Wilmington College

Accounting

Accounting concerns the collection, processing, and reporting of information about the financial performance of economic organizations. The accounting program at Wilmington College is designed to prepare students for a wide variety of career options in public accounting, industry, and government. The program emphasizes development of both the ability to use the outputs of the accounting process and the skills necessary to design, operate, and manage accounting information systems.

Adolescence to Young Adult and Career Technical Education

The Adolescence to Young Adult major leads to a license to teach a specific content area in grades 7-12, and the Agriscience Education major leads to a Career Technical Education license for grades 4-12. For the Adolescence to Young Adult major students complete the Education major at the same time as a content major in History, English, Mathematics or Biology life sciences. Agriscience Education majors complete the Education major at the same time as the Agriculture major.

Agriculture

The Master of Agriculture Program at Wilmington College has been approved by The Higher Learning Commission and the Ohio Department of Higher Education. The curriculum covers foundations of agricultural business and agri-communities, problems and policies of the agricultural sector, research design, agricultural development, agricultural leadership theory and behavior, and experiential learning in agriculture.

Agriculture

The Agriculture program enriches the broad general education provided by Wilmington College with basic courses designed to prepare students either for graduate programs or for participation in the food systems industry. This includes production, processing, management, finance, marketing, research, and other varied professions.

Applied Social Science

The Applied Social Science major offers students the opportunity to pursue careers in public health, government, non-profits, international studies, and law. Students study human interactions within society, governmental policy, research methods and more specific areas depending on the concentration they choose. The major encourages students to examine problems in society and apply human-centered approaches to resolving them at the local, national and international context.

Biology

The Biology Program is designed to prepare students for careers in biology-related fields while simultaneously developing within the student an appreciation for the complexity, grandeur, and inherent value of biological systems. Students gain a comprehensive overview of all areas of biology in the Biological Sciences I and II survey courses, then specialize through upper-level courses and a capstone research experience.

Business Administration

The Business Administration major is designed for students who have career goals involving various aspects of finance, management, marketing, cybersecurity or logistics. Whether students seek careers after graduation in a Fortune 500 company or an entrepreneurial start-up, they will be presented with both the theoretical and practical applications of business concepts.

Chemistry

Chemistry majors and minors are in demand in the work place, and Wilmington College graduates successfully pursue careers in industry, analytical laboratories, pharmaceutical labs, and lab management. The hands-on emphasis in the laboratory, and the College's small size and close student/faculty relationships, are uniquely suited to developing the skills needed for success in these areas.

Communication Arts

The Communication Arts program seeks to develop student potential in the areas of written, oral, visual, and multimedia communication. The program stresses the interconnectedness of the different modes of communication and builds upon the strong liberal arts emphasis of the College. Students learn through critical thinking and practical experience how to use tools and techniques in the world of professional communication.

Criminal Justice

The criminal justice major offers students the opportunity to pursue careers in law enforcement, corrections, probation and parole, and law. Majors examine the institutions, procedures, and techniques involved in the identification and apprehension of suspects, the enforcement of criminal laws, and the reintegration of offenders. The interdisciplinary program of study combines course work in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Sociology, and Political Science.

Education Studies

This major does not lead to a state teaching license, and students do not need to complete OAE tests or field work. Instead students complete two internships that align with their intended career. Students choose from concentrations offered within the major.

English

An English major meets the needs of students who want a general background in the discipline as well as those wishing to prepare for professional or graduate study. English courses complement any field of study that requires the development of good writing and critical thinking skills. Students have used the English major to prepare for careers in teaching, law, journalism, publishing, and public relations as well as agriculture, business, medicine, counseling, science, and social work.

Equine Business Management

The Equine Business Management major offers core classes in both the Equine and Business areas, with coursework centered on communication, science, and business management as it pertains to the equine industry. Upon completing the degree, students will have the knowledge and skill set to be competitive upon entering the work force or the background to continue with specialized academic or vocational pursuits in the equine industry.

