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Biology
Biology majors/minors investigate living systems' structures, functions, and responses, from organisms to populations and ecosystems. You will have lab experiences and abundant research opportunities, and sharpen your scientific reasoning. Sample courses and career paths here, including medicine.
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Pre-Engineering
Future engineers major in Physics, Chemistry, and/or Math, preparing for careers ranging from civil and mechanical engineering to electrical and biomedical engineering. You'll earn a degree in engineering through Gustavus coursework, plus coursework at a school of engineering. (Gustavus has a dual degree program partnership with Washington University in St. Louis).
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Pre-Dentistry
Students interested in dentistry and oral health major in Biology, Chemistry, and/or Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. You'll gain an excellent scientific foundation with the flexibility to delve into diverse electives. Here, your career as a dentist, orthodontist, and oral surgeon begins with strong academics and a vibrant on-campus community. And the Office of Health Professions provides helps you navigate prerequisite courses and dental school applications.
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Pre-Materials Science
You'll major in Physics and/or Chemistry, developing critical thinking and analytical skills, plus a broad understanding of the world, as well as personalized guidance from a faculty advisor for pre-material science to prepare you for graduate education in materials science programs.
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History
History majors and minors learn how to ask good questions, use evidence to evaluate change and continuity, analyze cause and effect, put information in context, condense data into logic, and apply relevant information to understand the past and present. You will be a strong writer, researcher, and interpreter of information.
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Business Analytics
This unique interdisciplinary minor will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of modern business operations and the computational tools necessary for informed decision-making.
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Film and Media Arts
This major offers space to study, practice, and experiment with film and media within a broad interdisciplinary context that includes production, critical theory, and performance. You'll hone your command of form, content and craft, and develop creativity and visual literacy. And you'll gain understanding of media production and processes within a global environment.
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Pre-Seminary
Gustavus has a long history of preparing pastors, chaplains, and other Christian clergy and church leaders. You'll major in Religion, Psychology, English, and/or Philosophy on your way to seminary school and/or graduate theology education. Gustavus's chaplains and academic advisors will assist you in choosing coursework, plugging into student groups, and serving in campus leadership positions.
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Spanish
Spanish majors/minors can connect with 500 million other Spanish speakers. Faculty in the Modern Languages, Literatures, and Cultures Department (MLLC) who are focused on Spanish emphasize current events, putting the Spanish language into context. Sample courses and careers here.
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Pre-Law
Many majors support legal fields, including (but not limited to) Political Science, History, and Psychology. Courses cultivate problem-solving proficiency, critical reading, articulate writing, and effective oral communication. Gustavus's strong academics and faculty mentorship have launched generations of lawyers and legal careers.
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Sport Management
Majors/minors in Sport Management learn the business of professional, international, collegiate, youth, and community sport while developing the knowledge and skills necessary to work in the sport industry. Students consider questions related to ethics, diversity, equity, and inclusion in sport. Sample courses and career paths here.
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Physics
Physics is the foundation of everything from space exploration to robotics. In this nationally recognized program, majors/minors study matter, motion, and energy. Check out sample courses and career paths—including engineering and other physical sciences—here.