Mississippi College

Accountancy

The MAcc is designed for students who seek to further enhance their knowledge of accounting beyond an undergraduate degree and acquire the accounting and analytical skills that public and private accounting firms and government entities desire. It also enhances preparation for the CPA examination and provides the additional credit hours required for CPA licensure. Available in online format.

Accounting

This program is designed for those who have a university degree but desire the equivalent of a major in accounting. Most participants will be interested in ultimately passing the CPA Exam. A minimum of 24 hours must be completed at Mississippi College.

Accounting

Offered in a traditional format as well as a Five-Year BSBA-to-MBA path. Note that a minimum of 150 semester hours of university credit is required to take the CPA Examination.

Accounting (Post-Baccalaureate)

Designed for people who have a baccalaureate degree but desire the equivalent of a major in accounting; most participants are interested in ultimately passing the CPA Exam. A minimum of 24 hours must be completed at Mississippi College.

Administration of Justice

The Master of Science degree program requires 30 hours beyond the baccalaureate degree and is available in online and traditional formats. Students may declare a major in Administration of Justice, including an option with a Loss Prevention concentration. The thesis is not required.

Administration of Justice

Prepares individuals for professional positions in law enforcement and related criminal justice areas. Available in traditional and online formats; a maximum of 18 semester hours of community/junior college equivalent courses may count toward the major.

Administration of Justice: Homeland Security

A Bachelor of Science in Homeland Security within the Administration of Justice program, available in traditional and online formats. Students may alternatively earn a 21-hour certificate or an 18-hour minor in Homeland Security.

Administration of Justice: Loss Prevention/Security Management

A Bachelor of Science in Loss Prevention/Security Management within the Administration of Justice program, available in traditional and online formats.

Advocacy

A hands-on, practice-based course of study, the Advocacy LL.M. integrates trial and appellate advocacy externships at top state and federal agencies. Students can focus on developing their knowledge and skills in civil or criminal advocacy at the trial and/or appellate level. Designed for the practicing attorney, the program allows five years to complete the degree and a variety of scheduling options.

American Legal Studies

This LL.M. program is designed to help foreign-trained lawyers qualify and prepare for a United States bar examination. It requires a minimum of 24 credits and two semesters in residence at MC Law, including Academic Legal Writing for Foreign Lawyers, Introduction to American Law, and Professional Responsibility and Ethics. Graduates are eligible to sit for the bar examination in several states.

Applied Exercise Physiology

This program provides a science-based program in Applied Exercise Physiology at the graduate level for students interested in careers in exercise rehabilitation and sports medicine. It is also designed for students pursuing terminal degrees in exercise physiology and related disciplines as well as higher-level administrative and supervisory positions in adult fitness and wellness, and prepares students for American College of Sports Medicine certifications.

Applied Programming (Computer Science Track 2)

A 20-hour certificate in Applied Programming providing a heavier programming emphasis than the Computer Science Track 1 certificate. It may be completed in a minimum of three semesters.

Art Education

Prepares students to teach art and meets Mississippi Department of Education requirements for Educator Licensure in Art, Grades K-12. The fine arts requirement is met through required art history courses.

Art (M.Ed.)

The Department of Art and the School of Education and Human Sciences cooperatively offer course work leading to a Master of Education in Art. The 30-hour degree is available in traditional and low-residency formats, the latter allowing candidates to take art education and education courses online and studio art courses on campus during the summers.

Art (M.S.)

The Department of Art offers the Master of Science in Art degree in studio art, which includes studies in two-dimensional arts such as painting and drawing, and the three-dimensional arts including sculpture and ceramics. A minimum of 30 semester hours of graduate work is required.

Athletic Administration

A 36-hour master's degree to be completed over a two-year cycle, consisting of a concentration option in either Interscholastic or Intercollegiate Athletic Administration. The program includes a practicum experience in lieu of a thesis; the Intercollegiate concentration is available in both traditional and online formats.

Biochemistry (ACS)

An American Chemical Society-certified Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry. Mississippi College is an approved institution of the ACS Committee on Professional Training.

Biological Science

The Department of Biological Science and the School of Education and Human Sciences offer course work leading to the Master of Education in Biological Science, a secondary subject area. The program requires 12 hours of professional education core courses and 18 hours of graduate work in biological science; students complete a minimum of 30 up to a maximum of 45 semester hours.

Biological Sciences

The Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences is offered with tracks in Medical Sciences, Neuroscience, Research, and General Biology (Options 1 and 2). The department prepares students for medical, dental, physician assistant, graduate, and allied health programs, and encourages participation in undergraduate research.

Biology (Biological Sciences)

The Master of Science in Biology program is designed to prepare students for a career in private industry or for continued graduate study, and meets the requirement for Class AA Standard Educator License for those holding a Class A license. Thesis and non-thesis options are available; students complete a minimum of 30 up to a maximum of 45 semester hours of graduate work.

