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Undergraduate Majors + Programs
Majors + Programs
ESU offers 200+ academic programs. With a wide range of options, you can choose the major that will help you achieve your goals. Whatever they are.
What would you do with your degree? Would you take your nursing degree across the globe, battling childhood diseases to areas most in need? Would you take your business degree and create jobs in your hometown? Or would you use your communication degree to create social media campaigns for the American Cancer Society? At ESU your possibilities are limitless. Explore our programs below.
Accounting
Bachelor of Science in Business
Accounting majors are great at numbers, are always in demand and have versatile career options including management, corporate finance, consulting, small business owner, public accountant.
Accounting Services
Business Administration, Concentration
Students will stand out to future employers by showing flexibility with a background in Business Administration. The program has eight concentrations so students can pursue their interests.
Art-BA
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Arts in Art students pursue a well-rounded liberal-arts program of study, and elect a second area of study (for example, marketing, journalism, or public relations) to develop alternate career options. Art majors can become art therapists, teachers, professional studio artists, graphic designers, marketing directors, medical illustrators, gallery assistants and much more.
Art-BFA
Bachelor of Fine Arts
This program of studies is designed to prepare students to work professionally in an art field or to study at the advanced level at a graduate or professional school. Students complete coursework focused on a concentrated subject area. ESU offers BFA concentrations in the following studio areas: Ceramics, Engraving Arts, Glass, Graphic Design, Painting, Photography, Printmaking and Sculpture.
Art Education (Grades PreK-12)
Bachelor of Science in Education
If you want to teach art in elementary, middle or high school, the teacher education program is available at ESU. The Department of Art partners with the department overseeing middle and secondary education. ESU excels in teacher education, as it has for over 125 years.
Athletic Training
Bachelor of Science
Athletic trainers are healthcare professionals who collaborate with physicians to provide preventative services, emergency care, therapeutic intervention, and rehabilitation. ATs are always in the action providing emergency care, therapy and rehab treatments for athletic teams, fitness centers/gyms, community programs. This is also a pre-professional preparation field for physical therapy, chiropractic care, and other health-related programs.
Biochemistry Concentration
Bachelor of Science, Concentration
ESU chemistry offers an American Chemical Society (ACS) certified degree (the best in the nation!) to equip students with an understanding of scientific discovery. Our chemistry program prepares students for advanced study and immediate employment in a variety of laboratories and other options. We offer concentrations in biochemistry, environmental chemistry, pre-pharmacy, pre-medical and pre-chemical engineering pathways.
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Bachelor of Science
Research new ways to treat disease, fight bioterrorism, improve crop production and more. Or prepare for medical school or admission to ESU’s Forensic Science Program.
Biology-BA
Bachelor of Arts
The Bachelor of Arts major in biology is for students desiring a broad, liberal education. Students seeking this degree are typically preparing for an interdisciplinary professional career which requires exposure and training in the life sciences (e.g. scientific sales/marketing, scientific writing or science policy). Some degree options include scientific sales/marketing, science journalism and science policy/regulation/ethics and law. This degree is not appropriate for students desiring to do advanced studies in biology or to be employed as a professional biologist.
Biology Education-Teaching
Bachelor of Science in Education
The secondary education program in The Teachers College works in partnership with the biology department so you will be well-prepared in both biology and teacher education.
Botany
Bachelor of Science, Concentration
The botany concentration consists of our core biology courses to provide a broad background in all areas of biology and specific upper-level classes in plant taxonomy, plant physiology and plant ecology. As a biology major at ESU, you will be exposed to the principles which underlie this science of living things.
Business Administration
Bachelor of Science in Business
Looking for a business degree but wanting flexibility? Stand out to your future employers by showing flexibility with a background in Business Administration from Emporia State. Explore the areas of business you find most interesting with our eight concentrations, while also gaining a solid working knowledge of other areas. This program is offered on campus or fully online.
Business Administration Online Degree
Bachelor of Science in Business
The Business Administration online program is designed for students who want the flexibility of online learning. This 4-year fully online program is designed for working adults or for students who can’t fit face-to-face learning into their busy schedules.
Business Data Analytics
Bachelor of Science in Business, Concentration
Learn how data acquisition, management, transformation, analysis, and presentation come together to analyze data in support of competitive business decisions. Graduates will be in high demand in any organization.
Business Education (Grades 6-12)
Bachelor of Science in Education
Are you interested in business, yet want the rewards and satisfaction from teaching others? Business Education majors will learn how to effectively teach business and computer classes at the middle and secondary school levels.
