Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Accounting | |
The accounting major prepares students for careers in private, public, and corporate accounting as well as other business-related areas.
Accounting involves the preparation, analysis and communication of relevant information for decision making. Financial accounting, managerial accounting, auditing,... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Adolescent/Young Adult Licensure | |
The adolescent/young adult licensure programs prepare teachers to work with students in grades 7 to 12. The Ohio Department of Education has approved Cedarville University to issue adolescent/young adult licenses for teachers in the areas of integrated science (comprehensive), integrated life science,integrated... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
American Studies | |
The American studies major provides an understanding of the American culture within the context of a Christian worldview. The American studies advisor will assist the student in selecting 18 hours from two discipline areas reflecting the student‘s interest. The discipline areas include biblical education,... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Applied Psychology | |
The applied psychology major provides students with strong undergraduate preparation in the areas of family studies and counseling. Applied psychology majors complete the same core courses as do the general psychology majors. In addition, students take courses that are useful for pursuing jobs in human... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Athletic Training | |
Cedarville's Athletic Training major qualifies you to work with both amateur and professional athletes in high schools, colleges, and sports medicine clinics. As a recognized allied health profession, a career in athletic training requires a significant level of scientific and medical preparation. You... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Bible Teacher Education | |
The Bible teacher education major is designed for students anticipating teaching Bible primarily in a Christian school. The major provides a unique combination of content from Bible courses and pedagogy from education courses to manage a classroom and teach the Bible effectively. The Bible content portion... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Biology (B.A.) | |
The Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in biology provides general course background in the biological sciences.
Students preparing for medicine, dentistry, osteopathy, or any of the health professions should refer to page 180 for a list of courses generally recommended for admission to professional... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Biology (B.S.) | |
The Bachelor of Science degree with a major in biology prepares students for graduate study in the biological sciences by including the course requirements prescribed by many of the leading graduate-level biology degree programs in the nation. This major enhances the student‘s depth of knowledge in biology... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Biology
Medical Technology | |
A Medical Technology option is available within the Biology major. The student must spend one year in a hospital internship program to become a certified medical technologist. Prerequisites to the hospital internship include: 16 hours of biology, 16 hours of chemistry, one mathematics course, and completion... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Biology
Environmental Biology | |
The Environmental Biology curriculum within the biology major provides undergraduate preparation for students who are pursuing careers in such fields as conservation biology, wildlife biology, environmental toxicology, and environmental health. In addition to formal courses in biology, chemistry, and... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Chemistry (B.A.) | |
The bachelor of arts degree with a major in chemistry prepares students for careers in the health professions, technical business professions, and other science related vocations. |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Chemistry (B.S.) | |
The bachelor of science degree with a major in chemistry prepares students for graduate study in chemistry and for careers in industry or research. The degree requirements provide training in each of the primary areas of chemistry with the necessary support in mathematics, physics, and biology. |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Chemistry Education | |
The Chemistry Education major prepares young people to engage the culture as chemistry teachers in the middle school and high school setting, both public and private institutions. Preparing future educators with a heart for Christ and a high view of God's Word. |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Christian Education | |
The Christian education major prepares students for ministering to diverse age groups (children through adults) in vocational service in a wide range of Christian education ministry contexts: churches, camps, college campuses, parachurch organizations, crosscultural contexts, etc. It also provides a... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Church Music Ministries | |
The church music ministries major prepares the music student for graduate studies or for ministry of music in churches that embrace evangelical traditions. Upon completing this course of study, students should be able to:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of and appreciation for the development of... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Composition | |
The composition major prepares the student for a career that involves composing, arranging, and editing music. This program also lays the foundation for graduate study in theory/composition. Students pursuing this major must complete the general education core and the following requirements, which involve... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Comprehensive Bible | |
The comprehensive Bible major prepares the person who, upon graduation, becomes a Bible teacher or worker in a church or other Christian organization. |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Comprehensive Communication | |
The comprehensive communication major prepares students for careers in public relations, personnel management, consultation programs, media communications, and corporate executive training. Because excellent communication skills are important in many professions, this major has also been chosen by those... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Computer Engineering | |
The Engineering and Computer Science department offers an ABET-accredited program leading to the B.S.in Computer Engineering degree, which will prepare students for any of the many careers in the field of computer engineering or for graduate study.
