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Choosing a major is important. At CSB and SJU, the broad-based learning you’ll do in our Integrations Curriculum is just as important. You’ll learn to think in broader, more collaborative ways and see relationships between the arts, the sciences and the humanities. These are real-world skills that make our grads appealing to employers and the nation’s top graduate programs.
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Have you dreamed of being a CEO or CFO? Accounting graduates are highly sought after in the job market and often go on to leadership positions… -
American Chemical Society
CHEM 125, Introduction to Chemical Structure and Properties, CHEM 201 Purificaton and Separation Lab I, CHEM 202 Purification and Chromatography Lab II, CHEM 250, Reactors of… -
Ancient Mediterranean Studies
Ancient Mediterranean Studies (also known as “Classics”) is the interdisciplinary study of the ancient peoples and cultures of the Mediterranean basin, especially Greeks and Romans, including… -
Anthropology
The Sociology Department offers courses in both Sociology and Anthropology. Sociology is the study of groups, the ways people behave in groups and how an individual’s… -
Art
The art department educates both art majors and non-majors in the theory, practice and history of art. This education involves the understanding of historical development of… -
Art Education
Course Requirements: ART 248 Sophomore Topics Course Requirements: ART 248 Sophomore Topics Minimum Grade and/or GPA for required courses: Passing grade in ART 248 Sophomore Topics -
Art History
Can double count if the student is an Art Major, ART 240H counts fo this, Cannot double count if the student is also an Art Major -
Athletic Training
The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University offer a pre-professional program in athletic training. Students complete prerequisite coursework as outlined by the different accredited… -
Biochemistry
This interdisciplinary major entails the study of the structure, synthesis, properties and regulation of biomolecules. Cellular, organ, and organismal processes are examined through the study of… -
Biology
The biological sciences are rapidly expanding our understanding of the natural world, from the inner workings of cancer cells to the evolution of the human genome… -
Book Arts
Note: Art Minors: can use ART 118 Design: 2D/4D to fulfill requirements in both minors. English Majors/Minors: can double-count one English class to fulfill requirements. -
Chemistry
A degree in chemistry, in addition to being an excellent preparation for industrial employment, graduate study or secondary teaching, also prepares students to apply for further… -
Chemistry, Chemical Biology
Chemistry Major, Chemistry Major – Secondary Education -
Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry
Chemistry Major, Chemistry Major – Secondary Education -
Chemistry, Industrial/Materials
Chemistry Major, Chemistry Major – Secondary Education -
Chiropractic
The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University offer a pre-professional program in chiropractic medicine. Our program is not a specific set of courses, but… -
Climate Studies
Climate Studies is an interdisciplinary department. -
Computer Science
Problem solving is at the core of computer science. Beginning with the hands-on laboratory sessions in the first four courses of the major, all the way… -
Creative Writing
Course Requirements: 8 credits of English courses, including 4 credits above the 100-level. Minimum GPA for major coursework: 2. -
Data Analytics
The Data Analytics (DATA) minor, rooted in the liberal arts and interdisciplinary in nature, provides opportunities for students to discover new knowledge and explore problems through… -
Data Science
The Data Science major is an interdisciplinary major, jointly administered by the Computer Science and Mathematics Departments. This major is effective with the 2022-2023 Academic Catalog.… -
Dentistry
Dental schools consider majors in any discipline to be acceptable for admission. Prerequisite coursework most often includes one year of biology, general and organic chemistry, physics,… -
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
As a FNP student, you will be taught how to complete comprehensive health assessments, order appropriate diagnostic tests, complete advanced level procedural skills, manage and diagnose… -
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Leadership
Are you ready to become a key player in today’s complex healthcare environment? The Doctor of Nursing Practice: Leadership track will empower you to rise to… -
Economics
Economics is the study of individual and social choices that lead to the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services through private markets and non-market… -
Elementary Education
Application to the Education Department occurs during the semester students are enrolled in EDUC 379A Educational Psychology: Myths Versus Science. -
Engineering
Saint John’s and Saint Benedict’s offer students the preparation for entrance into the various fields of engineering. We have our own Engineering Physics track within the… -
Engineering Physics
Engineering physics is a field that prepares students for further study of engineering as well as direct entry into technical careers in industry. -