Biology Education

Students wishing to be licensed to teach biology major in the science and take the additional requirements in Secondary Education. It is expected that a student will also be licensed in a second area of science or in General Science.

Biology (Medical Sciences)

The Master of Science in Biology (Medical Sciences) program is designed to prepare students for a career in medical sciences research or for those wishing to enter medical or dental school. The degree can be completed in one calendar year. Students complete a minimum of 30 up to a maximum of 45 semester hours of graduate work.

Business Administration

The M.B.A. is designed primarily for someone who works full-time but desires graduate study on a part-time basis; required courses are offered in the evening or online. The objective is to offer professional training for someone already in a managerial capacity or planning a career in management. The curriculum consists of 30 semester hours of graduate study beyond undergraduate business requirements.

Business Administration

The general Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, also available with a concentration in Data Management or MIS and as a JD/MBA option. The School of Business is nationally accredited to offer the B.S.B.A.

Business Education

A secondary subject endorsement area requiring adequate undergraduate preparation in business administration, business technology, or accounting. The program includes 12 semester hours of graduate credit in professional education core courses, a maximum of 12 semester hours of graduate work in business administration, and six hours of non-business electives.

Chemical Physics

A Bachelor of Science combining coursework in chemistry and physics for students planning graduate study or technical careers spanning both disciplines.

Chemistry

The Master of Science in Chemistry is offered in thesis and non-thesis options, each requiring 30 hours of graduate credit. The non-thesis option is a course-based degree; the thesis option requires research, thesis preparation and defense, and passing four qualifying examinations in areas of chemical specialization.

Chemistry (ACS)

An American Chemical Society-certified Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, meeting the standards of the ACS Committee on Professional Training.

Chemistry/Career

Primarily for the student who plans to seek employment in the field of chemistry immediately upon graduation.

Chemistry Education

Students wishing to be licensed to teach chemistry major in the science and take the additional requirements in Secondary Education. An additional endorsement in another science may be obtained with twenty-one semester hours in that science.

Chemistry/Medical Sciences

For chemistry students preparing for professional schools; students take those advanced courses best suited to the chosen professional school.

Child Advocacy Studies Training

The Child Advocacy Studies Training (CAST) curriculum focuses on interdisciplinary, ethical, trauma-informed, realistic, and culturally proficient content that provides professionals a foundation for responding to child maltreatment. The certificate is approved and offered by Zero Abuse Project Protection Training Center.

Christian Studies

Offered for students preparing for church-related vocations, with concentrations in Bible, Ministry Studies, or Missions. The department stimulates development of the knowledge, skills, and values of the Judeo-Christian heritage and includes the Bachelor of Arts foreign language requirement.

Christian Studies: Worship Ministry

Designed for students preparing for worship ministry as a vocation, providing a strong foundation in Christian Studies courses with a focus on ministry preparation. The music component is the equivalent of a music minor and equips students to pursue a master's degree in worship ministry from a seminary.

Civil Law

The Civil Law LL.M. requires a minimum of 24 credit hours drawn from a designated civil-law curriculum, including required coursework in Civil Law Obligations, Civil Law of Successions and Donations, and Civil Law Property, plus core and restricted electives. Students have a maximum of 36 months to complete the program.

Clinical Nurse Leader

A certified CNL is a master's-educated nurse prepared for practice across the continuum of care within any healthcare setting. The CNL evaluates patient outcomes, assesses cohort risk, and has decision-making authority to change care plans when necessary. The program is 36-42 online credit hours with 500 hours of required preceptor oversight for clinical placement, available in an accelerated online format.

Communication (B.A.)

The Bachelor of Arts in Communication consists of a set of core classes plus a concentration in Digital Media Production, Interpersonal and Public Communication, Journalism, Media Analytics, Ministry Communication, Public Relations, or Sports Media. The B.A. requires 12 hours of modern languages.

Communication (B.S.)

The Bachelor of Science in Communication consists of a set of core classes plus a concentration in Digital Media Production, Interpersonal and Public Communication, Journalism, Media Analytics, Ministry Communication, Public Relations, or Sports Media. Unlike the B.A., the B.S. does not require modern language coursework.

Computer Science

One of the majors offered by the Department of Engineering, Computer Science and Physics, providing a strong background for careers in industry or for graduate and professional study.

Computer Science (M.Ed.)

The Department of Computer Science and Physics and the School of Education and Human Sciences offer course work leading to the Master of Education in Computer Science, a secondary subject endorsement area. The program requires 12 semester hours of professional education core courses and 18 semester hours of graduate-level computer science.

Computer Science (M.S.)

The Master of Science degree program in Computer Science provides a broad spectrum of information with business, industry, and further graduate study applicability. The student must earn at least 30 hours of graduate computer science credit; thesis and non-thesis options are available.