This major combines aspects of computer science and... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Computer Science | |
The Engineering and Computer Science department offers an ABET-accredited program leading to the B.S. degree in Computer Science, which will prepare students for any of the many careers in the field of computer science or for graduate study.
The computer science program combines dynamic curriculum,... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Criminal Justice | |
The Criminal Justice program offers a broad, biblically-integrated education in law, criminal justice, political science, sociology, psychology, ethics, and public sector administration. It prepares students for careers in several fields including juvenile and adult services; prison, probation, parole,... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Early Childhood Education | |
The Early Childhood Education program must meet each of the ten standards from the Council for Exceptional Children‘s Knowledge and Skill Base for all Beginning Special Education Teachers of Students in Individualized General Curriculum. The standards are: Foundations, Development and Characteristics... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Electrical Engineering | |
The Engineering and Computer Science department offers an ABET-accredited program leading to the B.S.degree in Electrical Engineering, which will prepare students for a career in the field of electrical engineering or for graduate study. A newly acquired surface-mount soldering station has become the... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Electronic Media | |
The electronic media major prepares students for careers in a wide range of media radio, television, non-broadcast audio/video production, and online and computer-based media. Because of the paraprofessional nature of this program and the balance of practical and theoretical aspects of media work, Cedarville... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Engineering
Honors | |
The engineering honors program is designed to challenge exceptional students and encourage them to reach their highest possible potential. Because the program is integrated with the University's honors program, students who wish to participate must first be admitted into the University's honors program;... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
English | |
The English major provides a broad liberal arts base and is designed for those students who have a variety of career goals and objectives. Our English department faculty prepares you to think on your own and evaluate literature and life from a Christian perspective. An English major can lead you to many... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Environmental Science | |
The Bachelor of Science degree with a major in environmental science prepares students with a foundation for entering vocations in ecology, conservation biology, environmental education, environmental consulting companies, etc., and graduate study which is often needed for these careers. |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Exercise Science (BA) | |
The exercise science major prepares students for careers in exercise physiology, cardiac rehabilitation, biomechanics, personal fitness services, or as an exercise specialist in corporate or private fitness centers and sports medicine clinics. This program is excellent preparation for graduate or professional... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Exercise Science (BS) | |
The Bachelor of Science degree with a major in exercise science prepares students for careers in exercise physiology, cardiac rehabilitation, biomechanics, personal fitness services, or as an exercise specialist in corporate or private fitness centers and sports medicine clinics. |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Finance | |
The finance major prepares students for careers as financial analysts, security analysts, financial planners, or account executives within the banking, insurance, and securities industries and other commercial concerns.
Finance focuses on the financial decisions faced by business enterprises. This includes... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Forensic Science (B.S.) | |
The bachelor of science degree with a major in forensic science is an interdisciplinary degree that includes substantial laboratory work and an emphasis on advanced coursework in the sciences. It will involve a collaborative endeavor between Cedarville University and the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Graphic Design | |
The B.A. in graphic design prepares students for careers in advertising, marketing, publishing, and design. The program is characterized by intensive, hands-on experience under the direction of highly successful graphic designers and artists. |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
History | |
The History program encourages students to evaluate the historical narrative based on biblical principle, resulting in an integrated interpretation. Traditionally a key component of the classical liberal arts education, history and the skills demanded by the historical process provide a necessary foundation... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
History and Political Science | |
The History and Political Science program offers a broad background of world history, particularly as it relates to the study of political systems; biblical interpretations of history and biblical bases for civil government are emphasized. |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Iinformation Systems | |
The information systems major prepares students for computer careers as programmers, systems analysts, software specialists, network administrators, and MIS directors. The curriculum follows guidelines established by the Association of Information Technology Professionals for the training of information... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Integrated Language Arts | |
