Academic Program Finder

Broaden your historical knowledge and global perspective by studying African and African American history, traditions, cultures, and social movements at Indiana State.

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African and African American Studies (Minor)

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Anthropology (Minor)

Undergraduate Certificate / Licensure, On Campus
College of Arts and Sciences

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Applied Computer Science Certificate

Expand your understanding of computer science principles while developing useful skills in software applications for emerging technologies, with an applied computer science certificate from Indiana State.

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Archaeology and Applied Anthropology (BS)

Conduct research, travel to field sites, and learn about the origin, development, and activity of humans from around the world with an archaeology and applied anthropology degree from Indiana State University.

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Art (BA)

Pursue your passion for visual art with an art degree from Indiana State. Learn to master creative skills and techniques in studio arts, design, and multimedia.

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Art Education All Grade (BS)

Combine your passions for education, art, and creativity with an art education all-grade degree from Indiana State. Learn how to teach well-rounded art education classes for high school, middle school, or elementary school students.

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Art History (Minor)

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Art Studio (MA)

Students in the Master of Arts in Art Studio program embrace their creativity by mastering a specific area of art, such as ceramics, drawing, graphic design, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, and sculpture-wood/studio furniture.

Art with Art History Concentration (BA)

Strengthen your understanding of culture, history, and architecture with an art degree from Indiana State. With a concentration in art history, you will prepare for careers with art museums, galleries, educational programs, and corporate collections.

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Biochemistry (Minor)

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Biology (BA)

Combine core biology courses with related laboratory sciences—including chemistry, biometry, physiology, and anatomy—and laboratory techniques with a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology from Indiana State.

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Biology (BS)

Study the diverse areas of biological sciences to gain an understanding of organisms, their genetic, molecular, and cellular components, and their impact on the environment, with a biology degree from Indiana State.

Biology (Minor)

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Biology (MS)

Doctoral, On Campus
College of Arts and Sciences

Advance your research experience and knowledge of biology for a career in industry or with federal and state government, with a master of science in biology from Indiana State University.

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Biology (PhD)

Prepare for university teaching positions as well as research and professional careers with Indiana State University’s Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD) in Biology with specializations in Ecology, Microbiology, and Physiology.

Biology for Non-Science Majors (Minor)

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Biology with Medical Laboratory Science Specialization (BS)

Master's, Online
College of Arts and Sciences

Work behind the scenes to analyze blood, fluid, tissue, and more to assist doctors and medical experts in treating patients. Prepare for a career as a medical laboratory scientist at Indiana State University.

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Biology without Thesis (MS) Biology

Gain the advanced knowledge of biology needed for in-demand careers in industry and federal and state government agencies, with our Online Master of Science in Biology.

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Biology: Non-Thesis (Accelerated MS)

Accelerated Master's, Master's, On Campus
College of Arts and Sciences

Fast-track your education and career. Earn your bachelor’s plus your master’s degree with the Biology Accelerated Master’s (4+1) Program at Indiana State University.

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Chemistry (BS/BA)

Get on track for a rewarding career in the chemical sciences, or prepare for graduate or professional school with a bachelor’s in chemistry from Indiana State.

Chemistry (Minor)

Civic Leadership (Minor)

Undergraduate Certificate / Licensure, On Campus
College of Arts and Sciences

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Civic Leadership Certificate

Understand how to help citizens make decisions and respond to complex contemporary issues in activism and leadership in the political, philanthropic, and business sectors, with a civic leadership certificate from Indiana State.

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Clinical Psychology (PsyD)

Doctoral, On Campus
College of Arts and Sciences

Indiana State University’s Clinical Psychology PsyD is a well-respected program that provides balanced training in clinical and research skills.

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Communication (Accelerated MA)

Accelerated Master's, Master's, On Campus
College of Arts and Sciences

Fast-track your education and career. Earn your bachelor’s plus your master’s degree with the Communication Accelerated Master’s (4+1) Program at Indiana State University.

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Communication (MA)

Graduate Certificate / Licensure, Online
College of Arts and Sciences

The Master of Arts in Communication prepares you for advanced communication professions in the private and public sectors, including media and public-issues management in business, education, government, and non-profits.

Communication Leadership Graduate Certificate

Further your communication skills and prepare for advanced leadership roles with our online Communication Leadership Graduate Certificate.

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Computer Science (Accelerated MS)

Accelerated Master's, On Campus
College of Arts and Sciences

Fast-track your education and career. Earn your bachelor’s plus your master’s degree with the Computer Science Accelerated Master’s (4+1) Program at Indiana State University.

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Computer Science (MS) Online

Master's, Online
College of Arts and Sciences

Advance your career with Indiana State University's Master of Science in Computer Science. This 100% online program will enrich your skills and knowledge base in this rapidly evolving field.

