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Accounting

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Master

Accounting is the foundation of business, focusing on tracking, managing and analyzing financial data to ensure financial health and compliance. With advanced tools and technology, accountants play a key role in guiding business decisions, forecasting trends and identifying growth opportunities. They are equipped with strong technical and interpersonal skills to excel as global corporate citizens in the business world. As businesses become more complex, the demand for skilled accountants who can interpret data and provide strategic insights continues to rise, opening up exciting career opportunities in public accounting, businesses, sports franchises, non-profit organizations, the FBI and many others. Accounting majors are prepared for diverse financial roles and are equipped with strong technical and interpersonal skills to excel as global corporate citizens in the business world.

Undergraduate Programs:
Accounting, B.S.B.A.
Tax Planning Certificate
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Graduate Programs:
Accountancy: Professional M.Acc. 100% Online Option Only
Accountancy: Executive, M.Acc. 100% Online Option Only
Accountancy: Forensic Data Analytics, M.Acc. 100% Online Option Only
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Anthropology

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor

Studying anthropology prepares you for a variety of careers. You will be ready for professions in the humanities and the social and natural sciences—from teaching, business and public service to medicine and law.

Undergraduate Programs:
Sociology and Anthropology: Anthropology, B.A.
Sociology and Anthropology: Anthropology, B.S.
Anthropology Minor
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Applied Leadership and Learning

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor Specialist/Doctoral Certificate

The UTC leadership programs equip students with the skills to understand the complex relationship between learning and leadership in various organizational settings. As education and organizational environments continue to evolve, professionals with the ability to lead, make informed decisions and implement effective instructional practices are in high demand. These programs are designed for nontraditional students who need a flexible educational pathway that aligns with their professional life.

Undergraduate Programs:
Applied Leadership, B.A.S. 100% Online Option Only
Applied Leadership Minor
Essentials of Leadership Certificate
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Graduate Programs:
Leadership and Decision-Making, Ph.D.
Leadership and Professional Practice, Ed.D.
Higher Education Leadership and Decision-Making Post-Masters Certificate 100% Online Option Only
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Art

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor

Studying art at UTC is an immersive journey in creative expression, critical thinking and technical mastery that equips students with the skills to innovate and influence the world. The mission of the UTC Department of Art is to offer an accessible, rigorous and supportive learning environment that exposes students to a range of creative processes and intellectual models for contemporary practice.

Undergraduate Programs:
Art Education, B.A.
Art History, B.A.
Studio, B.A.
Graphic Design (Design Research & Practice), B.F.A.
Painting and Drawing, B.F.A.
Photography and Media Art, B.F.A.
Sculpture, B.F.A.
Art History Minor
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Biology

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor

Biology is the study of life, a broad discipline allowing students to pursue various passions and careers. Students interested in organisms can focus on courses in animals, plants, fungi or microbes. Students interested in medical fields can focus on courses in molecular genetics and cellular biology. Students interested in teaching biology can focus on STEM education.

Undergraduate Programs:
Biology: General, B.S.
Biology: Preprofessional, B.S.
Biology: STEM Education, B.S.
Biology Minor
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Brock Scholars

Degree(s) available: Minor

This program is a four-year interdisciplinary program for academically gifted and motivated students pursuing an education that nurtures their intellects, sense of social responsibility and drive to lead.

Available Degree Programs:
Brock Scholars Minor
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Business Administration

Degree(s) available: Minor Master

The Business Administration program has degrees that provide students with practical and strategic skills in organization, operations, accounting, finance and information management. These skills are essential for entrepreneurial success and help professionals make informed business decisions across various industries.

Undergraduate Program:
Business Administration Minor
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Graduate Programs:
Business Administration: General, M.B.A. 100% Online Option
Business Administration: Accounting, M.B.A.100% Online Option
Business Administration: Healthcare Administration, M.B.A. 100% Online Option
Business Administration: Finance, M.B.A. 100% Online Option
Business Administration: Business Analytics, M.B.A. 100% Online Option
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Business and Data Analytics

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Master Certificate

The UTC graduate program in Business Analytics equips students with the skills to collect, manage, control and interpret large sets of data. Professionals with data analytics expertise are highly sought after and work in various industries, including healthcare, logistics, transportation and manufacturing. These professionals need both technical know-how and business knowledge to help organizations make better business decisions.