The Integrated Language Arts major prepares students to teach language arts in public and Christian schools in grades 7-12. Students who complete this curriculum will be licensed by the state of Ohio and the Association of Christian Schools International. The Ohio teaching license, through reciprocal... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Integrated Mathematics Education (B.A.) | |
The integrated mathematics education program prepares you to teach math in grades 7-12. All of our adolescent and young adult (AYA) programs combine in-class instruction with extensive teaching experience in local schools, preparing you to become a world-class teacher. Because of the outstanding reputation... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Integrated Physical Science Education (B.A.) | |
The integrated physical science education program prepares you to teach the physical sciences, such as chemistry and physics, in grades 7-12. All of our adolescent and young adult (AYA) programs combine in-class instruction with extensive teaching experience in local schools, preparing you to become... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Integrated Physics Education (B.A.) | |
The integrated physics education program prepares you to teach physics in grades 7-12. All of our adolescent and young adult (AYA) programs combine in-class instruction with extensive teaching experience in local schools, preparing you to become a world-class teacher. When you graduate you will be certified... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Integrated Science Education (B.A.) | |
The integrated science education program exposes you to the various areas of science including biology, chemistry, earth science, and physics, and provides basic preparation for teaching these disciplines so that you can teach a variety of science courses in grades 7-12. All of our adolescent and young... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Integrated Social Studies Education | |
The integrated social studies education program prepares students to teach social studies in public and Christian schools in grades 7-12. Students who complete this curriculum will be licensed by the State of Ohio and the Association of Christian Schools International. The Ohio teaching license, through... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Intercultural Communication | |
The intercultural communication major was developed with the awareness that there is a need to educate communication professionals to be competent in diverse cultural contexts. It has been structured to provide students with the opportunity to obtain a strong foundation in intercultural communication... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
International Studies | |
The international studies major utilizes courses from several academic disciplines to prepare students for a variety of internationally focused careers. A distinct international studies core provides the foundation for all the concentrations available in this major. Courses in anthropology, business,... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
International Studies - Social Science | |
The International Studies major utilizes courses from several academic disciplines to prepare students for a variety of internationally focused careers. Three Concentrations enable students to focus upon a particular area of interest within the international context.
The Social Science concentration... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
International Studies - Social Science
Global Economics and International Business | |
Major Description
The International Studies major utilizes courses from several academic disciplines to prepare students for a variety of internationally focused careers. Three Concentrations enable students to focus upon a particular area of interest within the international context.
The Global Economics... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
International Studies - Social Science
Missiology | |
The International Studies major utilizes courses from several academic disciplines to prepare students for a variety of internationally focused careers. Three Concentrations enable students to focus upon a particular area of interest within the international context.
The Missiology concentration prepares... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Journalism | |
The field of journalism is changing to meet the demands of today's evolving media. Cedarville's new and cutting-edge journalism program is designed to equip the next generation of journalists who will bring a strong ethical and moral perspective to the changing way people access the news.
Cedarville's... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Keyboard Pedagogy | |
The keyboard pedagogy major prepares students to teach piano. Professional certification may be obtained by completing these course requirements and applying for certification. Students pursuing this major must complete the general education core and the following requirements, which involve 76 semester... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Management | |
The management major provides a broad background for careers in financial, manufacturing, retailing, and service industries, as well as governmental agencies. Management majors focus on organizational dynamics and operations as well as international issues that affect various types of organizations.... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Marketing | |
The marketing major prepares students for career opportunities in advertising, marketing management, marketing research, and sales with retailers, manufacturers,financial institutions, and nonprofit organizations.
