Does anyone have a comprehensive list of the majors offered at Penn State? I'm pretty undecided about what I want to study and want to ensure the school I choose has a wide range of options. Thanks a bunch!
Penn State indeed offers a broad range of majors (about 275+). Some of the fields you can choose to study include:
1. Sciences: Including Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Environmental Science.
2. Engineering: Including but not limited to Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Bio, and Chemical Engineering.
3. Business: like Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain & Information Systems, Accounting, and Management.
4. Humanities & Social Sciences: like Psychology, Sociology, History, English, Anthropology, and Criminology.
5. Health & Human Development: Like Kinesiology, Nutritional Sciences, and Human Development and Family Studies.
6. Communications: Includes majors like Journalism, Advertising/Public Relations, and Telecommunications.
7. Visual and Performing Arts: Like Music, Theatre, and Art.
8. Information Sciences and Technology.
9. Agriculture: including majors like Animal Sciences, Food Sciences, and Plant Sciences.
In addition to these, Penn State also has pre-professional programs for pre-med, pre-law, pre-dentistry, and pre-veterinary studies.
Moreover, you could opt for undecided or exploratory tracks where they offer advising to help you choose a major after enrolling.
It's a good idea to explore the school's website or reach out to the admissions office for the most updated and comprehensive list. Each major will have different requirements and paths, so you should think about what you might potentially be interested in and look into those programs more closely.
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