Computer Science (Track 1)

A 20-hour certificate in Computer Science open to individuals who have graduated from high school, passed the GED equivalency exam, or already hold a baccalaureate degree. It may be completed in a minimum of four semesters and provides prerequisites for master's study in the field.

Computing and Information Systems

Offered with options in Business Administration or Graphic Design, combining computing coursework with an applied professional area.

Counseling

The mission of the Education Specialist in Counseling Program is to help students acquire the advanced competencies, knowledge, and skill necessary to perform effectively as professional counselors, counselor supervisors, and counseling program directors. Completion assists graduates in applying for LPC licensure, National Counseling Certification, approved clinical supervisor status, or licensure as a School Counselor (AAA). Requires a minimum of 18 semester hours of post-master's coursework.

Curriculum and Instruction

The purpose of the M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction is to provide educators with the skills and knowledge to improve their teaching effectiveness and enhance student achievement. This is a practitioner-focused master's degree for current educators who want to make a difference with effective instructional practices and curriculum development strategies. Available in traditional and online formats.

Curriculum and Instruction

The purpose of the Ed.S. Track in Curriculum & Instruction is to provide educators with the skills and knowledge to improve their teaching effectiveness and enhance student achievement. Candidates learn research-based strategies and best practices for developing effective instructional programs and managing safe, supportive learning environments. Available in traditional and online formats.

Cybersecurity

An 18-hour certificate available only to students completing a Computer Science or Computing and Information Systems degree program. Students must maintain a B average in the certificate courses.

Cybersecurity and Information Assurance

A Master of Science offered in traditional and online formats requiring eight specified security and computing courses plus six additional hours of graduate computer science courses. All security courses applied to the program must be taken at Mississippi College, and an oral or written exam is required at the end of the program.

Cybersecurity and Information Assurance

A certificate offered in traditional and online formats consisting of six required courses in computer security, cryptography and network security, computer and network forensics, ethics and law in information security, wireless/mobile/cloud computing, and development, assessment and implementation of information security. Certificates must be completed within four years.

Digital Art

A Bachelor of Fine Arts program in the Department of Art emphasizing digital media within the studio art curriculum.

Dyslexia Therapy

The Mississippi College Dyslexia Therapist Training Program is a research-based program to train therapists to work with students who have dyslexia and related disorders. The core of the training evolved from Orton-Gillingham, a scientific, universally successful teaching approach that combines auditory, visual, and kinesthetic learning modalities.

Early Childhood Care and Development

A non-licensure program; students do not have to be formally admitted to the Teacher Education Program. The degree prepares individuals for service as teachers, leaders, and administrators in early childcare settings.

Educational Leadership

The Education Specialist Degree in the Administration Track is designed to meet the needs of educational professionals seeking either a higher level of licensure in school administration or an entry-level licensure in school administration that builds on an existing AA licensure in another area of professional education. Candidates must pass the School Leaders Licensure Assessment before graduating. Available in traditional and online formats.

Educational Leadership

The Doctor of Education degree program in Educational Leadership is designed to accommodate the active life of practicing professionals who wish to assume leadership roles in K-12 settings. The program blends theory and practice and requires a minimum of 72 semester hours above the master's degree, consisting of an educational administration core, research and statistics, a cognate, and dissertation. Offered in online and traditional (weekend) formats.

Educational Leadership for Independent Schools

The educational leadership master's program non-licensure track in independent school administration is designed for students seeking training and preparation for administrative roles in independent schools. This program is not designed to provide requirements for educator or administrative licensure through the Mississippi Department of Education.

Educational Leadership-Leadership Institute

The 21-hour Leadership Institute certificate program is designed for graduate students seeking training and preparation for administrative roles in independent schools. This program is not designed to provide requirements for educator or administrative licensure through the Mississippi Department of Education.

Educational Leadership (M.Ed.)

The educational leadership master's degree program enables students to become part of a cohort group that systematically proceeds through a sequence of course modules and clinical experiences. The modules center on six dimensions of leadership and are integrated with practicum hours completed in varied educational settings. Licensure and non-licensure tracks are available in traditional and online formats.

Educational Leadership (M.S.N.)

The Educational Leadership track prepares nurse leaders to excel in academic, clinical, and nursing leadership settings, focusing on performance and quality improvement, ethical nursing practices grounded in Christian caring, and curriculum development. Graduates are equipped to advance nursing knowledge through the integration of emerging healthcare technology. Available in an accelerated online format.

Electrical Engineering

The Electrical Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET. Graduates are prepared to demonstrate problem-solving skills, professionalism, and ethical conduct in engineering practice.

Elementary Education

A 30-semester-hour Master of Education available in traditional and online formats, consisting of nine hours of core courses, 15 hours of advanced content methods and materials, and six hours of elementary electives chosen in consultation with the elementary graduate advisor.