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Criminology and Criminal Justice (Accelerated MS)

Accelerated Master's, On Campus, Online
College of Arts and Sciences

Learn major facets of the criminal justice system and fast-track your education by earning a bachelor’s plus master’s degree in five years with the Criminology and Criminal Justice Accelerated Master’s (4+1) program at Indiana State University.

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Criminology and Criminal Justice (BS)

Bachelor's, On Campus, Online
College of Arts and Sciences

Learn major facets of the criminal justice system, from policing and investigations to the judicial system and corrections. Prepare for a dynamic criminal justice career with a Criminology and Criminal Justice degree from Indiana State.

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Criminology and Criminal Justice (MA and MS)

Master's, On Campus, Online
College of Arts and Sciences

Indiana State University’s Master of Arts and Master of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice prepare students for advanced roles and leadership positions within criminal justice agencies, as well as for doctoral studies and academic or industry research.

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Cultural Communication (BA)

Bachelor's, On Campus, Online
College of Arts and Sciences

Prepare for a diverse communication career addressing global issues in culturally diverse environments with a cultural communication degree from Indiana State University.

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Cybercriminology and Security Studies (BS)

Combat 21st-century crime by mastering the technological and behavioral tools criminals use to compromise data, locations, and personnel. Prepare for a lucrative and impactful career in law enforcement, homeland security, or corporate and non-profit security.

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Data Science (BS)

Meet the growing demand for data scientists across all major industries with a bachelor’s degree from Indiana State.

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Digital Communication and Media (BA)

Undergraduate Certificate / Licensure, On Campus
College of Arts and Sciences

Develop a professional communication portfolio of creative digital media content, and understand contemporary digital culture trends, with a digital communication and media degree from Indiana State University.

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Digital Forensics Certificate

Prepare for a fascinating career collecting, identifying, classifying, and analyzing digital data used for criminal investigations, with a digital forensics certificate from Indiana State.

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Digital Media Communication (Graduate Certificate)

Graduate Certificate / Licensure, Online
College of Arts and Sciences

Gain in-demand skills and expertise in digital media and production design with our online Graduate Certificate in Digital Media Communication.

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Economic Policy Certificate

Undergraduate Certificate / Licensure, On Campus, Online
College of Arts and Sciences

Expand your career options with an economic policy certificate from Indiana State.

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Economics (BS)

Bachelor's, On Campus, Online
College of Arts and Sciences

Learn to solve human problems in areas including business, government, international relations, medicine, and law, with an economics degree from Indiana State.

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English (BA)

Turn your passion for literature, writing, and creativity into a successful career with a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English from Indiana State University.

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English (MA)

Further your education and career with a Master of Arts in English and a concentration in Literature or Writing.

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English Teaching (BA)

Share your love of literature, writing, and creativity with Indiana State’s Bachelor of Arts degree in English Teaching for middle school or high school.

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Environmental Geoscience (BS)

Learn about energy and mineral sources for industry careers in environmental policy, research, and consulting. Discover mineral deposits, travel to field sites, and learn about water resources, climatology, and related geoscience topics.

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Fine Arts (BFA)

Turn the ordinary into the extraordinary with a fine arts degree from Indiana State. With concentrations in graphic design, intermedia, 2D, and 3D arts, you will learn the fundamentals of artistic expression while exploring your creativity.

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Fine Arts (MFA)

Undergraduate Certificate / Licensure, On Campus
College of Arts and Sciences

MFA students in the Fine Arts explore the fundamentals of artistic expression and enhance their creative skills and vision by mastering a specific art medium – ceramics, drawing, graphic design, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, or sculpture-wood/studio furniture.

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Gender and the Workplace Certificate

With a Gender and the Workplace Certificate from Indiana State University, you can deepen your understanding of the intersections between gender, sexuality, class, and race as they impact careers and workplace environments.

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General Studies (BA/BS)

Bachelor's, On Campus, Online
College of Arts and Sciences

Finish your degree and advance your career with a bachelor’s in general studies.

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Genomics, Health, and Public Policy Graduate Certificate Online

Graduate Certificate / Licensure, Online
College of Arts and Sciences

Further your education and increase your career opportunities with an online Genomics, Health, and Public Policy Graduate Certificate from Indiana State.

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Geographic Information Science Certificate

Undergraduate Certificate / Licensure, On Campus
College of Arts and Sciences

Examine economic, environmental, physical, and social phenomena related to geospatial science with a geographic information science certificate from Indiana State.

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Geography (MA)

Accelerated Master's, Master's, On Campus
College of Arts and Sciences

Further your education and career in Earth and Environmental Sciences with the Geography MA program at Indiana State University.

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Geography and Sustainability (Accelerated MA)

Earn your bachelor’s plus your master’s degree with the Geography and Sustainability Accelerated Master’s (4 + 1) Program at Indiana State University.

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Geography and Sustainability (BA, BS)

Study global environmental issues, land use, and spatial relationships for careers in geography and sustainability.