Ceramics-Art
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Concentration
The ceramics program at ESU introduces students to handbuilding, wheelthrowing and casting processes in clay as well as a range of surface design, glazing, and firing approaches, and from the beginning provides exhibition experience through coursework. In addition to technical/material understanding and skill development, students develop awareness of the history of the medium as well as contemporary applications and practices.
Chemistry-BA
Bachelor of Arts
Learn more about the building blocks of life and matter. The chemistry faculty at Emporia State University have a tradition of excellence that will propel you to a successful career. Career options include environmental, pharmaceutical or food laboratories.
Chemistry-BS
Bachelor of Science
The nature of all substances and how they interact with each other. Career options include business, research, pharmaceutical, toxicology and education fields. ESU offers an American Chemical Society accredited program which is recognized in the discipline as the premier chemistry major.
Chemistry Education (Grades 6-12)
Bachelor of Science in Education
Gain a deep working knowledge of chemistry paired with award-winning secondary education courses to teach chemistry at the high school level and beyond.
Child Maltreatment and Family Violence
Bachelor of Science, Concentration
The concentration in Child Maltreatment and Family Violence is recommended for students interested in expanding their knowledge and education in the area of child abuse and domestic violence, and training and field experience in serving this population.
Communication-BA
Bachelor of Arts
A versatile and invaluable member of the team, communication majors fill roles in corporate communication, marketing, leadership, public relations, human resources, creative directing, lobbying and more.
Communication-BS
Bachelor of Science
A versatile and invaluable member of the team, communication majors fill roles in corporate communication, marketing, leadership, public relations, human resources, creative directing, lobbying and more.
Communication, Emerging Technology and Society
Bachelor of Science, Concentration
Students focus on the now, the emerging and the upcoming so that they can be prepared for what’s next. This concentration will take a deep dive into topics in communication and technology, including ethics, user experience, innovation and collaboration.
Communication, Emerging Technology, and Society
Bachelor of Arts, Concentration
Students focus on the now, the emerging and the upcoming so that they can be prepared for what’s next. This concentration will take a deep dive into topics in communication and technology, including ethics, user experience, innovation and collaboration.
Communication, Organizational Communication
Bachelor of Arts, Concentration
This degree prepares students for careers ranging from the area of human relations to management positions in profit and nonprofit organizations. Students examine theories and develop communication skills that will enable them to become proficient in accomplishing organizational goals with others.
Computer Science
Bachelor of Science
Computer Science graduates have a unique leg up in our modern society; there are more computing jobs than qualified people to fill them! Such a degree could lead you toward IT consulting, cyber security, database administration, multimedia programming, systems analysis, games development…virtually anything!
Correctional Services Concentration-Crime and Delinquency Studies
Crime and Delinquency Studies, Bachelor of Arts, Concentration
The concentration in correctional services will prepare our CDS majors to meet the increasing demand for correctional officers in Kansas and across the country. By completing the concentration, the students will be able to acquire the basic knowledge and skills necessary to effectively and professionally work in prisons, jails, and community corrections programs (parole and probation).
Crime and Delinquency Studies-BA
Bachelor of Arts
The Bachelor of Arts degree in Crime and Delinquency Studies traditionally has been a broad-based liberal arts degree designed to provide the student with a solid foundation in Crime and Delinquency Studies and course work in a variety of other liberal arts disciplines. The Bachelor of Arts degree program is designed primarily for those students who intend to pursue an advanced degree in Crime and Delinquency Studies, Juvenile Justice or Law.
Crime and Delinquency Studies-BS
Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science degree in Crime and Delinquency Studies is designed to provide a student with in-depth academic preparation in the field of Crime and Delinquency. The B.S. degree is designed primarily for those students who intend to pursue careers in Crime and Delinquency Studies, juvenile justice, law enforcement, government agencies, and other related fields, or who want more extensive preparation in the discipline of Crime and Delinquency Studies for advanced degree programs.
Critical and Cultural Communication
Bachelor of Arts
Prepares students for careers in governmental agencies, nonprofit organizations, and public advocacy groups or for graduate or professional school. Students explore the rhetorical or persuasive interpretation of communication in political, societal, and cultural contexts. Course offerings promote critical reflection on subjects such as, but not limited to, class, race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, the public sphere, and politics.
Dual Degree- Engineering ESU Bachelor of Science Mathematics
Engineering, Bachelor of Science
The dual-degree engineering program allows the student to complete all of the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Science with a major in mathematics in three years and one summer at Emporia State University, then complete additional hours at either Kansas State University or the University of Kansas for a Bachelor of Science in engineering.