A student with a major in marketing learns systematic ways for identifying, understanding,... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Mathematics (B.A.) | |
The bachelor of arts degree with a major in mathematics provides coursework and training in advanced mathematics. Because of the general nature of this curriculum and opportunity to complement the major with electives from other fields of study, this curriculum provides excellent preparation for graduate... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Mathematics (B.S.) | |
The bachelor of science degree with a major in mathematics prepares students for graduate study in mathematics. The curriculum includes the course requirements prescribed by many of the leading graduate-level mathematics programs in the nation. Students should include courses in astronomy, chemistry,... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Mechanical Engineering | |
The Engineering and Computer Science department also offers an ABET-accredited program leading to the B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering, which will prepare students for any of the many careers in the field of mechanical engineering or for graduate study. The newly constructed Engineering Projects... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Media Communication | |
The media communication major offers a new approach to the study of media that prepares students to lead media innovations, solve new problems, and address the unique challenges of convergent mediated communication. Students are taught to cultivate a unique approach to mediated communication that develops... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Middle Childhood Education | |
The Middle Childhood Education program is a unique program in that every major must choose two concentration areas for special study out of Language Arts, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies. In addition to becoming proficient to teach two areas of learning, training in teaching Reading is also emphasized.... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Molecular and Cellular Biology (B.S.) | |
The bachelor of science degree with a major in molecular and cellular biology will prepare students for graduate-level training in the context of a broad biological background based in a biblical worldview. This degree will allow our students to become holistically thinking molecular biologists, and... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Multi-Age Licensure | |
The multi-age licensure education programs prepare students to work with students in grades pre-K to 12. The Ohio Department of Education has approved Cedarville University to issue multi-age licenses in the areas of Music Education, Spanish Education, Physical Education, and Health Education.
The course... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Multi-Age Physical Education | |
The multi-age physical education major prepares students to teach physical education in grades preK-12 in public and Christian schools. Students who complete this curriculum will be licensed by the state of Ohio and the Association of Christian Schools International. The Ohio teaching license, through... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Multi-Age Spanish Education | |
The Spanish Education major provides students with the cultural background and language skills necessary to function in the Spanish classroom and in the Spanish-speaking world. This major prepares students to teach in grades K-12 in public and Christian schools. For more information about Cedarville... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Music | |
The bachelor of arts in music is designed for students with a strong interest in music, as well as other academic areas. It is ideal for musically talented students who plan to go to graduate programs that will accept a bachelor's degree in any academic major. Examples include law, international studies,... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Music Education | |
The bachelor of music education prepares students to teach vocal, instrumental, or general music in grades K-12 in public and Christian schools. Two tracks, choral and instrumental, are available. |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Nursing | |
The Nursing Major at Cedarville is a four-year program that leads toward a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) degree. Seventy-one credits are required for the major, in addition to sixty-four General Education and support cognate credits, for a total of 135 credit hours required for graduation.... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Organizational Communication | |
Students in the organizational communication major study processes of human interaction within organizational settings. The curriculum provides opportunities for students to explore decision-making and problem-solving in corporate contexts, training and development processes, interviewing and discussion... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Pastoral Studies | |
The pastoral studies major is designed to prepare the person who aspires to serve as a general associate pastor or a staff pastor prior to graduate studies or prior to serving as a senior pastor. |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Performance | |
The performance major prepares students for graduate study and careers in music performance. Performance majors must also complete an instrumental, piano, or vocal concentration. |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Philosophy | |
The philosophy major is designed primarily for students anticipating graduate study in philosophy, theology, religion, or law. It serves to develop intellectual abilities important for life as a whole, beyond the knowledge and skills required for any particular profession. It cultivates the capacities... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Physics (B.A.) | |
The physics major prepares students for graduate study in physics or for employment opportunities in industry. The curriculum includes courses prescribed by leading graduate-level physics programs in the nation. Students should include courses in mathematics and chemistry as general electives. |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Political Communication | |
The political communication major provides students with a solid foundation to meet the diverse requirements of communication professionals in local, state, and national political contexts. This area of study begins with the fundamentals of political communication, then moves to develop proficiency in... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Political Science | |
The Political Science program is designed to prepare students for careers in public policy analysis, international affairs, various levels of government, campaign management, interest groups, journalism, and many others. |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Preagriculture | |
The preagriculture curriculum is designed to satisfy the technical and nontechnical requirements of the first two years of a typical agriculture program. Students should research agricultural schools to which they wish to transfer at the junior level so that application materials can be completed in... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Prelaw | |
