University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

Accountancy

UWL accountancy majors have the technical knowledge and the practical experience that puts them in demand for both entry-level positions and throughout their careers. Internships are a big part of the practical experience opportunity. Career Services data (https:// www.uwlax.edu/aaccs/facultystaff/utilizing-career-services/#tm-uwl- employment-and-internship-statistics) shows that the Accountancy Program is usually the most active internship program at UWL. Accountancy internships are well-paid.

Art

Art Education

Artificial Intelligence Ethics

Biochemistry with ASBMB Certification

Biology

Broadfield Social Studies Education

Business Analytics

Why major in business analytics? We live in a data driven world. Business analytics (BA) is the ability to use statistics, quantitative analysis, and information modeling to shape and make business decisions. The business analytics major features a multi-disciplinary curriculum that focuses on developing new insights and understanding of business performance based on data and statistical methods. The program incorporates a wide range of required and elective courses covering topics including: st

Chemistry

Chinese Proficiency

Clinical Laboratory Science

Communication Studies

Computer Engineering

Have you ever seen pictures of computer chips, circuit boards, wires, and wondered how these machines work? For students that enjoy math and physics, have a keen attention to detail, think logically, and enjoy a challenge, the computer engineering major at UWL might be a perfect fit. Computer engineers develop new computer hardware systems and write the software to support these systems. Students will take classes in software development, digital and analog circuit design, hardware/ software int

Computer Programming

Computer Science

Computer science is a broad and very useful discipline that many other fields of study depend on. Computer science is the study of computing systems and the software processes that control them. Computer scientists have developed powerful algorithms in the areas of artificial intelligence, data mining, machine learning, computer vision, security, and a host of other areas. These algorithms are then used for medical imaging, stock market analysis, computer graphics, video processing, and many oth

Database Modeling

Data Science

Early Childhood Education and Special Education

Economics

Elementary and Middle Education

Engineering Physics

In today’s high-tech world, the boundaries between the traditional engineering disciplines are blurring, producing the need for engineers that are adaptable and have a broad knowledge base. The engineering physics major focusses on the physical and mathematical fundamentals of mechanical, electrical, civil, optical and materials engineering and includes a solid foundation in physics, mathematics, chemistry, and electronics. Embedded in the program are opportunities for students to take part in u

English

English Education

Environmental Microbiology

Environmental Science

Exercise and Sport Science

Finance

The Finance Program at UW-La Crosse provides an excellent mix of theoretical and practical knowledge. Students are exposed to a variety of teaching methods ranging from lectures and group discussions to problem-solving case analysis and independent studies. The program provides a foundation in the primary financial areas: corporate finance, investments, and financial institutions. Students then have the flexibility to explore the basic areas in greater detail or to branch out in other financial

Food and Nutrition Sciences

Food Microbiology

French

French Education

French Proficiency

Geography

Geography: Geographic Information Science Concentration

Gerontology

History

The history major is the most comprehensive of the history majors, with requirements that diversify the degree to cover as much of the world as can be done in a 40-credit undergraduate degree. Like all majors, this one requires the completion of two courses unique to history students (HIS 200 and HIS 490), and then three courses from the 200- level surveys of regional history. Along with that foundation, the world history major requires the completion of the following: two courses on U.S. histor

Hmong and Hmong-American Studies

Human Rights and Criminal Justice

Information Systems

Why major in information systems? Discover how to improve processes where people and technology come together. Information systems (IS) is concerned with the planning, analysis, design, and implementation of information systems. Students develop and use computer-based information systems in business environments in preparation for careers in information technology-related areas. Businesses worldwide depend heavily on advanced information systems for managing information and business operations c

International Business

Management

The management major aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively manage people and processes in today's global and diverse business environment. The management coursework is designed to help students understand the theory and practice of management, how to be socially responsible leaders and team members, to make evidence-based decisions and to communicate effectively in a variety of organizational settings. To this end, the management department has identified t

Marketing

The Department of Marketing faculty at UW-La Crosse considers the educational, personal, and professional development of marketing students to be their number one priority. The Department of Marketing is dedicated to providing an in-depth understanding of marketing activity, in both domestic and international settings. Graduates are prepared to enter a variety of marketing related positions upon graduation. Students in this major are presented with opportunities to more fully develop and explore

Mathematics

Mathematics Education

Medical Microbiology and Immunology

Microbiology

Music

Music Education

Nuclear Medicine Technology

Outdoor, Recreation, Tourism and Event Management

Philosophy

Physical, Adapted, and School Health Education

Physics

In today’s high-tech world, the boundaries between the traditional engineering disciplines are blurring, producing the need for engineers that are adaptable and have a broad knowledge base. The engineering physics major focusses on the physical and mathematical fundamentals of mechanical, electrical, civil, optical and materials engineering and includes a solid foundation in physics, mathematics, chemistry, and electronics. Embedded in the program are opportunities for students to take part in u

Political Science

Professional and Technical Writing

Psychology

Public Administration

Public Health and Community Health Education

Race, Gender, and Sexuality Studies

Radiologic Science

Recreational Therapy

Therapeutic recreation specialists assist persons with disabilities or illnesses to improve their functioning and quality of life. This is achieved through the development of a meaningful leisure lifestyle. Comprehensive recreational therapy services include an approach based on the needs, interests, abilities, and strengths of clients. Services are offered on a continuum of care which includes treatment (which incorporates recreation activities to improve functional abilities and assist in diag

Russian Studies

Society, Health, and Medicine

Sociology

Sociology is the study of human groups and how the group influences social behavior. The field is both a science and a philosophy, seeking to answer questions about human behavior through the use of scientific methods. Sociology gives us new and important knowledge about the social world. The focus of the sociology major is to prepare students with the methodological background and analytical skills necessary for working in today’s world, while allowing students to gain a basic understanding of

Spanish

Spanish Education

Spanish for Business and Organizations

Spanish for the Health Professions

Statistics

Theatre Arts

Web Design

Web Developer