Dual-Degree Engineering ESU Bachelor of Science Mathematics-Statistics Concentration
Engineering, Bachelor of Science
The dual-degree program in engineering allows the student to complete all of the requirements for the degree of bachelor of science with a major in mathematics, including all major requirements as well as those in general education, in three years and a summer of residence at Emporia State University.
Earth Science-BA
Bachelor of Arts
The Earth Science program in the Department of Physical Sciences provides students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience via field studies, laboratory activities, and by offering a wide variety of specialized coursework in geology, atmospheric science, hydrogeology, oceanography, geomorphology, paleontology, geographic information systems (GIS) and remote sensing.
Earth Science-BS
Bachelor of Science
The Earth Science program in the Department of Physical Sciences provides you the opportunity to gain hands-on experience via field studies, laboratory activities, and by offering a wide variety of specialized coursework in geology, atmospheric science, hydrogeology, oceanography, geomorphology, paleontology, geographic information systems (GIS) and remote sensing.
Earth & Space Science Education (Grades 6-12)
Bachelor of Science in Education
Gain a deep understanding of Earth-Space Science paired with ESU’s renowned secondary education program and become a secondary education teacher.
Ecology and Biodiversity
Bachelor of Science, Concentration
This program is appropriate for students seeking a specialized program of study in ecology and organismal biology. As a biology major at ESU, you will be exposed to the principles which underlie this science of living things. You also may engage in study leading to a more detailed understanding of the area in which you are most interested, for each of the areas is tailored to meet specific interests and needs.
E-Commerce-Business
Business Administration, Concentration
Provides the unique and valuable combination of a business and marketing education with the constantly shifting technology and principles of electronic retailing. The e-commerce concentration combines economic principles with software applications to help you use the Internet to create business opportunities.
Economics-BS
Bachelor of Science
The economics major is designed to develop and enhance critical and analytical thinking in a focused program of study. The Bachelor of Science in economics includes a broad-based exposure to economics followed by courses in intermediate microeconomics, intermediate macroeconomics, and statistics.
Elementary Education
Bachelor of Science in Education
Early in the elementary teacher education program students explore the teaching profession, issues in education, and the nature of children in the classroom through the Introduction to Teaching course. Upon completion of coursework at Emporia State, students receive a Bachelor of Science in Education (BSE) degree.
Elementary Education-Distance Partnership
Bachelor of Science in Education
Emporia State has partnership programs with Butler Community College, Johnson County Community College, and Kansas City Kansas Community College, allowing students to complete the Elementary Education program without relocating.
Engineering - Chemistry
Bachelor of Science
This program is offered in conjunction with Kansas State University and the University of Kansas. It is especially appropriate for students planning to complete degrees in agricultural, civil, chemical, or petroleum engineering. To earn the B.S. degree at Emporia State, the student must satisfy all major and general education requirements prior to transferring to KSU or KU. The student will normally fulfill the requirements for the B.S. in engineering after an additional two years at either school.
Engineering-Dual-Degree BS Physics
Pre Professional Program
Gain a dual degree in Mathematics or Physical Science and Engineering (Kansas State University or University of Kansas) through our intercollegiate dual degree program agreement.
Engineering -Earth Science
Bachelor of Science
This program is offered in conjunction with Kansas State University and the University of Kansas. It is especially appropriate for students planning to complete the degree in civil engineering. To earn the B.S. degree at Emporia State, the student must satisfy all major and general education requirements prior to transfer. The student will normally fulfill the requirements for the B.S. in engineering after an additional two years at either Kansas State University or the University of Kansas.
English-BA
Bachelor of Arts
The Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in English prepares students for careers in many fields that require strong writing and research skills, clear thinking, and creativity. Within the BA-English program, students will explore literary texts from around the world and throughout history, develop their writing and reasoning abilities, and have the opportunity to dig deeper into their own interests in the fields of literature, language, and writing.
English Education (Grades 6-12)
Bachelor of Science in Education
A Bachelor of Science in Education with an English teaching field prepares the student for a career in junior high and high school teaching. The secondary education program in The Teachers College works in partnership with the English program to prepare you in both language arts content and teacher education.
English Teaching-Middle Level Licensure
Bachelor of Science in Education
Gain a deep understanding of English including the written word, language, and literature. This program is paired with ESU’s revered secondary education program and will qualify you to teach at the secondary education level.
