SHOW MENU Academics » Areas of Study When it comes to academic areas of study, the options for Wooster students are truly limitless. Students with a science or math focus have room to explore a passion for the arts. Those who thrive in the humanities blend statistics and quantitative learning into their class schedules, too. And if you’re one of the large percentage of our students who go on to earn a graduate or professional degree after Wooster, you can take advantage of pre-professional programs while benefitting from an excellent liberal arts education. Whether you’re interested in sciences, psychology, digital media, languages or any of our more than 50 areas of study, you can build a plan that gives you a multidisciplinary education in four years. -- All Areas -- Major Minor Pre-Professional Advising Teaching Licensure Pathway Activism & Social Change Build skills in organizing and grant writing and explore careers for passionate people who want to change the world Pathway 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 Biology Explore molecular and cellular biology, ecology and more with top faculty and access to extensive lab facilities. Major Minor Business Economics Learn how economics and quantitative methods can be applied to contemporary problems in finance, management, and business with expert faculty mentors in a diverse department Major Chemical Physics An interdisciplinary approach to the fields of chemistry and physics using mathematical techniques Major 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 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 at a liberal arts college Major Minor Computer Science Solve complex problems with creative solutions using computer programming and applications Major Minor Data Exploration & Communication Bridge the gap between data analysis and communication and learn the many career paths for these skills Pathway Digital & Visual Storytelling Tell stories using digital and visual media and find a career that fits your passion Pathway Earth Sciences Geology, environmental geoscience, geophysics, and other classes that explore Earth and the impact of humans 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 Teaching Licensure English Students benefit from the small classes and access to faculty members in the small private liberal arts setting at Wooster. Major Minor Entrepreneurship Identify opportunities and solutions that have value, then communicate that value to others Pathway Environmental Communication & Action Explore ways to effect change in environmental policies through communication and activism Pathway Environmental Geoscience Investigate the impact humans have on the Earth and research ways to solve pressing environmental problems. Major Minor Environmental Studies Natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities courses combine for those who want to be part of environmental solutions Major Minor French & Francophone Studies French language, literature and culture with study abroad and outside-the-classroom immersion opportunites Major Minor Geology Start research in your first year and graduate with a strong foundation in the Earth Sciences. Major Minor German Studies German language and literature with immersion opportunities and established study-abroad programs in multiple countries Major Minor Global & International Studies Economics, history, and political science courses with a global and international perspective Major Global Impacts Turn an interest in international service, economic development, NGOs and INGOs into a career Pathway Global Media & Digital Studies Digital technology, mass media and film studies are part of a dynamic, interdisciplinary course of study Major Minor History Critically examine events and societies of the past and learn to tell the stories future generations need to know Major Minor International Business Economics A minor for language majors who want to add an international business perspective to their studies Minor Latin American Studies Study the history, cultures, and languages of Latin America in a minor that blends well with many disciplines Minor Mathematics Numbers + patterns + structures multiplied by a zest for analysis and inquiry Major Minor Middle Eastern & North African Studies A minor that allows students majoring in economics, political science, history, and more to focus on this important region Minor Museum & Archival Studies Explore the diverse traditions of collection, curation, research, display, and preservation and plan your career Pathway Music Earn a bachelor of arts in music or a bachelor of music in either music performance or music composition Major Minor Music Education Become a certified music teacher at the elementary and/or secondary level Major Music Therapy Hands-on learning, internships, and focused courses give graduates solid training to help others through music Major Neuroscience Psychology, chemistry, philosophy, computer science, and other disciplines combine in the study of the nervous system Major Philosophy Delve into ethical and moral debates while critically analyzing the issues facing humanity Major Minor Physical Education Build a minor in physical education from an extensive list of courses on fitness and coaching Minor Physics With one-on-one guidance from a faculty mentor, every physics major completes independent research in a year-long research project Major Minor Political Science The study of power, with concentrations in U.S. politics, international relations, political theory and comparative politics. Major Minor Pre-Architecture Program Advising and course prep for students who plan to study architecture in graduate school Pre-Professional Advising Pre-Engineering Start your path toward a career in engineering at Wooster and complete your degree at a top research university Pre-Professional Advising Pre-Health Guidance on course selection, research opportunities and other planning for medical and dental school Pre-Professional Advising Pre-Law Plan for your future in law with faculty mentors who have guided generations of Wooster graduates to law school Pre-Professional Advising Psychology Do research, work with faculty mentors, and tailor a psychology program to your interests Major Minor Public Health Explore the many options and paths for those who want to be part of the world of health care Pathway Religious Studies An interdisciplinary, academic approach to the study of religion that includes history, art, theology, and more. Major Minor Russian Studies Build language skills and take an interdisciplinary approach to learning the history, literature, and culture of Russia. Major Minor Sociology Closely affiliated with the Anthropology program, sociology majors at The College of Wooster take core courses in research methods and theory. Major Minor South Asian Studies One of the few programs in the country dedicated to the history and culture of South Asia Minor Spanish Language, histories, literature, and cultures of Spanish-speaking countries Major Minor Statistical & Data Sciences Use statistics, math, and computer science to gain insights into data and solve real-world problems. Major Minor Theatre and Dance Scholarship and artistry in theatre and dance for those who are passionate about performance in all its forms Major Minor Urban Studies A blend of sociology, economics, and political science for those with a passion for the promise and challenges of cities Major Minor Women's, Gender & Sexuality Studies Champion the experiences of women as they intersect with race, nation, ability, class, religion, and other axes of difference Major Minor The College of Wooster is a community of independent minds, working together to prepare students to become leaders of character and influence in an interdependent global community. We engage motivated students in a rigorous and dynamic liberal education. Mentored by a faculty nationally recognized for excellence in teaching, Wooster graduates are creative and independent thinkers with exceptional abilities to ask important questions, research complex issues, solve problems, and communicate new knowledge and insight. 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