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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.
Alvernia’s Early Childhood Education (PK-4) and Special Education (PK-12) Certifications dual major unlocks an unlimited career potential. The program prepares teachers for preschool through Grade 4 and special education teachers in public and private educational institutions. The program is approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. The dual certification allows program graduates to work as:
• Elementary educators (preschool though Grade 4)
• Special education teachers and learning support specialists (preschool though Grade 12)
in public and private educational institutions.
Maintaining a habitable planet Earth is essential for our survival. Alvernia’s Environmental Science program provides students with an interdisciplinary foundation in the natural sciences to understand current environmental challenges and their potential solutions. The curriculum explores terrestrial, aquatic and built environments in the context of a rapidly changing climate and offers students experiential learning opportunities locally and abroad.
The constantly evolving business world requires successful leaders to possess an ever-increasing range of knowledge and skills. Alvernia's Finance program gives students the tools they need to access and utilize financial information and understand how markets operate. Developed with the input of faculty members with academic and practical business experience, Alvernia’s program teaches students how to think strategically while delving into vital topics such as accounting, marketing, business data and information analysis, business law, corporate finance, strategic management, international business and investment analysis.
Defined as science that is used for purposes of the law, forensic science is an exciting and fascinating field for students who have a strong interest in chemistry and biology. Forensic scientists work closely with investigators, attorneys and others to discover, analyze and deliver evidence during criminal investigations. As a forensic science major at Alvernia, you’ll develop the knowledge and skills necessary to work in a modern crime lab in your hometown, or at the regional, state or federal level. Alvernia's program prepares students for a life of personal and professional integrity grounded in a commitment to serving others, enhancing understanding that science can provide vital information to make the world a better, safer…
Students who enjoy science and math and are interested in pursuing a science-related career may find general science to be an ideal major. Alvernia’s program offers students insight into the intellectual and philosophical natures of science, and helps them develop the ability to select, adopt, evaluate and employ strategies and materials. Students will acquire a broad background in the sciences, enabling them to develop skills that relate to a variety of topics, ideas and experiences. The curriculum includes biology, chemistry, physics and earth science, teaching how science intersects with society.
Courses are taught in the O’Pake Science Center, featuring two floors of laboratory and classroom space. As a General Science…
Civil engineers are the architects of the modern world. From bridges and highways to skyscrapers and renewable energy systems, civil engineers create the infrastructure that keeps society running. If you're passionate about sustainable cities, improving transportation, and designing resilient structures, a degree in civil engineering is your path to a rewarding career that will shape the future.
Biomedical engineering is where engineering meets human health. Whether you are designing medical devices, improving assistive technologies, analyzing human movement, or developing tools that support diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and patient care, this field gives you the opportunity to solve problems with real human impact. At Alvernia, you will not just study concepts. You will design, build, test, and refine solutions that connect engineering, biology, health sciences, and clinical practice. If you are interested in healthcare, technology, biomechanics, and hands-on problem-solving, biomedical engineering is the place to start building your future.
Electrical engineers don’t just work with circuits, they design and develop the technology that powers modern life. From renewable energy systems and advanced robotics to AI-driven automation and next-generation electronics, electrical engineering is at the heart of innovation across industries.
Are you ready to design smarter systems, improve efficiency, and make a real impact in today’s industries? Ë®¹ûÅÉ’s Industrial Engineering Technology & Management (IETM) program prepares you for a high-demand career in manufacturing, logistics, and beyond. This joint program between the John R. Post School of Engineering and the Header School of Business combines technical engineering expertise with business leadership training, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.
Mechanical engineers don’t just build things, they innovate, design, and create solutions that shape the world. From cutting-edge medical devices and next-generation battery systems to high-performance engines and energy-efficient machines, mechanical engineering is at the core of every industry that moves the world forward.