Engraving-Art
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Concentration
Using hand fabricated objects, you will go beyond traditional engraving applications. Early courses focus on becoming acclimated with the tools. It is this program's ambition to explore the conceptual as well as the technical side of engraving. This program welcomes all disciplines in an effort to combine techniques. Installation, ceramics, bones, metal, assemblage, printmaking, sculpture, painting, found objects (and more) are all invited into the lab for exploration.
Entrepreneurship
Business Administration, Concentration
Provides a tailor-made curriculum to professionals wishing to participate in new or small business ventures. Like any business degree, these programs cover the obvious functions such as accounting, management, and marketing.
Entrepreneurship-Interdisciplinary
Bachelor of Arts
This degree takes an interdisciplinary approach. Enroll in art classes while studying how to open your own art studio. Study communication and learn how to launch your own marketing business. Identify a need in your favorite sport and develop a product to meet that need.
Environmental Chemistry
Bachelor of Arts, Concentration
ESU chemistry offers an American Chemical Society (ACS) certified degree (the best in the nation!) to equip you with an understanding of scientific discovery. Our chemistry program prepares you for advanced study and immediate employment in a variety of laboratories and other options.
Ethnic, Gender, and Identity Studies
Major
Through the coursework for the Ethnic, Gender, and Identity Studies major, students will study multiple identities and come to understand how those identities intersect and influence one another.
Financial Services
Business Administration, Concentration
Provides students with the opportunity to have some breadth in business but concentrating on financial services. For students interested in advancing your current career in financial services or in working at a management level with a financial focus.
Fisheries and Wildlife
Bachelor of Science, Concentration
With a long history of excellence in fisheries & wildlife biology, natural history, ecology, and organismal biology, including the study of fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds, mammals, plants, and invertebrates, we offer outstanding opportunities for students to specialize in fisheries & wildlife, natural resource management, and wildlife law enforcement. ESU Fisheries & Wildlife Track students conduct research in fisheries and wildlife topics and train for careers in natural resources conservation.
General Studies
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies
This program is designed specifically for students who have completed a significant amount of college credit with a desire to finish their Bachelor's degrees for job advancement, continued studies, or personal satisfaction. In this flexible on-campus or online program, you take the classes you are interested in and expand your knowledge in multiple areas of study while completing your degree requirements in a timely fashion.
Glass Forming-Art
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Concentration
This program is designed to prepare students to work professionally the glass forming field or to study at the advanced level at a graduate or professional school. ESU has a dedicated glass studio available for student use and brings in multiple visiting artists each year for students to work with. In addition, the Glass Guild Blowout is hosted on campus every year, which brings in visiting artists and the public.
Graphic Design-Art
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Concentration
Students are prepared for the field of graphic design through courses covering print and digital delivery methods. Emphasis is placed on the development of a strong technical foundation as well as developing an individual visual vocabulary to solve real-world design challenges.
Healthcare-Biology
Bachelor of Science, Concentration
This program of study is most appropriate for students wishing to prepare for careers in the health-related professions (e.g. medicine, dentistry, optometry, medical technology, pharmacy, physical therapy, physician’s assistant or veterinary medicine). These programs will require post-baccalaureate training at another institution. The Healthcare Concentration will provide the necessary pre-requisites for acceptance into these schools.
Health Education
Bachelor of Science in Education
Health education teachers are instrumental in the well-being and healthy development of today’s youth. This program will prepare you to teach Health in schools from kindergarten all the way through high school. This is offered as a second teaching field only and must be taken with another teaching field.
Health & Human Performance
Bachelor of Science
This degree prepares you for positions in corporate health, strength & conditioning, personal training, public administration and related areas. Graduates can assume leadership roles in designing, implementing, and evaluating health promotion campaigns. Career options also exist in corporate, clinical/medical, not-for-profit organizations, commercial/private settings and academic institutions. This is also a pre-professional preparation field for physical therapy, occupational therapy, and chiropractic care.
History - BA
Bachelor of Arts
Dive deep into areas of history, specializing in a specific area of interest. Career options include community education, museums, foreign service agent for the government, consultant, education.
History - BS
Bachelor of Science
Dive deep into areas of history, specializing in a specific area of interest. Career options include community education, museums, archivist and nonprofit management, consultant, education.
History/Government: Social Studies Education (Grades 6-12)
Bachelor of Science in Education
Gain deep under of various parts of history and the social sciences, paired with ESU’s renowned education program to teach history/social studies at the secondary education level (grades 6-12).
Information Systems
Bachelor of Science in Business
A degree in Information Systems will lead to a career where your ability to develop solutions for organizing and retrieving data used in making major organizational decisions will be in high demand. After studying Information Systems, you’ll be able to develop solutions for organizing and retrieving data and use your skills to make major decisions.