Undergraduate Programs:
Business Analytics, B.S.B.A.
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Graduate Programs:
Data Analytics, M.S.D.A. 100% Online Option
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Business Analytics Post Baccalaureate Certificate 100% Online Option
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Chemical Engineering

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Master

Chemical engineering is the application of chemistry, biology, physics and mathematics to solve problems involving the production or use of chemicals, fuel, drugs, food and more. This field involves designing processes and equipment for large-scale manufacturing, testing manufacturing methods and byproducts, and overseeing production to ensure safety and sustainability. Chemical engineering students are equipped with the skills to innovate in diverse sectors such as pharmaceuticals, environmental health and energy solutions, in pursuit of fostering a safer, more efficient world.

Undergraduate Programs
Chemical Engineering, B.S.Ch.E.
Chemical Engineering: Environmental, B.S.Ch.E.
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Graduate Program
Engineering: Chemical, M.S. 100% Online Option
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Chemistry

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor

The UTC Department of Chemistry and Physics is committed to a student-centered program based in the physical and life sciences. Emphasis on undergraduate research to generate new knowledge enriches students’ education and serves the public good. Students get a solid foundation in basic concepts and theories and dynamic, safe laboratory experiences. Advisors and seminars connect students with career opportunities in the field and with graduate and professional schools for advanced studies.

Undergraduate Programs:
Chemistry, B.S.
Chemistry: Biochemistry, B.S.
Chemistry: STEM Education, B.S.
Chemistry Minor
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Civil Engineering

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Master

Civil engineering is one of the oldest branches of engineering, encompassing the planning, design, construction, operation and management of infrastructure. This includes roads, bridges, dams, irrigation systems, transportation systems, water supply and treatment systems and waste management, among other responsibilities. Civil engineers ensure the health, safety and welfare of the public, adhering to strict ethical standards and impacting virtually every aspect of community infrastructure. The field has diversified into several major branches, including structural engineering, environmental engineering, transportation engineering, geotechnical engineering, water resources engineering, construction engineering and hydraulic engineering.

Undergraduate Programs:
Civil Engineering, B.S.C.E.
Civil Engineering: Environmental, B.S.C.E.
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Graduate Program:
Engineering: Civil, M.S. 100% Online Option
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Classics

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor

Classics, at UTC, is an academic exploration into ancient Greek and Roman civilizations. It examines their languages, literature, history and culture, tracing their enduring impacts on modern society, philosophy, art and government. This field offers deep insights into the foundations of Western thought and culture.

Undergraduate Programs:
Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures: Classics, B.A.
Classics Minor
Greek Minor
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Communication

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor

UTC offers a BS degree and minor in communication that focuses primarily on the study of mass communication and media. Students learn to analyze and craft powerful messages tailored for diverse audiences across various media channels. They also acquire marketable skills and graduate from UTC prepared for different careers in journalism, public relations, photojournalism, film and video production, publication and web design, advertising and social media.

Undergraduate Degrees:
Communication, B.S.
Communication Minor
Film and TV Minor
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Computational Science

Degree(s) available: Specialist/Doctoral Certificate

The UTC Computational Science Ph.D. program is designed to develop experts in advanced modeling, simulation and optimization software for diverse scientific analysis, data-driven discovery and product design solutions.

Graduate Programs:
Computational Science: Data Science and IT, M.S.
Computational Science: Computational and Applied Mathematics, Ph.D.
Computational Science: Computational Engineering, Ph.D.
Computational Science: Computer Science, Ph.D.
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Computational and Applied Statistics Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
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Computer Engineering

Degree(s) available: Bachelor

Computer engineering integrates the principles of electrical engineering and computer science to develop advanced computer systems. This discipline focuses on the design, analysis and application of computers and on their applications as components of systems.

Undergraduate Program:
Computer Engineering, B.S.Cp.E.
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Computer Science

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor Master Certificate

Computer science is the study of computer systems and computational processes, combining elements of mathematics, engineering and logic to design software and solve complex problems. This dynamic field equips students with the critical thinking skills and technical proficiency to thrive in numerous technology-driven career paths.

Undergraduate Programs:
IT Cybersecurity, B.A.S.
Computer Science: Cyber Security, B.S.
Computer Science: Data Science, B.S.
Computer Science: Software Systems, B.S.
Computer Science Minor
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Graduate Programs:
Computer Science, M.S. 100% Online Option
Computer Science: Cyber Security, M.S. 100% Online Option
Computer Science: Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, M.S. 100% Online Option
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Artificial Intelligence for STEM Certificate
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Counselor Education

Degree(s) available: Master Certificate

The UTC counselor education graduate program trains knowledgeable, competent and skillful professional counselors to provide services in both clinical mental health and school settings. The program emphasizes personal and professional wellness, skill acquisition, a strong theoretical and ethical foundation and cultural competence to work independently and collaboratively with various individuals and groups.