The Prelaw program is designed to prepare students for law school and develop thinking and analytic skills needed to perform well on the Law School Aptitude Test (LSAT) and in law school. |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Premedical | |
Cedarville University students have been very successful in gaining admission to medical and osteopathic schools. Over the past five years, 81% of CU students who applied to medical schools were accepted (the national acceptance rate is 50-55%). While these schools usually do not require a specific major,... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Prepharmacy | |
The prepharmacy curriculum enables a student to obtain the first three or four years of the six- or seven-year Pharm.D. program at Cedarville University. To ensure that specific course requirements may be met through Cedarville courses, the student should select the pharmacy college he or she plans to... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Prephysical Therapy | |
Most Cedarville students who successfully apply to graduate programs in physical therapy have completed the B.A. in biology. Students should contact the specific schools they wish to attend to determine the exact prerequisites. Physical therapy schools usually require 40 to 100 hours of experience assisting... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Preseminary Bible | |
The preseminary Bible major is designed for students anticipating graduate work in preparation for vocational ministry. It provides a sufficient foundation in biblical subjects and the Greek language and enables the student to select elective courses from other departments, which will enrich his/her... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Psychology | |
The psychology major provides students with a general exposure to the field of psychology in preparation for graduate study in psychology or a number of human service positions. It entails completing forty (40) credits in core domains of psychology and includes forty-two (42) credits of free electives.... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Public Administration | |
The Public Administration program prepares students to serve others with a vision toward improving the quality of life in their local community, state, or the nation. This program prepares students for careers in government, non-profit and business administration, as well as graduate and professional... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Social Work | |
The Social Work major prepares students for future ministries/careers in professional social work, professional church and church-related specializations, and informal assistance. Students in the Social Work Program apply their classroom knowledge of Social Work theory, methods, and principles to actual... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Sociology | |
The Sociology program examines the social interaction of individuals in groups, organizations, and institutions while offering excellent preparation for graduate school and equipping students to understand their role as Christians, church and family members, citizens, employees, and students. Particular... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Spanish | |
The Spanish major enables students to develop skills in reading, writing, speaking, and comprehending spoken Spanish to gain cultural understanding that will enable them to interact appropriately in a variety of social contexts. Studying the language, history, and literature of the Hispanic peoples provides... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Special Education | |
Cedarville's Special Education program is designed to prepare students to successfully minister to multi-age children and adolescents with special needs such as learning disabilities, behavior disorders, and developmental delays. We provide exceptional preparation for a career in a variety of educational... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Sport and Exercise Studies | |
The sport and exercise studies major prepares students for a career in entry-level positions in YMCA, sport ministry organizations, social service agencies, recreation centers, college and university intramural or athletic departments, and other possibilities within the sport industry. This program can... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Sport Management | |
The sport management major prepares graduates to pursue career opportunities across the wide spectrum of sport: from amateur to collegiate to professional to corporate sport settings; and from roles in management to marketing to journalism to law. Students can also get involved in the campus Sport Management... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Studio Art | |
The bachelor of arts in studio art is designed for students with a strong interest in a variety of traditional studio disciplines such as drawing, painting, printmaking, and sculpting. The major is ideally suited for students who plan to complete graduate programs in art or arts-related fields. Examples... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Technical and Professional Communication | |
The Technical and Professional Communication major prepares students for positions as communication experts in a variety of industries. The major itself involves 56 semester hours in specific technical and professional communication courses. To be admitted to the technical and professional communication... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Theatre | |
The theatre major is a comprehensive major providing training in acting, directing, theatre design/technology, and theatre history/dramaturgy. In addition to studio and classroom instruction, students will gain practical experience through working on department productions and serving on production teams.... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
World Missions | |
The world missions major prepares the person who, upon graduation, becomes a missionary candidate or an evangelist |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Worship | |
The bachelor of arts in worship is designed to help prepare students who are interested in careers in worship leadership and related fields. All students must take courses in music, theology, and worship-related fields such as theatre, electronic media, or youth ministry. Elective hours can be used to... |
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Cedarville University
Bachelor degree
Youth Ministries | |
The youth ministries major prepares a person for vocational ministry in a wide range of contexts: churches, camps, college campuses, parachurch organizations, crosscultural contexts, etc. It also provides a solid foundation for graduate studies in related areas. |
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Cedarville University
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Bible | |
The one-year Bible program is designed to provide the student with greater Bible knowledge through intensive study of the Scriptures in a single academic year. The curriculum involves surveys of the entire Bible and the major Christian doctrines as well as specific book studies, practical theology courses,... |
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