Interdisciplinary Studies
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies
The Interdisciplinary Studies major is a flexible program for motivated students looking to engage with their college education on a fundamental level. Interdisciplinary Studies students take courses from multiple areas of study throughout the University and design degrees that fit their individual needs, both academically and professionally.
International Business
Business Administration, Concentration
Designed to provide a background in global business. Survival of American companies is dependent on the ability to expand into new markets. An accredited international business concentration prepares students to compete in the global market for careers around the world.
Journalism Education
Bachelor of Science in Education
Learn reporting, publication design, design, law, and ethics of journalism. Paired with ESU’s education program, graduates are prepared to teach journalism at the secondary level.
Leadership Communication
Bachelor of Arts, Concentration
Prepares students to meet personal and professional goals by acquiring communication competence to lead effectively in politics, law, business, and community. Students will examine theories and develops skills that allow them to practice leadership. Course offerings expose students to leadership in diverse settings, group experiences and conflict management.
Management
Bachelor of Science in Business
Successful management is one of the most essential elements of any organization, industry or business, as well as other professional areas. At ESU, our Management program will teach you to plan, solve problems, make educated decisions and be an adaptive leader.
Marketing
Bachelor of Science in Business
Do the phrases “Just Do It,” “I’m Lovin’ It,” and “Think Different” make you think of specific products or companies? Are you interested in branding, research, and forming a cohesive message for organizations to present to the public? Then marketing is a good fit for you! Marketing involves looking at products and services and how to price them, promote them, and distribute them. A Marketing major will give you excellent preparation for marketing positions in all types of organizations.
Marketing Communication
Business Administration, Concentration
Provides strategies used by a company or individual to reach their target market through various types of communication. Marketing communications is the “promotion” part of the “marketing mix” or the “four P’s”: price, place, promotion and product.
Mathematics-BA
Bachelor of Arts
Upon graduation, this student will be extremely well prepared to pursue a graduate degree in mathematics or a related area, or to enter a job situation requiring versatility rather than specialization.
Mathematics-BS
Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science degree with a major in mathematics is recommended for the student desiring considerable specialization in mathematics. Courses selected according to the student's objective will prepare him/her for employment as a mathematician in industry or government, in the fields of science, engineering, computers, statistics, business, economics and actuarial science.
Mathematics Education (Grades 5-8 and Grades 6-12)
Bachelor of Science in Education
The Bachelor of Science in Education-Mathematics allows students to be licensed teachers of mathematics in two grade bands, grades 5-8 and grades 6-12. These programs will prepare students to excel in their teaching career with hands-on learning experiences in and out of the classroom.
Mathematics-Statistics
Bachelor of Science, Concentration
For any student wanting to enter a career with technology or to pursue graduate studies in statistics, the mathematics major with a concentration in statistics is a perfect foundation.
Microbial and Cellular Biology
Bachelor of Science, Concentration
This program is appropriate for students seeking a specialized program of study in microbiology and/or cellular biology.
Music
Bachelor of Arts
Conservatory quality training for vocal and instrumental music at a public regional university prepares students to teach, perform and enjoy music as a career.
Music Education: Instrumental/Vocal (Grades PreK-12)
Bachelor of Music, Concentration
The Bachelor of Music with a music education concentration prepares the student to teach PreK-12 music. In teaching children and young adults, you teach not only music, but confidence, perseverance and dedication, skills needed for a successful adult life.
Music Performance
Bachelor of Music, Concentration
Concentration in Music Performance is designed for advanced study of primary instrument, along with courses in music history, music theory, and introductory research.
Nursing
Bachelor of Science
Nurses are in high-demand, graduates are eligible to take the national licensure examination for registered nursing (NCLEX-RN) to become registered nurses.
Organizational Communication
Bachelor of Arts, Concentration
Prepares students for careers ranging from the area of human relations to management positions in profit and nonprofit organizations. Students examine theories and develop communication skills that will enable them to become proficient in accomplishing organizational goals with others. Course offerings expose students to techniques for training and developing employees, methods for managing conflict, and strategies for promoting effective communication in organizations.
Painting-Art
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Concentration
Students dive deep into researching other painters’ methods and motivations from the past and present, while creating a body of work inspired by historically significant painters. Projects in Painting and Advanced Painting students narrow their focus while working to develop a personal body of work. In addition to the required painting classes, additional classes are occasionally offered to broaden students’ painting experiences including, Figure Painting, Watercolor, Mural Painting, Independent Study in Painting, and Internship in Painting.
