University of Northwestern-St Paul

Accounting (B.A.)

The Accounting major is designed to prepare students for careers as corporate accountants, financial officers, internal auditors, governmental accountants, non-profit accountants, fraud examiners, or financial analysts.

Accounting (B.S.)

The Accounting major is designed to prepare students for careers as corporate accountants, financial officers, internal auditors, governmental accountants, non-profit accountants, fraud examiners, or financial analysts.

Animation & Illustration

The Animation & Illustration major is designed to promote breadth of knowledge in visual arts, design, and communication, with specific coursework in traditional and digital animation.

Applied Mathematics

Applied Mathematics is a bachelor's degree program offered at University of Northwestern-St Paul.

Art (B.A.)

The Art major prepares the student for a career in studio production, providing basic art knowledge and skills using a variety of media and employing concepts drawn from aesthetics, art history and art criticism.

Art (B.S.)

The Art major prepares the student for a career in studio production, providing basic art knowledge and skills using a variety of media and employing concepts drawn from aesthetics, art history and art criticism.

Bible

The Certificate in Bible is designed for those desiring concentrated training in the Word of God, providing tools for continuing Bible study and effective Christian witness.

Bible

The Associate of Arts and Bible program is designed to prepare the graduate for transfer to an upper-level degree program at Northwestern or another institution, with a focus on biblical studies.

Biblical & Theological Studies

The Biblical & Theological Studies major is designed to provide in-depth study and preparation in Bible and related areas and subjects, for teaching, graduate study, pre-seminary preparation, or high proficiency in biblical studies.

Biochemistry

Biochemistry is a bachelor's degree program offered at University of Northwestern-St Paul.

Biology

Biology is a bachelor's degree program offered at University of Northwestern-St Paul.

Business Administration (B.A.)

The Business Administration major is designed to prepare students for a variety of management careers in for-profit firms or nonprofit organizations. It is the most flexible of the business majors.

Business Administration (B.S.)

The Business Administration major is designed to prepare students for a variety of management careers in for-profit firms or nonprofit organizations. Offered on campus and online (AU Online).

Communication Arts/Literature Education

A teacher education major leading to licensure in communication arts and literature, offered through the Department of Teacher Education.

Communication Studies (B.A.)

The Communication Studies major is designed to prepare students with foundational communication principles and relational communication skills for a wide variety of contexts and careers that involve working with people.

Communication Studies (B.S.)

The Communication Studies major is designed to prepare students with foundational communication principles and relational communication skills for a wide variety of contexts and careers that involve working with people.

Computer Science

Computer Science is a bachelor's degree program offered at University of Northwestern-St Paul.

Computer Science

An associate degree in computer science offered on campus and online (AU Online).

Criminal Justice (B.A.)

The Criminal Justice major educates students in the fundamental concepts, knowledge, and skills of the criminal justice system with a biblical curriculum focused on service, integrity, and the development of leadership in the field.

Criminal Justice (B.S.)

The Criminal Justice major educates students in the fundamental concepts, knowledge, and skills of the criminal justice system with a biblical curriculum focused on service, integrity, and the development of leadership in the field.

Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity is a bachelor's degree program offered at University of Northwestern-St Paul.

Elementary Education

A teacher education major leading to elementary education licensure, offered through the Department of Teacher Education.

Engineering

Engineering is a bachelor's degree program offered at University of Northwestern-St Paul.

English as a Second Language Education

A teacher education major leading to licensure in English as a Second Language, offered through the Department of Teacher Education.

English (B.A.)

The English major is divided into three concentrations: literature, writing, and literature and writing, preparing students for a broad range of professions and ministries as well as advanced degrees.

English (B.S.)

The English major is divided into three concentrations: literature, writing, and literature and writing, preparing students for a broad range of professions and ministries as well as advanced degrees.

Finance (B.A.)

The Finance major is designed to train undergraduate students to understand and utilize the concepts of business finance commonly used in today's corporate and investment communities.

Finance (B.S.)

The Finance major is designed to train undergraduate students to understand and utilize the concepts of business finance commonly used in today's corporate and investment communities.

General Studies

The Associate of Arts in General Studies is designed for students who have zero or minimal prior college credits, providing foundational coursework designed with a Christian worldview. Offered online (AU Online).

Graphic Design (B.A.)

The Graphic Design major prepares the student for a career in graphic design, providing basic and advanced instruction in the techniques, technology, and critical-thinking strategies necessary for the field.

Graphic Design (B.S.)

The Graphic Design major prepares the student for a career in graphic design, providing basic and advanced instruction in the techniques, technology, and critical-thinking strategies necessary for the field.

Healthcare Management

The Certificate in Healthcare Management is designed to prepare students for careers in the healthcare industry by exploring the unique people, processes, and philosophies of healthcare settings. Offered on campus and online (AU Online).

Healthcare Management

The Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management is designed to prepare students for management and leadership roles in healthcare organizations. Offered online (AU Online).

Health Sciences

Health Sciences is a bachelor's degree program offered at University of Northwestern-St Paul.

History (B.A.)

The History major is designed to provide students with a broad, general knowledge of the political, social, and cultural history of a variety of geographical regions and time periods.

History (B.S.)

The History major is designed to provide students with a broad, general knowledge of the political, social, and cultural history of a variety of geographical regions and time periods.

Intercultural Studies (B.A.)

The Intercultural Studies major is designed to promote interest in and develop skills for intercultural work and ministry both in North America and overseas.

