Academics

From picking a major to pursuing a research passion project, we’re here to support your academic journey each step of the way.

Major Opportunity Awaits

You’re going to think and do great things here. We want to help.

In the Division of Academic and Student Affairs, we provide the resources and programs, including those in our University College, that you need to forge your academic path — and see it through to the end.

Work with our dedicated academic advisors to discover your interests and translate them into a degree. Access support services to keep you on track. And delve into educational opportunities that ignite new intellectual passions.

Explore Your Options

Still choosing a major? Our University College Exploratory Studies program guides first-year students to find the right fit.

Browse Majors and Minors

From accounting to zoology, we’ve got you covered. Scout out more than 100 majors and 120 minors.

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Get Academic Help

Connect with an advisor, set up a tutoring session or find other academic support programs.

Keen, Curious Minds Welcome

Late nights in the lab. Books you can’t put down. Hunches you chase. Mentors you meet. It all starts here.

Our division offers high-impact experiences that go beyond your required coursework — and create lifelong learners. Whether you’re taking part in community-based learning, tackling real-world problems through undergraduate research or preparing for your future career in an internship, you’ll uncover added context and depth that enriches your time here.

Students who participate in our programs see higher GPAs and better retention. And they leave our campus more thoughtful, well-rounded and equipped to improve their communities.

Research and Fellowships

We empower students to conduct research, secure funding and earn awards.

Find out how

University Honors Program

We engage talented undergraduates and help them reach their potential.

Go inside the program

Students received $134,000+

from our Office of Undergraduate Research to fund their projects in the 2021-22 academic year.

Start yours

A Different Kind of College

Our division is home to University College: an incubator for interdisciplinary programs that engage every undergraduate student.

Within the college, you’ll find two academic departments, a robust arts collective and various academic units and programs.

We offer 14 minors ranging from arts entrepreneurship to military studies. Or you can dip your toes in with a course no matter what field you’re pursuing.