Photography-Art
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Concentration
The photography area at ESU introduces students to black and white darkroom, digital, non-silver processes, 35mm SLR and DSLR cameras, medium format and large format view cameras, and studio lighting. Emphasis is placed on the development of technical foundation, content, creativity, and individual artistic identity. In addition to explorations of the medium through various technical approaches, the history of photography and building a professional resume through exhibition, publication, and scholarship is underscored.
Physical Education (Grades PreK-12)
Bachelor of Science in Education
Physical education teachers play a vital role in the growth and development of children, helping them to establish healthy lifestyles and integrate fitness into their daily lives. You can shape the future by equipping students with the skills and habits they need to remain healthy, physically fit, and active throughout their lives.
Physics-BA
Bachelor of Arts
Physicists try to answer important questions like “What are matter and energy, and how do they behave in the Universe?” The physics program at ESU has a strong tradition of educating students so they can ask and answer these questions themselves. The Bachelor of Arts (BA) physics major introduces students to the major areas of physics while allowing students to explore other subjects.
Physics-BS
Bachelor of Science
Physicists try to answer important questions like “What are matter and energy, and how do they behave in the Universe?” The physics program at ESU has a strong tradition of educating students so they can ask and answer these questions themselves. The Bachelor of Science (BS) physics major is focused in physics and provides in-depth preparation for immediate employment or graduate study.
Physics Education (Grades 6-12)
Bachelor of Science in Education
Our program is built on a rich heritage of nationally recognized teacher education to prepare chemistry, earth-space science and physics teachers for the 21st century. Our program equips teacher candidates for grades 6-12 to be competitive and marketable to work nationwide and enable them to get a job before they graduate.
Physiology
Bachelor of Science, Concentration
As a biology major at ESU, you will be exposed to the principles which underlie this science of living things. You also may engage in study leading to a more detailed understanding of the area in which you are most interested, for each of the areas is tailored to meet specific interests and needs. This program is appropriate for students seeking a specialized program of study in physiology.
Political Science - BA
Bachelor of Arts
Study of legislative, executive and judicial institutions at the national, state and local levels. Alumni find jobs in government relations, law, state and local government offices, and in the for-profit and nonprofit sectors.
Political Science - BS
Bachelor of Science
Study of legislative, executive and judicial institutions at the national, state and local levels. Alumni find jobs in government relations, law, state and local government offices, and in the for-profit and nonprofit sectors.
Pre-Agriculture
Pre Professional Program
Our Pre-Agriculture program will provide you with several options for a career, ranging from animal science to resource management.
Pre-Art Therapy
Pre Professional Program
The Pre-Art Therapy Preparation curriculum track includes a second area of study in psychology. This course of study has been designed to prepare students for admittance to masters graduate programs in Art Therapy.
Pre-Chiropractic Medicine
Pre Professional Program
A Dual Degree Program has been articulated between Emporia State University and Cleveland Chiropractic College, whereby a student takes prescribed courses at ESU, then takes courses for three years at Cleveland. Certain courses are transferred back to ESU, enabling the student to earn a BA degree in Chemistry from ESU and a Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine degree from Cleveland Chiropractic.
Pre-Dentistry
Pre Professional Program
ESU offers a variety of programs that prepare students for dental school. The specific curriculum will be dependent upon the schools of dentistry to which the students may wish to apply.
Pre-Engineering-Intent to transfer to Kansas State University
Pre Professional Program
Specific programs have been developed for students planning to transfer to Kansas State University, the University of Kansas or Wichita State University after spending two years at Emporia State. Students planning to transfer to an out-of-state engineering school should work out programs of study with their advisors.
Pre-Engineering-Intent to Transfer to University of Kansas
Pre Professional Program
Specific programs have been developed for students planning to transfer to Kansas State University, the University of Kansas or Wichita State University after spending two years at Emporia State. Students planning to transfer to an out-of-state engineering school should work out programs of study with their advisors.
Pre-Engineering-Intent to Transfer to Wichita State University
Pre Professional Program
Specific programs have been developed for students planning to transfer to Kansas State University, the University of Kansas or Wichita State University after spending two years at Emporia State. Students planning to transfer to an out-of-state engineering school should work out programs of study with their advisors.
Pre-Law
Pre Professional Program
Emporia State is the only institution in Kansas that offers senior pre-law students the opportunity to take a special orientation course on what to expect in law school. Emporia State pre-law graduates have been accepted at outstanding law schools throughout the country and are now practicing in a variety of fields as lawyers and judges.