Elementary Education

The education specialist degree in elementary education is designed to meet the needs of elementary school teachers seeking a higher level of licensure. A separate 42-hour course of study is offered for MTA graduates, enabling an educator with the 4-8 alternate route elementary education license to obtain a K-6 elementary education license.

Elementary Education

Prepares students for licensure as elementary school teachers through the Department of Teacher Education and Leadership, including professional education coursework and directed teaching.

English

The English major promotes close reading, information literacy, effective communication, and critical thinking. The degree requires 12 semester hours of a foreign language, and ENG 211 must be completed at Mississippi College.

English as a Second Language (K-12)

A four-course, 12-hour program offered by the Department of Modern Languages covering the multicultural classroom, second language acquisition, applied linguistics, and methods and field studies. The courses meet the requirement for English as a Second Language (K-12) endorsement for teachers holding a Mississippi Class A license.

English Education

This major requires 12 semester hours of student teaching and is intended to lead to teaching licensure. English Education majors are not required to select an additional minor.

English (M.A.)

A minimum of 30 semester hours of graduate work is required for the degree. Entering M.A. students begin study in the teaching track or non-thesis option and may apply to transition into the thesis track upon successful completion of 12 hours of graduate course work in English.

English (M.Ed.)

A minimum of 30 semester hours of graduate work is required for the M.Ed. degree, including 18 undergraduate semester hours in English for admission. Because the Department of English and Philosophy is currently revising graduate curricula, applications to this degree program are not being accepted for this academic year.

English (Pre-Professional English Education)

An English degree that includes pre-professional education coursework but does not include a student teaching component, and therefore does not automatically qualify students to apply for teaching licensure.

Entrepreneurship

A major within the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration focused on new venture creation and entrepreneurial practice.

Exercise Science

Provides theoretical, research, and clinical experiences for careers in preventive and rehabilitative health settings, and provides the basic requirements for most graduate programs in Exercise Science.

Finance

A major within the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration focused on financial management, markets, and analysis.

Foreign Language and International Trade

F.L.I.T. majors complete 36 semester hours of a modern language (or 30 hours beyond the elementary level), which may be split across two languages. Students are strongly encouraged to spend at least one term studying overseas.

French

Students who elect to major in French must complete 24 semester hours of French courses numbered higher than 202 and complete a minor in a related department.

Gifted Education

A 12-semester-hour formal certificate for students who wish to know more about gifted education, available in an online format.

Graphic Design (B.F.A.)

A professional Bachelor of Fine Arts studio program in graphic design. Students may participate in Creative Pulse, the student organization for Graphic Design.

Graphic Design (B.S.)

A Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design that pairs the design curriculum with a marketing concentration for students interested in the business side of design.

Graphic Design (M.F.A.)

The Master of Fine Arts in Graphic Design requires 60 semester hours including a 12-hour core, 30 hours of graphic design and graphic design-related courses, and 18 hours of approved graduate art electives. Candidates complete six hours of studio thesis with both studio and written components.

Graphic Design (M.S.)

The Master of Science degree in Graphic Design is a 30-hour degree with 15 core hours (including a six-hour capstone project), 12 hours of graphic design and graphic design-related coursework, and three hours of an approved graduate-level art elective. Courses are normally offered to allow completion in one year plus one semester of full-time study.

Healthcare Communication

Students learn to develop, deliver, and evaluate modern engagement programs related to healthcare. The program prepares students to manage health-related communication in both public and private sectors, create and evaluate public information campaigns, manage risks and avoid crises, and craft messaging to affect health-related behavior. All courses are offered online in a two-year rotation.

Health Informatics

The certificate program in health informatics is designed for individuals experienced in handling and processing highly sensitive and confidential medical information. This 18-hour program is available in an online format. (The department is not taking applications for this certificate at this time.).

Health Informatics

The Master of Science in Health Informatics is designed for individuals experienced in handling and processing highly sensitive and confidential medical information. Offered in an online format. (The department is not taking applications for this program at this time.).

Health Science

The purpose of this program is to provide a means by which a post-baccalaureate student can take or re-take science and math prerequisites for health-profession-related fields such as Medicine, Dentistry, Physician Assistant Studies, and Physical Therapy. Admission requires a bachelor's degree; the certificate requires 24 semester hours.

Health Services Administration

The Master of Health Services Administration is designed for the individual employed in the healthcare field who wishes to pursue a program of graduate study in middle-level healthcare administration. The program requires a minimum of 30 semester hours and is available in traditional and online formats.

Higher Education Administration

Students who have a bachelor's degree and wish to know more about higher education administration may pursue this 15-hour formal certificate indicating completion of a higher education administration curriculum. The coursework provides a background for careers in university administration and may be taken in traditional and online modalities.

