Areas of Study

Undergraduate Areas of Study

Northwest Nazarene University, a Christian comprehensive university, offers over 60 areas of study, master's degree programs in eleven disciplines, accelerated degree programs, concurrent credit for high school students, and a variety of continuing education credits. In addition to its 90-acre campus located in Nampa, Idaho, the University also offers programs online as well as in Boise, Twin Falls, Idaho Falls, and in cooperation with programs in 10 countries.

Listed below are all the majors we offer to undergraduate students on campus.

Applied and Liberal Studies

  • Applied Studies
  • Humanities
  • Liberal Studies
  • Social Science

Art

  • Art Education
  • Graphic Design
  • Photography
  • Studio Art

Behavioral Sciences &
Cultural Studies

  • Criminal Justice
  • Cultural Studies & Modern Languages
  • Psychology
  • Social Science/Sociologist
  • Spanish

Biology

  • Biology
  • Biochemistry
  • Ecology/Biodiversity
  • Pre-Medical
  • Pre-Physical Therapy

Business

  • Accounting
  • Global Business
  • Business Administration
  • Economics
  • Management
  • Management Information Systems
  • Marketing

Chemistry

  • Biochemistry
  • Chemistry
  • Environmental Chemistry
  • Pre-Medical

Communication Studies

  • Broadcast & Performance
  • Communication
  • Communication Science
  • Drama
  • Mass Communication
  • Media Production

 

Computer Science

  • Computer Graphic Design
  • Computer Information Systems
  • Computer Science

Education

  • Elementary Education
  • Secondary Education
    • Art
    • Biology
    • Chemistry
    • History
    • Kinesiology
    • Mathematics
    • Music
    • Social Science
    • Spanish
  • Special Education

Engineering and Physics

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Engineering Physics
  • Physics

English

  • English
  • Literature
  • Professional Writing

History & Political Science

  • History
  • International Studies
  • Political Science
  • Pre-law

Kinesiology

  • Athletic Training
  • Kinesiology/Coaching
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Recreation and Sport Management

Mathematics

  • Mathematics

Military Science

  • Military Science

 

Music

  • Music
  • Instrumental
  • Piano
  • Theory
  • Voice
  • Worship & Music Ministry
  • Commercial/Music Industry

Nursing

  • Nursing

Philosophy

  • Philosophy and Religion
  • Philosophy

Pre-Professional

  • Pre-Dental
  • Pre-Dental Hygiene
  • Pre-Medical
  • Pre-Optometry
  • Pre-Pharmacy
  • Pre-Physician Assistant
  • Pre-Veterinary Medicine

Psychology

  • Industrial & Organizational Psychology
  • Interdisciplinary Psychology
  • Neuroscienece/Neuropsychology
  • Scientist/Practitioner Emphasis

Religion

  • Biblical Languages
  • Biblical Studies
  • Children's Ministries
  • Christian Education
  • Christian Ministry
  • Evangelism
  • Intercultural Ministry (Missions)
  • Parachurch Ministries
  • Pastoral Ministries
  • Philosophy and Religion
  • Theology
  • Worship Leadership
  • Youth Ministry

Social Work

  • Social Work