Pre-Medical
Pre Professional Program
Pre-medical students are advised to select a major that best matches their interests and fulfills the entrance requirements for medical school. In addition to a strong GPA in the program of study, students must score well on the nationally administered Medical College Admissions Test.
Pre-Medical Technology
Pre Professional Program
Students interested in careers in medical technology or clinical laboratory science are advised to pursue the Bachelor of Science in Biology with a concentration in Microbial and Cellular Biology or Healthcare. After completing the requirements for this degree the student must apply for admission to an AMA accredited School for clinical training.
Pre-Occupational Therapy
Pre Professional Program
The Bachelor of Science degree in Health & Human Performance is a degree that can equip students with the skills to thrive in many different graduate level professional allied health programs, including occupational therapy.
Pre-Optometry
Pre Professional Program
This program prepares students for optometry school. All students must contact the optometry school of their choice before applying to have the latest prerequisites. Most optometry schools recommend a major in one of the sciences. A major in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology or a major in Biology with a concentration in Healthcare are recommended.
Pre-Pharmacy Program
Pre Professional Program
Under this program, students will receive a BA in Chemistry from Emporia State University and a PharmD from an accredited pharmacy school. The program consists of up to 101 credit hours at ESU pending requirements met by substitutions or demonstrated proficiencies.
Pre-Physical Therapy (Biology)
Pre Professional Program
The physical therapy professional (clinical) training programs at KUMC and WSU are both Doctor of Physical Therapy degree programs. A student must have a bachelor’s degree for admission. Therefore, a student interested in applying to these programs should pursue requirements for a degree at ESU as well as pre-physical therapy course requirements. Students are encouraged to choose a major in Biology with a concentration in Healthcare. The courses are required for admission to professional physical therapy programs at the University of Kansas Medical Center (KUMC) and Wichita State University (WSU).
Pre-Physical Therapy (Health & Human Performance)
Pre Professional Program
Interested in a physical therapy professional (clinical) training program? You must have a bachelor's degree for admission to such a program and Emporia State's Bachelor of Science degree in Health & Human Performance is a degree that can equip you with the skills to thrive in a professional allied health program such as Physical Therapy.
Pre-Veterinary
Pre Professional Program
This pre-professional program prepares students for application to veterinary school.
Printmaking-Art
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Concentration
This program of studies is designed to prepare students to work professionally in an art field or to study at the advanced level at a graduate or professional school.
Psychology (BA)
Bachelor of Arts
The B.A. in Psychology is a good option for candidates who want to explore other disciplines, such as literature, political science, or writing in greater depth. This might be used to ready them for a specialized field such an entry into non-profit work, journalism, social work, or counseling. It also well positions candidates who are striving to be bilingual, which is an area of need in human services work.
Psychology (BS)
Bachelor of Science
The B.S. in Psychology is a good option for candidates who want to emphasize their research and writing skills, or emphasize biology and other science areas. Such candidates often have an eye toward further graduate study in psychology or related disciplines, especially in STEM fields. This degree is often pursued by those who enjoy math and science, and see themselves in an analytical or technical field.
Psychology Education-Teaching
Bachelor of Science in Education
This teaching field prepares the student to teach psychology at the secondary level (middle and high school). This plan consists of 24 hours of required psychology courses. A second teaching field is required.
Public Administration Concentration-Political Science
Bachelor of Science
Political Science with an emphasis in Public Administration is perfect for students interested in careers in government, public management, or not-for-profit organization administration. These courses also serve those interested in law school or graduate study in public administration, political science, business administration and planning.
Public Relations
Concentration
Students learn to balance communication theory, research, and application to prepare to manage public relations programs of public and private organizations. Course offerings emphasize writing, critical thinking, creative problem solving, plan implementation and evaluation.
Rehabilitation & Disability Studies
Bachelor of Science
Principles, strategies and experiences to facilitate rehabilitation and human services. Careers: community support services, addictions counseling, mental health and independent living services.
Rehabilitation & Disability Studies, Addiction Counseling Concentration
Bachelor of Science
The Rehabilitation & Disability Studies program offers students a comprehensive yet practical foundation of principles, strategies, and experiences to facilitate employability in the broad fields of rehabilitation and human services. This concentration allows you to specialize your studies to areas of addiction counseling.
Rehabilitation & Disability Studies, RDS Concentration
Bachelor of Science
The Rehabilitation & Disability Studies program offers students a comprehensive yet practical foundation of principles, strategies, and experiences to facilitate employability in the broad fields of rehabilitation and human services. This concentration serves professions going into a range of service professions
Relational Communication
Concentration
This degree prepares students through exposure to communication skills relevant to careers in health care and non-profit organizations, ministry, and marital or family therapy.
