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Choose from over 60 majors, minors, and programs to build your future. Not sure yet? Our expert advisors and resources support undecided students—many graduate on time, with some even earning double majors. Use our program finder to explore what inspires you.
Political Science isn’t just for students who aspire to work in government. Those seeking careers in law, business, journalism, teaching, or nonprofits benefit from understanding policy and politics. Alvernia students have an opportunity to earn college credit by spending a semester or summer in Washington, D.C., competing on the Mock Trial Team, serving as interns in a congressional office, government agency, major corporation, newspaper or news network, or agencies devoted to legal affairs, international relations, or business and economics.
Alvernia's Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics prepares graduates with comprehensive analytical, managerial, and leadership skills to address the challenges of modern businesses through innovative thinking, ethical decision-making, and a commitment to lifelong learning.
Program Delivery Note: For undergraduate day students in the program, the six courses specific to business analytics are fully online while general education and business core courses will remain in person.
A 2024 study by the International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC2) found that the number of cybersecurity jobs worldwide - 5.8 million - stayed the same, while the shortage of workers - 4.8 million - grew by 19%, dwarfing other job markets. The field is projected to keep growing because malicious actors are always evolving their tactics and procedures.
Taught by industry professionals, Alvernia’s cybersecurity major focuses on current and future threats affecting individuals, networks and infrastructures. Coursework is specifically designed to prepare students for employment in the private and government sectors. Students interested in cybersecurity might also consider the data science and…
Ë®¹ûÅÉ’s Data Science major focuses on teaching students how to extract, manipulate, analyze, visualize, and disseminate data. Students in the program work with real-world datasets in subject areas such as finance, economics, geography, and healthcare. The Data Science major combines techniques and knowledge from many fields including computer science and mathematics.
With over 40 years of history, Alvernia’s Bachelor of Arts in Addictions and Mental Health Treatment program is one of the oldest and best of its kind at the college or university level. It was recently ranked #10 among the Top 25 Small Colleges for Substance Abuse Counseling Degrees by SR Education Group, now known as Optimal.
Class Delivery Note: All AMHT classes are fully online. Undergraduate residential students in the program take their general education courses in person. Commuter students should talk to their admissions counselor to identify the best delivery options for their circumstances.
With an over-burdened global health-care system, an increasing number of multi-drug resistant microbes, terrorism, and competition over dwindling planetary resources, life on earth will face some major challenges. Ë®¹ûÅÉ strives to give students not just technical knowledge but insight and guidance about how science should be applied for the good of humanity and the betterment of society. As a Franciscan University, we are especially positioned to coordinate such goals.
Communication is at the heart of our human interaction, and a necessity in an increasingly networked world. The speed at which we connect and the sheer volume of communication made possible every day through advancing technology and innovation is nothing short of revolutionary. Communication is an excellent choice for students skilled at writing, public speaking, performing and fine arts, graphic design, marketing and social media, and offers career possibilities in virtually every industry.
Prepare for a career that makes a difference. The Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice at Ë®¹ûÅÉ equips students with the knowledge, skills, and real-world insight needed to succeed in today’s evolving justice system — including careers in investigation, legal services, social services, and public safety. Faculty bring professional experience directly into the classroom, connecting theory to practice.
Alvernia's Criminal Justice Program meets Academy of Criminal Justice Science Quality Program Standards.
Alvernia’s digital media marketing major combines business, communication and graphic design to give graduates triple advantages in the job market. The program was ranked No. 4 in TechGuide's 2024 list of Bachelor's in Digital Marketing degree programs. TechGuide's ranking process considers factors such as tuition, student-to-faculty ratio, admission and graduation rates and alumni success.
The need for professionals to manage growing and complex medical groups and related organizations has created a high demand for professionally trained healthcare administrators. Ë®¹ûÅÉ’s Bachelor of Science degree in Healthcare Administration program prepares students to pursue job opportunities in a wide variety of career options in this growing and popular field. The duties of a healthcare administrator can be complex and varied, requiring a mix of business administration skills, knowledge of medical services and understanding of local, state and federal regulations that govern the healthcare industry and related insurance industry.