History

The Master of Arts in History program is designed to prepare elementary and secondary teachers with a broader and deeper historical understanding and to provide the graduate foundation for students who plan to teach at the community college level or pursue the doctorate in history or related disciplines. A minimum of 30 semester hours of graduate work, including six hours of thesis, is required.

History (B.A.)

Students may choose the Bachelor of Arts, the Bachelor of Science, or the comprehensive major with a pre-legal emphasis. A minimum of fifty percent of all coursework applied toward the major must be earned at Mississippi College.

History (B.S.)

The Bachelor of Science option in History. No more than 3 semester hours of internship or independent study may be used to satisfy degree requirements of any History degree plan.

History/Political Science

The objective of the Master of Social Sciences degree is to offer a program for students interested in course work in the social sciences rather than in research. The major areas are history and political science. Depending upon options selected, the program requires 30 or 36 graduate hours beyond the baccalaureate degree; a thesis is not required.

Homeland Security

Students may seek a Graduate Certificate in Homeland Security, offered in both traditional and online formats. Students must be admitted as a graduate student to the college and complete six hours of required courses plus 15 hours of electives.

Homeland Security

A 30-semester-hour Master of Science with 18 hours in the major field, including required courses in introduction to homeland security, emergency management, and physical security, plus 12 hours of program electives from related fields chosen in consultation with an advisor.

Homeland Security

A 21-hour certificate available to individuals who have graduated from high school or hold an equivalent credential, offered in online format. A minimum of 15 semester hours must be completed at Mississippi College.

Integrated Communication

Students are provided a wide array of learning opportunities and experiences within a curriculum that focuses on both digital and traditional media. Emphasis is placed on the use of theoretically grounded, data-based decision-making to solve problems and innovate.

Interdisciplinary Studies

Provides students with a flexible framework to explore connections between diverse academic disciplines, enabling them to design a personalized curriculum. Students are assigned an IDS advisor and continue on a directed pathway to graduation.

Interior Design

A Bachelor of Fine Arts in interior design. Students in this program are required to acquire a laptop computer, hardware, and software for course assignments, and may join the student chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers.

International Studies

An interdisciplinary Bachelor of Arts offered through the Department of Modern Languages combining language study with international coursework.

Kinesiology-General

Designed to have broad applications in the fitness, wellness, and sports industries.

Language, Writing, and Linguistics

A comprehensive Bachelor of Arts in the Department of Modern Languages combining language study, writing, and linguistics; no additional minor is required.

Law

The Doctor of Jurisprudence is a three-year course of study requiring five semesters of no less than 12 semester credit hours each in residence at MC Law. To graduate, a J.D. student must successfully complete 90 credit hours of law school coursework no later than five years after matriculation, including required first-year and upper-level doctrinal courses, experiential courses, and a writing requirement.

Law and Business Administration

A joint degree program awarding both the Juris Doctor and the Master of Business Administration. Students must be separately admitted to both programs; six hours of J.D. coursework may be satisfied by business school classes and nine of the 30 M.B.A. semester hours may be satisfied by law school coursework. A student who has completed all prerequisites to the M.B.A. program could complete both degrees in three and one-half years of full-time study.

Law and Public Administration

MC Law, in partnership with the University of Louisiana Monroe, offers a joint degree program for the Juris Doctor and Master of Public Administration. Students apply to and are admitted to each program separately, and may earn six semester hours toward the J.D. from designated M.P.A. courses and 12 semester hours toward the M.P.A. from designated J.D. courses. Candidates must complete 90 semester hours for the J.D. and 36 or 39 semester hours for the M.P.A.

Law (General)

The Traditional (General) Master of Laws allows the student to craft an individual academic plan in conjunction with the Director of the LL.M. Program. The degree requires a minimum of 24 credits, of which up to six may be recognized for coursework completed at another ABA-accredited law school and up to nine may be earned for out-of-classroom education such as special research projects, externships, or an LL.M. thesis.

Liberal Studies

The Master of Liberal Studies is an avocational interdisciplinary program designed for individuals interested in education beyond the baccalaureate who do not wish to pursue a traditional specialized graduate or professional degree. It is a non-thesis degree intended to be broad and diversified in scope, requiring a minimum of 36 hours of graduate work.

Loss Prevention/Security Management

An online graduate certificate in Loss Prevention/Security Management available to admitted graduate students, consisting of a 12-hour required loss prevention/security management core plus nine hours of electives. Offered in traditional and online formats.

Marketing

A major within the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration focused on marketing strategy, research, and management.

Marriage and Family Counseling

Students receive training in the theories, models, and techniques of professional counseling with specialized preparation in work with couples and families and other members of behavioral healthcare and ministry teams in church, agency, hospital, and other treatment settings. Accredited by CACREP, the program requires a minimum of 60 semester hours and 600 hours of internship fieldwork training.

Mathematics

The Graduate Certificate Program in Mathematics is designed to help students interested in further study in mathematics and especially to prepare them for success in a full master's level degree program. It is useful for those without a standard undergraduate degree in mathematics, those with low grades in such a degree, or those with low or no admission test scores.