RN to BSN (Online)
Bachelor of Science
Featuring online coursework, this ACEN-accredited RN to BSN track within the BSN program teaches you to integrate factual and theoretical knowledge to achieve a higher level of problem-solving while readying you for additional leadership responsibilities and to meet the needs of diverse patient populations.
Sales Management
Business Administration, Concentration
Provides a broad perspective and understanding of wholesale and industrial selling, its social and economic functions, its role in purchasing and sales, and its relationship to the total business picture.
Science Education (Grades 5-8)
Bachelor of Science in Education
Our program is built on a rich heritage of nationally recognized teacher education to prepare chemistry, earth-space science and physics teachers for the 21st century. Our program offers students a quality preparation in science content, research-based best practices, and effective instructional strategies. Students will be ready to embrace the next generation science standards (NGSS) through clinical teaching and community service.
Sculpture-Art
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Concentration
Students are encouraged to develop their own personal style while exploring new fabricating skills. Researching the methods and motivations of other sculptors’, both past and present, keeps pressure on the student to reexamine personal preference and direction. Projects in Sculpture and Advanced Sculpture students develop a personal body of work aimed towards a final senior exhibition project. In addition to the required classes, additional classes are occasionally offered or suggested to broaden students’ experiences including, Glass Forming, Ceramics or a professional Internship project in Sculpture.
Secondary Education
Bachelor of Science in Education
Our secondary education program prepares you to teach at the middle and high school levels. As a secondary education student, you first select the teaching field(s) in which you would like to teach. You are then advised by a faculty member in that teaching field/content area(s).
Sociology-BA
Bachelor of Arts
Deepen your understanding of society with a bachelor's degree in Sociology and become an agent of social change. Graduates can go into careers such as Case Management, Family Services, Adoption Officer, Victim Advocate, Data Analyst, Housing Specialist, Immigration Specialist, and more.
Sociology-BS
Bachelor of Science
This Bachelor of Science degree is designed primarily for those students who intend to pursue careers in social service, law enforcement, criminal justice, government agencies, and other related fields, or who want more extensive preparation in the discipline of sociology for advanced degree programs.
Spanish Education (Grades PreK-12)
Bachelor of Science in Education
Language skills necessary to function effectively in the environment native to the language, paired with ESU’s exceptional teaching preparation program to teach Spanish in grades PreK-12.
Spanish-Modern Languages
Bachelor of Arts
Pursuing this degree prepares students for the bilingual reality in which the US is the second largest Spanish Speaking country and is on target to be the largest Spanish speaking country by 2050. With 600 million Spanish Speakers worldwide and over 50 million Spanish Speakers in the US, Spanish is the world’s fourth most spoken language.
Speech/Theatre Education (Grades 6-12)
Bachelor of Science in Education
The Bachelor of Science in Education with a teaching field of Speech and Theatre prepares you to teach speech, theatre, debate, forensics, and radio/television in grades 6-12.
Speech & Theatre Education-Teaching
Bachelor of Science in Education
The Bachelor of Science in Education with a teaching field of Speech and Theatre prepares you to teach speech, theatre, debate, forensics, and radio/television in grades 6-12.
Sport Leadership & Recreation
Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science in Sport Leadership & Recreation is designed to prepare you for a leadership role in sport and recreation industries. The SLR program has courses focused on sport management, event and program design, revenue management, business law, marketing, and sport psychology. With unique practicum and internship experiences, SLR graduates are uniquely qualified for a wide range of careers in the profession.
Sport Leadership & Recreation (Online)
Bachelor of Science
The online Bachelor of Science in Sport Leadership & Recreation is designed to prepare students for a leadership role in sport and recreation industries. The SLR program has courses focused on sport management, event and program design, revenue management, business law, marketing, and sport psychology. With unique practicum and internship experiences, SLR graduates are uniquely qualified for a wide range of careers in the profession.
Theatre-BA
Bachelor of Arts
The degree Bachelor of Arts with a major in Theatre is a rigorous general education experience as well as an introduction to central elements of theatre performance, production, design, and scholarship. Majors are required to contribute to all productions, either as actors or as members of the crew, provided they meet academic eligibility standards as established by the department.
Theatre-BFA
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Students will be prepared to pursue careers in acting, script, costuming and theatre productions. Majors are required to audition for productions and contribute to all productions, either in the cast or on a crew, provided they meet academic eligibility standards as established by the department.