Exercise Science

The Exercise Science program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in various health and fitness occupations or for graduate education in exercise science or other pre-professional, health-related disciplines such as athletic training, physical therapy, physician assistance or medicine. Students must complete one of two concentration areas: Allied Health or Sport Nutrition.

History

Those who attempt to understand history have a distinct advantage in a time of instant news and high technology. Such an advantage is obvious for those seeking jobs in teaching, journalism, government service, or communications. A good historical background also serves well for those who enter the world of law, business, banking, archival and library work, or museums and historical societies.

K-12 Intervention Specialist

This major leads to a license to teach special education in grades K-12. Candidates must select from either a Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Intensive concentration.

Mathematics

For centuries, knowledge of mathematics has been essential for the study and practice of science and engineering, and it is essential in many other areas of study as well. The courses offered in mathematics are intended to meet a variety of needs. Some students will concentrate in mathematics in preparation for teaching the subject, for pursuing a career in business or industry, or for further study at the graduate level.

Middle Childhood Education

The Middle Childhood major prepares candidates for the Ohio Middle Childhood License covering grades 4 through 9. Candidates must complete the required education coursework plus 20 hours of approved coursework in each of two content areas selected from Mathematics, English, Science, and Social Studies.

Occupational Therapy

The entry-level occupational therapy master's degree program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). Graduates of the program will be eligible to sit for the national certification examination for the occupational therapist administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).

Organizational Leadership

The Master of Organizational Leadership (MOL) is designed to build leadership, interpersonal, and organizational skills, while also strengthening the emotional intelligence and critical thinking skills that working students are already using in their professional lives.

Primary Education

This major leads to a license to teach general education in grades PreK-5. Candidates must satisfy Teacher Education Program candidacy requirements and complete student teaching along with academic and field requirements.

Primary Education/Intervention Specialist

This dual-license major prepares candidates for the Primary Education Intervention Specialist License covering Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 5 in both general and special education. Candidates complete the required education coursework, teacher education candidacy, and student teaching.

Psychology

Psychology is the scientific study of the brain and behavior. Psychology majors learn about human behavior, experiences, and the functioning of the mind in relation to biological, cognitive, developmental, social, personality, and abnormal aspects. The major is designed to give students the academic foundation for success in graduate study and for employment in applied areas of psychology such as social work, counseling, education, business, and human services.

Religion and Philosophy

Studying religion at Wilmington College offers the opportunity to explore not only the Quaker tradition informing the history and mission of the College, but also the broader Christian tradition and other major religions of the world. Philosophy attempts to integrate all human thought and experience into a meaningful whole through clear, logical, and creative thought.

Social Work

The Social Work major is designed to prepare students for beginning social work practice and/or for graduate professional education. Students who satisfactorily complete the undergraduate curriculum in social work are eligible to apply for licensure as a Licensed Social Worker in the State of Ohio. An integral part of the program is an educationally planned, professionally supervised field placement providing experiential learning at an appropriate social work setting.

Spanish

Spanish is in tremendous demand by employers from a variety of disciplines across the United States, including business, government, banking, criminal justice, law, education, agriculture, social work, religion, and political science. The focus of the major is spoken Spanish, as that is the skill most in demand by employers. The other linguistic skills of reading, writing, and listening comprehension are also practiced and will be commensurate with speaking skills.

Sport Management

Sport Management is a four-year program of study designed to prepare students for employment in wellness, sport, and sports-related enterprises. Students focus on business skills such as financial management, marketing, and legal questions associated with the field as well as a solid foundation of philosophy, principles, and objectives of the sport and wellness industry. The major requires an internship experience that complements classroom learning and provides valuable on-the-job experience.

Theatre

The Theatre Department prepares students for competency in all areas of theatre, including acting and directing, design and technical theatre, theatre history, and dramatic literature, so that students can acquire a strong foundation for further training in professional theatre. The theatre curriculum offers students an opportunity to undertake intensive study in an important field of the creative arts while pursuing a liberal arts education.