Mathematics

The Bachelor of Science in Mathematics offered by the Department of Mathematics.

Mathematics Education

Prepares students to teach mathematics in secondary schools, combining the mathematics major with the professional education requirements for licensure.

Mathematics (M.Ed.)

The Department of Mathematics and the School of Education and Human Sciences offer course work leading to the Master of Education in Mathematics, a secondary subject endorsement area, available in traditional and online formats. The program requires 12 semester hours of professional education core courses and 18 semester hours of graduate work in mathematics.

Mathematics (M.S.)

The Master of Science in Mathematics program is designed to prepare students for a career in private industry, scientific or industrial work, to deepen the content knowledge of secondary teachers, or for continued graduate study. Students choose between a Standard Track and an Applied Track, each requiring a minimum of 30 semester hours.

Media Arts

The certificate allows current educators to be eligible for a Mississippi K-12 Media Arts Endorsement through the MDE. Students take any seven courses (21 hours) from a list of art, communication, and journalism courses; admitted students must have completed an undergraduate degree and hold a current teaching license.

Media Arts (K-12)

A 21-hour certificate that allows current educators to be eligible for a Mississippi K-12 Media Arts Endorsement through the Mississippi Department of Education. Applicants must hold or be pursuing a current Mississippi 'A' teaching license.

Mental Health Counseling

Students receive training in the theories, models, and techniques of professional counseling with specialized preparation in work with adult and child clients, their families, and other members of the behavioral healthcare team in agency, hospital, and other mental health treatment settings. Accredited by CACREP, the program requires a minimum of 60 semester hours and 600 hours of internship fieldwork training.

Military and Veteran Law

The Military and Veteran Law LL.M. requires 24 total credits: 12 credits in six required courses, 10 credits of electives, and a two-credit independent writing requirement, with a 2.5 cumulative grade point average. Applicants must hold a J.D. from an ABA-accredited school or be admitted to practice before the highest court of a U.S. state or territory. All degree requirements must be completed within five years of beginning classes.

Modern Languages

Students completing a major in Modern Languages must complete 21 semester hours in one language and 15 semester hours in another. Because this is a comprehensive major, no additional minor is required.

Music

A broad liberal arts degree with approximately one-third of the curriculum in music. An audition before members of the music faculty is required of all students who declare music as a major.

Music Composition

A professional Bachelor of Music degree for students interested in music as a profession. Composition majors give a one-hour senior recital.

Music Education

The Master of Music in Music Education requires 30 semester hours including a nine-hour core in music research and writing, music theory, and music history; 12 hours of music education; and nine hours of electives. Applicants must have an undergraduate degree in music and teacher certification.

Music Education: Instrumental (K-12)

Designed to meet standard educator licensure requirements for teachers of instrumental music in the schools. Candidates give a 30-minute recital in the senior year.

Music Education: Keyboard (K-12)

Designed to meet standard educator licensure requirements for teachers of music with a keyboard emphasis. Candidates give a 30-minute recital in the senior year.

Music Education: Voice (K-12)

Designed to meet standard educator licensure requirements for teachers of music with a voice emphasis. Candidates give a 30-minute recital in the senior year.

Music Performance: Conducting

The Master of Music in Conducting (Choral) is designed for the student possessing an undergraduate degree in music who wishes to pursue advanced study in choral conducting. Candidates prepare for professional employment in choral conducting in school and church settings and for terminal-degree study. A low-residency option is available.

Music Performance: Keyboard

A professional Bachelor of Music in Performance with emphasis in organ or piano. Applicants are required to give a 30-minute junior recital and a one-hour senior recital.

Music Performance: Piano

The Master of Music in Piano Performance is designed for the student possessing an undergraduate degree in piano performance. The program encompasses the study and performance of advanced literature and includes core, literature and pedagogy, and performance components.

Music Performance: Voice

A professional Bachelor of Music in Performance with emphasis in voice. Applicants are required to give a 30-minute junior recital and a one-hour senior recital.

Nursing

The traditional prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing. A grade of C or higher is required in each nursing course, and the last 33 semester hours must be completed in residence at Mississippi College.

Nursing (Accelerated)

For students with a first baccalaureate degree from an accredited university. The four-semester curriculum consists of the first degree, 30 hours of nursing prerequisite courses, and 60 hours of upper division nursing courses.

Nursing: RN-BSN

The RN-to-BSN track allows registered nurse students to complete their degree online, combining the Mississippi College core, a nursing core, credit by validation, and required nursing courses.

Online Instruction and Design (K-12)

A 12-semester-hour certificate for students seeking training and preparation in developing, teaching, managing, and assessing effective online instruction in K-12 schools by studying learning theories, instructional strategies, technology, and best practices for application in the virtual classroom.

