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Africana Studies
An interdisciplinary approach to interpreting the lives and experiences of the world's Black women and men.
Areas of Study
Explore our diverse range of academic programs designed to prepare you for success
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Anthropology
Use problem-solving and research skills to explore and understand communities and cultures in every part of the world.
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Archaeology
Fieldwork and research are a big part of the study of prehistoric and historical archaeology
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Art - Art History
Explore the cultural and historic significance of art and artists while building research and analytical skills.
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Art - Studio Art
Studio space, small classes with talented instructors, and the strong foundation that comes with a liberal arts education.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Biology and Chemistry combine in an interdisciplinary program for students with a passion for molecular events.
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Biology
Explore molecular and cellular biology, ecology and more with top faculty and access to extensive lab facilities.
Major
Business Economics
Learn how economics and quantitative methods can be applied to contemporary problems in finance and management.
Major
Chemical Physics
An interdisciplinary approach to the fields of chemistry and physics using mathematical techniques
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Chemistry
Access to labs, research opportunities, and small classes give chemistry majors lots of options after graduation.
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Chinese Studies
A multidisciplinary approach to specializing in the languages, literature, history and people of China
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Classical Studies
The languages, literature, history, myths, philosophies, and archaeology of the Ancient Mediterranean
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Communication Sciences & Disorders
Start the path toward a career in audiology or speech language pathology through coursework and clinical experiences.
Major / Minor
Communication Studies
Be an effective listener, writer, and speaker who can think critically and connect with audiences
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Comparative Literature
Study literature and language across many cultures at one of the few undergraduate programs of its kind.
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Computer Science
Solve complex problems with creative solutions using computer programming and applications
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Earth Sciences
Geology, environmental geoscience, geophysics, and other classes that explore Earth and the impact of humans
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East Asian Studies
A multidisciplinary approach to studying the diverse but related historical and cultural traditions of East Asia
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Economics
Learn how humans organize to sustain life and enhance its quality from a diversity of economic perspectives
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Education
Graduate as a licensed teacher in pre-K-12 in fields ranging from science to music education
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English
Students benefit from the small classes and access to faculty members in the small private liberal arts setting
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Environmental Studies
Natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities combine for those seeking environmental solutions
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French & Francophone Studies
French language, literature and culture with study abroad and outside-the-classroom immersion opportunities
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German Studies
German language and literature with immersion opportunities and study-abroad programs in multiple countries
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Global & International Studies
Study global challenges through economics, history, & political science, plus language immersion + study abroad
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Global Media & Digital Studies
Digital technology, mass media and film studies are part of a dynamic, interdisciplinary course of study
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History
Critically examine events and societies of the past and learn to tell the stories future generations need to know
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Mathematics
Develop the analytical and problem-solving skills to tackle complex challenges in nearly any field.
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Music
Earn a bachelor of arts in music or a bachelor of music in either music performance or music composition
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Music Education
Become a certified music teacher qualified to work at the elementary and/or secondary school level
Major
Neuroscience
Psychology, chemistry, philosophy, computer science combined in the study of the nervous system
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Philosophy
Delve into ethical and moral debates while critically analyzing the issues facing humanity
Major
Physics
With one-on-one guidance from a faculty mentor, every physics major completes a year-long independent research project
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Political Science
The study of power, with concentrations in U.S. politics, international relations, political theory and comparative politics.
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Psychology
Do research, work with faculty mentors, and tailor a psychology program to your interests
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Religious Studies
An interdisciplinary, academic approach to the study of religion that includes history, art, theology, and more.
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Sociology
The study of social life, social change, and the social causes and consequences of human behavior.
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Spanish
Explore the language, histories, literature, and cultures of the Spanish-speaking world
Major / Minor
Statistical & Data Sciences
Use statistics, math, and computer science to gain insights into data and solve real-world problems.
Major / Minor
Theatre & Dance
Scholarship and artistry in theatre and dance for those who are passionate about performance in all its forms.
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Urban Studies
An interdisciplinary program for those with a passion for the promises and challenges of the urban experience.
Major / Minor
Women's, Gender & Sexuality Studies
Champion the experiences of women as they intersect with race, nation, & ability
Major / Minor
Africana Studies
An interdisciplinary approach to interpreting the lives and experiences of the world's Black women and men.
Major / Minor
Anthropology
Use problem-solving and research skills to explore and understand communities and cultures in every part of the world.
Major / Minor
Archaeology
Fieldwork and research are a big part of the study of prehistoric and historical archaeology
Major / Minor
Art - Art History
Explore the cultural and historic significance of art and artists while building research and analytical skills.
Major / Minor
Art - Studio Art
Studio space, small classes with talented instructors, and the strong foundation that comes with a liberal arts education.
Major / Minor
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Biology and Chemistry combine in an interdisciplinary program for students with a passion for molecular events.
Major / Minor
Biology
Explore molecular and cellular biology, ecology and more with top faculty and access to extensive lab facilities.
Major / Minor
Chemistry
Access to labs, research opportunities, and small classes give chemistry majors lots of options after graduation.
Major / Minor
Chinese Studies
A multidisciplinary approach to specializing in the languages, literature, history and people of China
Major / Minor
Classical Studies
The languages, literature, history, myths, philosophies, and archaeology of the Ancient Mediterranean
Minor
Climate Studies
Students explore how climate change affects people, applying science, policy, and social tools to real problems
Major / Minor
Communication Sciences & Disorders
Start the path toward a career in audiology or speech language pathology through coursework and clinical experiences.