English
The department of English offers traditional and innovative courses to meet the needs of both liberal arts and pre-professional students. We prepare majors for a wide… -
English Narrative Practice
ENGL 111 Introduction to Narrative Practice, ENGL 213 Creative Writing: Fiction and Poetry, ENGL 3XX: Advanced Narative Practices -
English Secondary Education
Students in this program meet the same requirements as do other English majors. Secondary-Education minors must also meet the requirements of the Education Department. Students are… -
English Writing
20 Credits Required ENGL Writing Courses, ENGL electives, TOTAL HOURS -
Entrepreneurship
There’s a special strength in studying entrepreneurship in a liberal arts environment. Students in our classrooms will approach problems as artists, sociologists, historians, economists, environmentalists, physicists… -
Environmental Studies
The environmental studies department takes an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the environment and sustainability issues, integrating perspectives from the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences,… -
Exercise and Health Science
Exercise science is a broad discipline that examines the biological, mechanical, sociocultural, and behavioral aspects of human movement with primary application to human health, exercise, and… -
Finance
Finance is the study of the management, creation, and analysis of money, investments, and financial markets. A finance degree provides students with an understanding of how… -
Forestry
They may complete a bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, mathematics, economics or a related area and apply to graduate programs for an advanced degree in forestry; -
French Studies
FREN 111 Introduction to the French Language (4 Credits), An introduction to the basic elements of the French language. Work in all communicative skills: listening, speaking,… -
Gender Studies
Our Gender Studies program envisions a world where gender equality and social justice are achieved for all persons. We strive to center the experiences and perspectives… -
German Studies
GERM 111 Elementary German I (4 Credits), Basic elements of German. Practice in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing, including work with pronunciation, grammar, and culture. Designed… -
Global Business Leadership
The global business environment, in which change is a constant, requires a different type of leader. This new leader must have functional knowledge and analytical skills,… -
Global Health
The Global Health Minor at CSB/SJU is a 20 credit interdisciplinary program that teaches students to think critically about global health challenges and solutions to global… -
Hispanic Studies
The study of another language is an adventure, an exploration into the workings of minds both like and unalike our own. As human minds mold language,… -
History
History analyzes human experience in context as it changes over time. It examines the complex intersections between human actions and the social, cultural, economic, environmental, and… -
Honors Scholars
The Honors Scholars program at CSB+SJU transcends traditional models to create something truly extraordinary. -
Languages and Cultures
Classics is the interdisciplinary study of the ancient Greek and Roman peoples and their interactions with other populations and cultures in the Mediterranean and Middle East.… -
Latin
LATN 111 Introduction to Latin I (4), The elements of classical Latin, its grammatical structure and forms, with a basic vocabulary. Development of reading skill through… -
Latino / Latin American Studies
The Latino/Latin American Studies minor is an interdisciplinary curriculum that explores the histories and cultures of the peoples of the Americas. The program offers a variety… -
Law
A rigorous liberal arts program is excellent preparation for admission to law school. Law schools do not require that a student take a specific sequence of… -
Master of Arts in Liturgical Music
The Master of Arts in Liturgical Music prepares students to serve the church as pastoral leaders in the musical dimensions of worship. -
Master of Arts in Ministry
The Master of Arts in Ministry grounds students in the theological tradition and prepares them for service in parish and social ministries. -
Master of Arts in Theology
The Master of Arts in Theology provides students with a solid theological foundation in Scripture, doctrine, liturgy, and spirituality/monastic studies. Students will develop their understanding of… -
Master of Divinity – Lay Ministry
The M.Div. program for lay ministry candidates readies students for church leadership as lay ecclesial ministers. -
Master of Divinity – Priesthood Studies
Priesthood candidates will discern their gifts and prepare for a ministry of service to their communities and to the people of God. -
Master of Science in Nursing- Leadership and Education for Practice
The Master of Science in Nursing prepares you for a career as a leader and educator in the healthcare field to be able to work in… -
Master of Theological Studies
The M.T. S. program provides students with a solid theological foundation that prepares them for advanced theological study and for teaching and leadership roles in Christian… -
Master of Theology
The Th.M. degree is a postgraduate, pre-doctoral program which prepares students for further studies. -
