have an interest in instrumental and vocal study. The program prepares students for graduate school or other performance-based careers in music.

Nursing

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is for Registered Nurses who have earned an Associate of Science in Nursing or a Diploma in Nursing, and its format and courses are designed for the adult learner. Upper-level nursing courses cover leadership, quality care, patient safety, evidence-based practice, information management, and health policy. The program is offered online and is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

Nursing

The Associate of Science in Nursing program in the Craigmiles School of Nursing prepares graduates for registered nurse licensure. The program holds continuing accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and conditional Missouri State Board of Nursing approval.

Practical Nursing

The Practical Nursing Program is a post-high school, one-year certificate program designed for students interested in entering the nursing profession. Students rotate through a planned program of classroom and clinical instruction and, upon completion and meeting state requirements, may obtain licensure by passing the NCLEX-PN. The program has full Missouri State Board of Nursing approval.

Psychology (BAS)

Offered through the Degree Completion and Fully Online Program with a Social Services emphasis. Students learn to apply major concepts and work in the social services field in a vocational or agency setting.

Psychology (BS)

The Behavioral Science Department's psychology major prepares students for service in a variety of agency and institutional settings and for graduate study in psychology, counseling, social work, sociology, human services, and related disciplines. Concentrations are available in Social Services and in Graduate School Prep.

Public Relations

Offered by the Communication Studies Department, this major provides a comprehensive and contemporary program of study with practical experiences for students interested in public relations careers or graduate studies.

Science

The Associate of Science is a two-year degree combining a 29-hour general education core with electives, intended in part to prepare students for further study. It is also offered through the fully online program.

Secondary Education

Leads to Missouri Teacher Certification for Grades 9-12 in Biology, English, Mathematics, or Social Science. All majors have been approved by the Missouri State Board of Education.

Special Education

Leads to Missouri Teacher Certification for Grades K-12 in special education (mild/moderate cross categorical). Also available through the Degree Completion and Fully Online Program.

Sport and Recreation Management

Offered by the Department of Exercise and Sport Science, which comprises majors that study various aspects of human physical activity related to sports and leisure.

Theatre

The Theatre Department prepares students for careers in various drama-related fields through comprehensive and contemporary studies along with practical experiences. Major and laboratory productions, a traveling Christian repertory troupe, a children's show, and other opportunities provide a diverse and creative theatre background.

University Studies (BAS)

The interdisciplinary University Studies major offered through the Degree Completion and Fully Online Program, incorporating differing fields of interest into a college degree and culminating in a Knowledge for Service project. The BAS version accepts technical and vocational credit.

University Studies (BS)

The University Studies major is a multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary program created to accomplish a range of goals by incorporating differing fields of interest into a college degree. It requires at least 30 semester hours drawn from at least three different academic disciplines in at least two departments, plus a Knowledge for Service proposal and project.

Worship Arts

An interdisciplinary major in which students demonstrate knowledge of leadership theory, Christian doctrine, and Biblical interpretation, and learn the theory and technical aspects of producing an effective worship experience. Students plan, implement, and lead a worship arts ministry event through an internship experience.