Major / Minor
Communication Studies
Be an effective listener, writer, and speaker who can think critically and connect with audiences
Major / Minor
Comparative Literature
Study literature and language across many cultures at one of the few undergraduate programs of its kind.
Major / Minor
Computer Science
Solve complex problems with creative solutions using computer programming and applications
Major / Minor
Earth Sciences
Geology, environmental geoscience, geophysics, and other classes that explore Earth and the impact of humans
Major / Minor
East Asian Studies
A multidisciplinary approach to studying the diverse but related historical and cultural traditions of East Asia
Major / Minor
Economics
Learn how humans organize to sustain life and enhance its quality from a diversity of economic perspectives
Major / Minor
Education
Graduate as a licensed teacher in pre-K-12 in fields ranging from science to music education
Major / Minor
English
Students benefit from the small classes and access to faculty members in the small private liberal arts setting
Major / Minor
Environmental Studies
Natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities combine for those seeking environmental solutions
Major / Minor
French & Francophone Studies
French language, literature and culture with study abroad and outside-the-classroom immersion opportunities
Major / Minor
German Studies
German language and literature with immersion opportunities and study-abroad programs in multiple countries
Major / Minor
Global Media & Digital Studies
Digital technology, mass media and film studies are part of a dynamic, interdisciplinary course of study
Minor
Global Queer Studies
This minor centers queer lives and lived experiences as both its theoretical and practical focus
Major / Minor
History
Critically examine events and societies of the past and learn to tell the stories future generations need to know
Minor
Humanities, Arts, and Creative Computing
Digital technology, mass media and film studies are part this dynamic course
Minor
International Business Economics
A minor for language majors adding an international business perspective
Minor
Latin American Studies
Study the history, cultures, and languages of Latin America in a minor that blends well with many disciplines
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Mathematics
Develop the analytical and problem-solving skills to tackle complex challenges in nearly any field.
Minor
Middle Eastern & North African Studies
Minor for language majors adding an international focus
Minor
Museum Studies
Six-course minor combining required Introduction to Museum Studies with experiential and theory electives
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Music
Earn a bachelor of arts in music or a bachelor of music in either music performance or music composition
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Philosophy
Delve into ethical and moral debates while critically analyzing the issues facing humanity
Minor
Physical Education
Build a minor in physical education from an extensive list of courses on fitness and coaching
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Psychology
Do research, work with faculty mentors, and tailor a psychology program to your interests
Major / Minor
Religious Studies
An interdisciplinary, academic approach to the study of religion that includes history, art, theology, and more.
Major / Minor
Sociology
The study of social life, social change, and the social causes and consequences of human behavior.
Minor
South Asian Studies
One of the few programs in the country dedicated to the history and culture of South Asia
Major / Minor
Spanish
Explore the language, histories, literature, and cultures of the Spanish-speaking world
Major / Minor
Statistical & Data Sciences
Use statistics, math, and computer science to gain insights into data and solve real-world problems.
Major / Minor
Theatre & Dance
Scholarship and artistry in theatre and dance for those who are passionate about performance in all its forms.
Major / Minor
Urban Studies
An interdisciplinary program for those with a passion for the promises and challenges of the urban experience.
Major / Minor
Women's, Gender & Sexuality Studies
Champion the experiences of women as they intersect with race, nation, & ability
Pre-Professional
Pre-Architecture
Advising and course prep for students who plan to study architecture in graduate school
Pre-Professional
Pre-Business
Offering personalized advising, internships, and partnerships with top schools, preparing students for success in business and graduate studies.
Pre-Professional
Pre-Dentistry
Students can pursue a career in dentistry with a liberal arts degree from Wooster with a graduate degree program from another leading institution.
Pre-Professional
Pre-Engineering
Start your path toward a career in engineering at Wooster and complete your degree at a top research university
Pre-Professional
Pre-Forestry & Enviromental Management
Students interested in this program may be interested in the Environmental Studies major but students of any major can pursue it.
Pre-Professional
Pre-Health
Guidance on course selection, research opportunities and other planning for medical and dental school
Pre-Professional
Pre-Law
Plan for your future in law with faculty mentors who have guided generations of Wooster graduates to law school
Pre-Professional
Pre-Ministry
Offers guidance for discernment and fellowship, preparing students for seminary, rabbinic school, religious vocations, or graduate studies.
Pre-Professional
Pre-Nursing
Students have the opportunity to pursue a liberal arts degree from Wooster in a Cooperative Nursing dual degree program with another leading institution.
Pathway
Activism & Social Change Pathway
Build skills in organizing and grant writing and explore careers for passionate people who want to change the world
Pathway
Digital & Visual Storytelling Pathway
Tell stories using digital and visual media and find a career that fits your passion
Pathway
Entrepreneurship Pathway
Identify opportunities and solutions that have value, then communicate that value to others
Pathway
Global Impact Pathways
Turn an interest in international service, economic development, NGOs and INGOs into a career
Pathway
Museum & Archival Studies Pathway
Explore the diverse traditions of collection, curation, research, display, and preservation and plan your career
Pathway
Public Health Pathways
Explore the many options and paths for those who want to be part of the world of health care