Mathematics
The mathematics department offers concentrations in mathematics and mathematics/secondary education; it also offers a major in data science jointly with the computer science department. Information about… -
Medicine
Medical schools consider majors in any discipline to be acceptable for admission. Prerequisites are one year of introductory biology, general and organic chemistry, and physics. -
Music
Music, one of the core Liberal Arts, is an expression of the human condition. The CSB/SJU Music Department seeks to deepen students’ understanding and appreciation of… -
Music Education
MUSC 109 Foundations of Music and Musicianship, MUSC 110 Music Theory and Skills I, MUSC 210 Musicla Theory and Skills II -
Music Studies
MUSC 109 Foundations of Music and Musicianship, MUSC 110 Music Theory and Skills I, MUSC 210 Musicla Theory and Skills II -
Neuroscience
Neuroscience seeks to understand how the nervous system acquires and integrates information from the environment in order to produce behavioral responses. It is an inherently interdisciplinary… -
Nursing
The department of nursing offers a four-year program which leads to a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in nursing. -
Nutrition
The study of Nutrition investigates the ways in which food promotes the health and well-being of individuals, communities, and the environment. Focused academic inquiry in food… -
Occupational Therapy
The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University offer a pre-professional program in occupational therapy. Students complete prerequisite coursework as outlined by the different accredited… -
Optometry
Saint Benedict’s and Saint John’s offer a pre-professional program in optometry. -
Pharmacy
The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University offer a pre-professional program for students who plan to enter the field of pharmacy. Entrance requirements for… -
Philosophy
The Philosophy Department’s curriculum is built around the idea that philosophy is good for people outside of academic life. It offers personal enrichment as students reflect… -
Physical Therapy
The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University offer a pre-professional program in physical therapy. Students complete prerequisite coursework as outlined by the different accredited… -
Physician Assistant
Pre-physician assistant students must take a number of natural and social science courses as pre-requisites for admission. There are no universal set of common pre-requisites to… -
Physics
The program of study at Saint Benedict’s and Saint John’s is planned to keep students abreast of the latest developments in the study of physics. The… -
Political Science
The political science department equips students to understand political life, to be effective citizens, and to achieve positions of political leadership. -
Psychology
Psychology is a discipline defined as the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. Our curriculum provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to investigate… -
Public Accounting
Students in this concentration take classes in all the major accounting and business disciplines, which prepare them for success in passing the different sections of the… -
Public Advocacy Leadership
Communication is a vital part of the human experience, and learning how to convey ideas through visuals, speech, text, and graphics prepares you for a variety… -
Public Health
The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University offer a pre-professional program in public health. Students complete prerequisite coursework as outlined by the various accredited… -
Public Relations, Advertising and Marketing
A degree in Strategic Communication Studies helps you understand and navigate a world that has become so noisy and full of information. -
Secondary Education
Students seeking a Minnesota license to teach grades 5-12 Communication Arts/Literature, Mathematics, Natural Science, and Social Studies; grades 9-12 Life Science, Chemistry, and Physics; grades 5-8… -
Secondary Education Social Science
Communication is a vital part of the human experience, and learning how to convey ideas through visuals, speech, text, and graphics prepares you for a variety… -
Sociology
The Sociology Department offers courses in both Sociology and Anthropology. Sociology is the study of groups, the ways people behave in groups and how an individual’s… -
Strategic Communication Studies
The field of communication studies how people communicate and how that communication constructs shared beliefs and shapes human community. Scholars of communication promote analysis of, and… -
Studio Art
Note: Art Minors: can use ART 118 Design: 2D/4D to fulfill requirements in both minors. -
Theater
The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University theater department is supportive of the mission statements of both institutions and dedicated to the education of… -
Theology
Religious faith, expressed in countless ways, has played a major role in the unfolding of human history and civilizations. Therefore, as the study of faith, theology… -
Veterinary Medicine
Graduate programs in veterinary medicine consider majors in any discipline to be acceptable for admission. However, significant coursework in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics are prerequisites for…