Intercultural Studies (B.S.)

The Intercultural Studies major is designed to promote interest in and develop skills for intercultural work and ministry both in North America and overseas.

Interdisciplinary Studies (B.A.)

The Interdisciplinary Studies student, in consultation with faculty advisors, designs a coherent program of study that meets specific academic goals across two primary disciplines.

Interdisciplinary Studies (B.S.)

The Interdisciplinary Studies student, in consultation with faculty advisors, designs a coherent program of study that meets specific academic goals across two primary disciplines.

Kinesiology

The Kinesiology major offers students preparation in the field of health and wellness or preparation for further study in clinical-health-related fields.

Liberal Studies

The Associate of Arts in Liberal Studies is designed to prepare the graduate for transfer to an upper-level degree program at Northwestern or another institution.

Marketing (B.A.)

The Marketing major is designed to prepare students for careers in marketing management, product or brand management, public relations, advertising, promotion, and marketing research.

Marketing (B.S.)

The Marketing major is designed to prepare students for careers in marketing management, product or brand management, public relations, advertising, promotion, and marketing research.

Mathematics Education

A teacher education major leading to licensure in mathematics, offered through the Department of Teacher Education.

Mechanical Engineering

The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering curriculum provides students with a varied and balanced educational experience combining theoretical concepts and practical applications within a Christian worldview.

Media Production

The Media Production major is home to the Media Entertainment Lab (the MEL) and is designed to prepare students for careers in traditional and emerging media.

Ministry (B.A.)

The Ministry major is a flexible program emphasizing studies which prepare the student for a career of ministry in the local church, parachurch, or nonprofit ministries. Offered on campus and online (AU Online).

Ministry (B.S.)

The Ministry major is a flexible program emphasizing studies which prepare the student for a career of ministry in the local church, parachurch, or nonprofit ministries. Offered on campus and online (AU Online).

Music (B.A.)

The Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in Music is designed for the musically talented student interested in studying music within the context of Scripture and the liberal arts.

Music (B.S.)

The Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in Music is designed for the musically talented student interested in studying music within the context of Scripture and the liberal arts.

Music Composition

The Bachelor of Music in Composition is a professional degree for the musically talented student interested in a highly intensive, in-depth study of music within the context of Scripture and the liberal arts.

Music Education

The Music Education major is designed to prepare students to teach music in grades K-12 in private or public schools.

Music Performance

The Bachelor of Music in Music Performance is a professional degree for the musically talented student interested in a highly intensive, in-depth study of music within the context of Scripture and the liberal arts.

Nonprofit Leadership (B.A.)

A four-year major that prepares students for leadership positions in the nonprofit sector, combining multiple ministry courses with business courses and an internship.

Nonprofit Leadership (B.S.)

A four-year major that prepares students for leadership positions in the nonprofit sector, combining multiple ministry courses with business courses and an internship.

Nursing

Nursing is a bachelor's degree program offered at University of Northwestern-St Paul.

Pastoral Ministry (B.A.)

The Pastoral Ministry major prepares students to serve in general pastoral ministry or as a future member of a church planting team, and lays a foundation for seminary/graduate study.

Pastoral Ministry (B.S.)

The Pastoral Ministry major prepares students to serve in general pastoral ministry or as a future member of a church planting team, and lays a foundation for seminary/graduate study.

Philosophy

The Philosophy major is designed to develop capacities for sustained and careful thinking about fundamental questions regarding the world and life and for extended critical conversation regarding others' worldviews.

Physical Education & Health

A teacher education major leading to licensure in physical education and health, offered through the Department of Teacher Education.

Politics, History, and Economics (B.A.)

The Politics, History, and Economics (PHE) major is an interdisciplinary program designed to equip students to contribute to the common good and human flourishing through understanding the structures and dynamics of public life.

Politics, History, and Economics (B.S.)

The Politics, History, and Economics (PHE) major is an interdisciplinary program designed to equip students to contribute to the common good and human flourishing through understanding the structures and dynamics of public life.

Psychology

The Psychology major prepares students within a Christian context by educating them in four domains: psychological knowledge, scientific methodology, ethics, and communication skills. Offered on campus and online (AU Online).

Psychology

The Associate of Arts in Psychology is designed for students who have zero or minimal prior college credits, completing general education and psychology coursework designed with a Christian worldview. Offered online (AU Online).

Social Studies Education

A teacher education major leading to licensure in social studies, offered through the Department of Teacher Education.

Sports Management

The sports management major focuses on preparing students with leadership, business, and operations training within a sports industry context.

Theatre (B.A.)

Theatre at University of Northwestern builds upon its tradition of integrating the arts into a Christian worldview, allowing students to explore and experience every aspect of theatre.

Theatre (B.S.)

Theatre at University of Northwestern builds upon its tradition of integrating the arts into a Christian worldview, allowing students to explore and experience every aspect of theatre.

Visual Arts Education (B.A.)

A teacher education major leading to K-12 licensure in visual arts, offered through the Department of Teacher Education.

Visual Arts Education (B.S.)

A teacher education major leading to K-12 licensure in visual arts, offered through the Department of Teacher Education.

Youth Studies (B.A.)

The Youth Studies major prepares students to establish, develop and evaluate a ministry to youth and emerging adults in local church, parachurch, and nonprofit contexts.

Youth Studies (B.S.)

The Youth Studies major prepares students to establish, develop and evaluate a ministry to youth and emerging adults in local church, parachurch, and nonprofit contexts.