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Pursuing knowledge together.
Overview
At McPherson College, we believe in the energetic pursuit of knowledge. Through hands-on projects, exploring new ideas together, and program experiences that prepare you for a career, your academic team will spark your intellectual curiosity. ​
You’ll walk, talk, and eat alongside your professors, absorbing their knowledge and wrestling with ideas you’ve never considered. In fact, it’s common around here for faculty to invite students over for dinner and healthy debate. ​
With over 60 majors, minors, and pre-professional programs, McPherson College gives you the flexibility to explore many academic interests, take chances, ask questions, and be part of a campus that prizes curiosity and collaboration over competition.​
Majors
Academic Programs
Meet the team.
Every McPherson College student has a team committed to your academic success and career preparation. Let us know what you're interested in and start building your team!
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Art & Design
Graphic Design, Marketing, Photography, Studio Art, Pre-Art Therapy, Digital Media, Art Education,
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Automotive Restoration
Art & Design, Communications, History, Management, Technology
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Behavioral Sciences
Psychology (Child Development, Health and Human Services), Sociology (Criminal Justice, Health and Human Services)
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Business Administration
Accounting, Finance, Management, Marketing
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Communication
Communication, Social Justice & Advocacy, Digital Media
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Minor
Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
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English, Teaching Licensure, ESL Endorsement
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Minor
Exercise Science
Strength and Conditioning, Exercise Physiology
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Health Science
Health Science, Healthcare Management
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History & Politics
History, Politics & History, Teaching Licensure
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Minor
Mathematics
Mathematics, Data Science, Data Analytics, Teaching Licensure
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Minor
Music
Music Performance, Music Education
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Minor
Natural Sciences
Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Sustainability, Teaching Licensure, Pre-Professional Programs
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Minor
Philosophy & Religion
Philosophy and Religion: Pre-Law; Philosophy and Religion
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Minor
Spanish
Teaching Licensure, Spanish (PK-12), ESL (6-12)
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Minor
Sport Studies
Sport Studies, Sport Management
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Minor
Teacher Education
Elementary Education, Master of Education
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Theatre
Theatre, Musical Theatre, Arts Administration and Events Management, Teaching Licensure
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Shape a specialized future.
In addition to McPherson’s core academic programs, we have other ways to make sure your coursework makes a positive impact for your next steps—whether that’s gaining admission to graduate school or starting your career.
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Opportunities
Pre-Professional Programs
Our pre-professional programs prepare you for specialized training or advanced study.
Capstone Experience
During your senior year in the major you choose, you’ll complete a capstone project to share what you’ve learned and how you’ve grown during your time at McPherson.
Design your major.
A student-design major allows you to explore many career options by combining courses from different academic areas into one major.
Study Abroad & Travel
At McPherson College, you have two options for studying abroad by designing a full study abroad experience or participating in specific international travel study courses.
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Are you ready to see what you will do and who you will become at McPherson College? We’ll guide you through the admissions process and connect you with financial aid and scholarship opportunities to make it happen.
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See for yourself.
During your visit, you’ll meet faculty and students in your major and explore all that McPherson College and the community have to offer.
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