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Geology (BS)

Accelerated Master's, On Campus
College of Arts and Sciences

Study the Earth, its oceans, and its life. Conduct research, travel to field sites, and learn about the environment, geologic resources, water resources, and related geology topics.

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Geoscience (Accelerated MS)

Study all aspects of Earth systems and fast-track your education by earning a bachelor’s plus master’s degree in five years with the Geoscience Accelerated Master’s (4+1) program at Indiana State University.

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Geoscience (MS)

Undergraduate Certificate / Licensure, On Campus
College of Arts and Sciences

Advance your education and career in geosciences and earth and environmental systems, both from a modern-day and historical perspective, with a Geoscience Master of Science degree from Indiana State University.

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Gerontology Certificate

Enhance your understanding of the aging process, health, quality of life, death, and dying, and how this relates to human behavior in aging adults, with a gerontology certificate from Indiana State.

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Health Communication Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate / Licensure, Online
College of Arts and Sciences

Our online Health Communication Graduate Certificate is ideal for individuals working in any area of health (from health promotion to patient advocacy) who require a well-developed background in theory and applied communication skills.

History (BA)

Master's, On Campus, Online
College of Arts and Sciences

Expand your knowledge of the world and strengthen your research and analysis skills in preparation for a professional career or graduate study with a degree in History from Indiana State.

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History (MA)

The University's Master of Arts (MA) in History prepares you for entry into doctoral programs and for teaching at the university, community college, and secondary levels. It also provides an excellent background for careers in law, business, government service, and more specialized areas.

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Intelligence Analysis (BS)

Bachelor's, On Campus, Online
College of Arts and Sciences

Learn to structure your thinking to solve complex, real-world problems when there is limited time and a lack of reliable information. The Bachelor of Science in Intelligence Analysis prepares you for highly important analyst roles in government, military, or private sector organizations.

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Journalism (BA)

Become a storyteller for all forms of media—including print, video, audio, graphics, social media, and more—with a journalism degree from Indiana State University.

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Language Studies (BA)

Undergraduate Certificate / Licensure, On Campus
College of Arts and Sciences

Expand your knowledge of foreign languages, cultures, and linguistics while preparing for a career as a language teacher, linguist, or multilingual professional with a language studies degree from Indiana State.

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Language Studies Certificate

Enhance your understanding of international cultures, and develop intermediate language skills in French, Japanese, Latin, or Spanish, with a Language Studies Certificate from Indiana State University.

Language Studies Teaching (BA)

Bachelor's, Online
College of Arts and Sciences

Expand your knowledge of foreign languages and prepare for a career as a foreign language or English as a Second Language instructor, with a language studies teaching degree from Indiana State.

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Leadership and Professional Development (BS) Online

Finish your degree and advance your career with our online Bachelor Degree-Completion program in Leadership and Professional Development.

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Legal Studies (BS)

Accelerated Master's, On Campus
College of Arts and Sciences

The Legal Studies program at Indiana State helps you build your knowledge of the legal system and develop the analytical and communication skills necessary to apply for and succeed in law school, or to pursue other related careers.

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Mathematics (Accelerated MS)

Fast-track your education and career. Earn your bachelor’s plus your master’s degree with the Mathematics Accelerated Master’s (4+1) Program at Indiana State University.

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Mathematics (BA/BS)

Explore the universal language of numbers, geometric shapes, logic, and related areas of mathematics. Learn how math relates to real-world problems, leadership, communication, and teamwork with a mathematics degree from Indiana State.

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Mathematics (MA, MS)

Study theoretical mathematics and statistics for careers in teaching, finance, research, and industry with a master’s degree in mathematics at Indiana State University.

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Mathematics Teaching (BS)

Pursue your passion for education and mathematics with a mathematics teaching degree from Indiana State.

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Middle School Mathematics Teaching (BS)

Teach mathematics to middle school students, and provide them with essential preparation for more advanced high school courses, with a middle school mathematics teaching degree from Indiana State.

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Multidisciplinary Studies (BA, BS)

Transform your passions and skills into a successful career with a bachelor’s in Multidisciplinary Studies from Indiana State University.

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Music Composition (BM)

Transform notes, rhythm, and melodies into performance music while studying music history, theory, musicianship, and performance. Enhance your passion for music and entertain audiences with a music composition degree from Indiana State.

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Music Education (BME)

Pursue your calling as a music educator while preparing to teach general music education, choral, or instrumental music to today’s youth. Study music history, music theory, conducting, and more with a music education degree from Indiana State.

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Music Liberal Arts (BA)

Enhance your music education with other studies, including business administration, English, and history, to prepare for graduate school and professional careers.

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Music Performance (BM)

Practice advanced music techniques and perform in music ensembles with other passionate music majors. Study music history and theory, take private lessons, and strengthen your talents with a music performance degree from Indiana State.

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Music with Merchandising or Business Administration (BS)