Online Instruction and Design (K-12)

The Online Instruction and Design K-12 program is designed for students seeking training and preparation in developing, teaching, managing, and assessing effective online instruction in today's K-12 schools by studying learning theories, instructional strategies, technology, and best practices for the virtual classroom. It also equips participants with leadership tools to administer online instructional programs at the school or district level.

Organizational Leadership

This program is designed to develop qualified graduate students who have an interest in higher education administration and leadership. The interdisciplinary program provides core higher education courses as well as courses across several disciplines to prepare students to become higher education administrators, including specially designed higher education practicum experiences. Offered in traditional and online formats.

Paralegal Studies

A 27-hour online certificate available to a student who already has a baccalaureate degree, designed to train graduates to work under the supervision of attorneys. Objectives include increasing access to legal services, encouraging growth of the paralegal profession, and teaching legal ethics. This is not a graduate-level program leading to a master's degree.

Paralegal Studies

Designed to train graduates to work under the supervision of attorneys in law offices, government agencies, and businesses. Available in traditional and online formats; students must pass the ENG 099 Writing Proficiency Examination during their first semester.

Paralegal Studies (Post-Baccalaureate)

A 27-hour certificate in Paralegal Studies available to students who already have a baccalaureate degree. Students must pass the ENG 099 Writing Proficiency Examination during their first semester.

Photography

A Bachelor of Fine Arts program in the Department of Art with an emphasis in photography.

Physical Education: K-12

Prepares students for a teaching license in physical education. Students may also select a supplemental endorsement or a minor in a subject matter field.

Physician Assistant Studies

The Physician Assistant Program is a 30-month program of study leading to a Master of Science in Medicine degree, the entry-level professional degree required for physician assistants to practice medicine in the United States. The Program admits a cohort of 36 students once each year at the beginning of the summer semester and prepares graduates for the Physician Assistant National Certification Exam (PANCE).

Physics

A Bachelor of Science in Physics offered by the Department of Engineering, Computer Science and Physics.

Piano Pedagogy

The Master of Music in Piano Pedagogy is designed for the student possessing an undergraduate degree in music who wishes to pursue advanced study in piano pedagogy. Candidates prepare for a career teaching piano in private and group settings and for further study at the doctoral level.

Political Science (B.A.)

Students planning to pursue graduate work in Political Science are advised to select the B.A. degree. A minimum of fifty percent of all coursework applied toward the major must be earned at Mississippi College.

Political Science (B.S.)

The Bachelor of Science in Political Science; students who plan to attend law school are advised to select this degree. A minimum of fifty percent of coursework applied toward the major must be earned at Mississippi College.

Pre-Occupational Therapy

A degree program designed to provide students with prerequisite courses for application to a professional school of occupational therapy. Completion of the degree does not guarantee admission to an OT program.

Pre-Physical Therapy

A degree program designed to provide students with prerequisite courses for application to a professional school of physical therapy. Completion of the degree does not guarantee admission to a PT program.

Professional Counseling

The Doctor of Professional Counseling is an online program designed to meet the career advancement goals of licensed professional counselors who wish to develop clinical specialization and achieve parity with other allied health and educational professionals. It requires a minimum of 72 hours beyond a master's in Marriage and Family Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, or other related professional degree.

Psychology (B.A.)

Designed primarily as preparation for graduate study, helping students become effective scientist-practitioners who apply psychological principles from a Christian perspective. Students must meet all University Core Curriculum requirements for the Bachelor of Arts degree.

Psychology (B.S.)

The Bachelor of Science option in psychology, preparing students for further training and/or entry-level employment in the discipline.

Public Affairs Communication

A Master of Science built on the 18-hour graduate communication core plus 12 hours of required program courses in communication law, strategic crisis communication, and approved electives in information security, emergency management, or management.

Public Health

Provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the core areas of public health, including epidemiology, biostatistics, environmental health, health policy, and social and behavioral sciences. Students gain practical experience through internships and community engagement projects.

Public Health (for Non-Nursing Students)

A 12-hour certificate for non-nursing students covering professionalism in healthcare, foundations of healthcare systems, introduction to public health, and emerging issues in global health.

Public Health (for Nursing Students)

A 12-hour certificate for nursing students covering introduction to public health, emerging issues in global health, principles of epidemiology, and one additional public health elective.

Public Relations

An 18-credit-hour certificate program in Public Relations available to students who have earned the baccalaureate degree. All 18 hours must be completed at Mississippi College. Credit earned may later be applied to a graduate degree program in the department, although completion does not guarantee admission to a degree program.

School Counseling

The mission of the School Counseling Program is to help students acquire core competencies, knowledge, and skill necessary to perform effectively as school counselors. Completion assists graduates in applying for licensure as a school counselor, National Counseling Certification, and licensure as a professional counselor. The program is accredited by CACREP and requires a minimum of 60 semester hours.

Social Studies

The Department of History and the School of Education and Human Sciences offer course work leading to a Master of Education in Social Studies (History/Political Science), a secondary subject endorsement area. The program includes 12 hours of professional education core courses and 18 hours in history or political science.

Social Studies Education

Designed specifically for students wishing to teach social studies in secondary schools. In lieu of a minor, students complete all requirements for secondary education licensure as prescribed by the Department of Teacher Education and Leadership.

Social Work

Prepares students for entry-level generalist social work practice with diverse individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities in a changing global social environment, and for continued study at the graduate level. The program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.

Spanish

Students who elect to major in Spanish must complete 24 semester hours of Spanish courses numbered higher than 202 and complete a minor in a related department.

Special Education (SPED)

The purpose of the M.Ed. in SPED is to provide the quality training needed to meet the needs of special education students with highly qualified SPED teachers. The program is offered for candidates who already hold an undergraduate education degree and is offered in traditional and online modalities.

Sports Communication

Students are prepared to work in a variety of sports-related careers at the professional, college, and high school levels. Emphasis is placed on the development of communication skills designed to be employed in administrative and creative roles.

Sports Management

Combines liberal arts, kinesiology, and business in a curriculum focused on preparing individuals for careers in the sports industry.

Sports Ministry

Designed for students interested in careers with Christian athletic organizations or church-based sports programs.

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)

The M.Ed. in STEM education is for students who want to become STEM education specialists. This interdisciplinary program integrates all four component disciplines, and participants develop critical thinking skills using the Engineering Design Process to solve real-world problems through Project-Based Learning challenges. Offered in an online format.

Strategic Communication

Students study theory and principles of strategic communication, risk communication, human psychology and behavior, public relations in both corporate and non-profit settings, and interpersonal communication. The program equips students to use critical thinking and analysis to develop and implement communication strategies that advance organizational missions and goals.

Studio Art (B.A.)

A liberal arts degree in studio art. Art majors must complete at least 21 semester hours of art at the junior-senior level, and all seniors participate in a portfolio art exhibit.

Studio Art (B.F.A.)

The professional Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art, offered with track requirements in ceramics, painting, or sculpture. All seniors are required to participate in a portfolio art exhibit.

Teacher Leadership

This Specialist Degree in Teacher Leadership is for current educators who have demonstrated leadership abilities in their schools by taking on leadership roles such as lead teacher, department head, grade-level chair, committee chair, or professional learning community leader. Candidates learn research-based strategies and best practices for leading fellow educators.

Teaching Arts

This program enables candidates to seek Mississippi Alternate Route Licensure with Elementary (4-6), Elementary K-6, Secondary 7-12, or K-12 concentrations. The MAT for Elementary Education (K-6) alternate route licensure pathway leads to Class AA (master's degree level) licensure. Offered in both traditional and online formats.

Three-Three Law/Administration of Justice Program

An accelerated pre-law path allowing qualified students to count their first year of law school coursework (30 hours) toward the 130-hour undergraduate degree.

Three-Three Law/Business Administration

An accelerated pre-law path in which qualified business students complete 100 semester hours of undergraduate coursework and count their first year of law school coursework toward the B.S.B.A. degree.

Three-Three Law/English Program

An accelerated pre-law path in which qualified students count their first year of law school coursework (30 hours) toward the 130-hour undergraduate degree. Ordinarily a 26 ACT or 1180 SAT qualifies a student, and a 3.25 GPA is expected.

Three-Three Law/History Program

An accelerated pre-law path allowing qualified students to count their first year of law school coursework (30 hours) toward the 130-hour undergraduate degree.

Three-Three Law/Political Science Program

An accelerated pre-law path allowing qualified students to count their first year of law school coursework toward the undergraduate degree in political science.

Trauma-Informed Practice

Overall clinical competencies of the program include the development of a neurobiologically-informed and strengths-based approach to trauma-informed practice with vulnerable and at-risk populations from a social justice perspective. Social workers completing the certificate are prepared to assume leadership roles as trauma specialists. Requires an MSW degree and a social work license.

Visual Arts

A minimum of 60 hours of graduate work in art is required in either a two-dimensional or three-dimensional studio concentration, selected in consultation with the graduate coordinator and the studio area coordinator. Candidates complete a 12-hour core and six hours of studio thesis, which is a studio and written project demonstrating the ability to solve a creative problem in visual art at a professional level.

Voice Performance and Pedagogy

The Master of Music in Voice Performance and Pedagogy is designed for the student possessing an undergraduate degree in music with a voice emphasis. The program encompasses the study and performance of advanced literature, advanced pedagogical study, and its practical application.

Worship Leadership

A Bachelor of Arts in the Department of Music preparing students for worship leadership. Students may audition for the Worship Ensemble to fulfill part of the ensemble requirement.