Undergraduate Programs:
Clinical Addiction Studies Certificate
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Graduate Programs:
Counselor Education: Clinical Mental Health, M.Ed.
Counselor Education: School Counseling, M.Ed.
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Clinical Addiction Studies Post-Baccalaureate Certificate 100% Online Option
Clinical Mental Health Post-Master's Certificate
School Counseling Post-Master's Certificate
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Criminal Justice

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor Master

The study of criminal justice is an exploration and examination of laws, institutions and procedures designed to maintain social order; deter and punish criminal behavior and ensure fair and equitable treatment of individuals involved in the legal process.

Undergraduate Programs:
Criminal Justice, B.S. 100% Online Option
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Criminal Justice Minor
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Victim Services Certificate
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Graduate Program:
Criminal Justice, M.S.C.J.
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Economics

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor

Economics is the science of decision-making, exploring how individuals, businesses and governments allocate resources and respond to incentives. It is the study of scarcity and how people use limited resources and respond to incentives when making important decisions. It helps us understand historical trends, make predictions, evaluate programs, analyze human behavior and explain social phenomena.

Undergraduate Programs:
Economics, B.A.
Economics: International Public Policy, B.A.
Economics, B.S.B.A
Economics: Financial Economics, B.S.B.A.
Economics Minor
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Education

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor Master

Studying education at UTC offers a unique blend of rigorous academic and practical experience. From the accreditation of its graduate programs, hands-on opportunities in middle and secondary education, to the educational minor, UTC ensures its students are well-prepared to make a positive impact.

Undergraduate Degrees:
Child and Family Studies Minor
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Education (Licensure) Minor
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Education (Non-Licensure) Minor
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Interdisciplinary Educational Studies: Child and Family Studies, B.S.
Interdisciplinary Educational Studies: Early Childhood and Early Childhood Special Education, B.S
Interdisciplinary Educational Studies: Elementary Education K-5 and English as a Second Language Pre-K-12, B.S.
Interdisciplinary Educational Studies: Exceptional Learning 6-12 Interventionists, B.S.
Interdisciplinary Educational Studies: Exceptional Learning K-12 Comprehensive, B.S
Interdisciplinary Educational Studies: Exceptional Learning K-8 Interventionists, B.S.
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Middle Grades: English, B.S.
Middle Grades: Mathematics, B.S.
Middle Grades: Natural Sciences, B.S.
Middle Grades: Social Sciences, B.S.
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Secondary Education: Economics, B.S.
Secondary Education: English, B.S.
Secondary Education: Geography, B.S.
Secondary Education: History, B.S.
Secondary Education: Political Science, B.S.
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STEM Education: Biology, B.S.
STEM Education: Chemistry, B.S.
STEM Education: Geology, B.S.
STEM Education: Mathematics, B.S.
STEM Education: Physics, B.S.
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Graduate Degrees:
Elementary Education: Elementary Education and English as a Second Language, M.Ed. 100% Online Option
Elementary Education: Elementary Education (Licensure), M.Ed. 100% Online Option
Elementary Education: Elementary (Non-Licensure), M.Ed. 100% Online Option
Elementary Education: Reading Specialist, M.Ed. 100% Online Option
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Exceptional Learning: Mild Disabilities Grades 6-12, M.Ed.
Exceptional Learning: Mild Disabilities Grades K-8, M.Ed.
Exceptional Learning: Moderate/Severe Disabilities Grades K-12, M.Ed.
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Secondary Education: English as a Second Language, M.Ed.
Secondary Education: Licensure, M.Ed.
Secondary Education: Non-Licensure, M.Ed.
Secondary Education: Reading Specialist, M.Ed.
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Educational Leadership

Degree(s) available: Master Specialist/Doctoral Certificate

Educational leadership is the dynamic field focused on guiding and managing educational institutions to create positive learning environments, implement effective policies and foster professional growth among staff. It encompasses roles such as principals, instructional coaches and district-level administrators who drive strategic decisions, manage resources and ensure high-quality education standards are met. At UTC, our programs prepare you to lead schools and educational programs towards excellence and innovation.

Graduate Programs:
Educational Leadership: Educational Leadership Non-Licensure, M.Ed. 100% Online Option
Educational Leadership: Principal/Supervisor Licensure, M.Ed. 100% Online Option
Advanced Educational Practice: Educational Leadership Licensure, Ed.S. 100% Online Option Only
Advanced Educational Practice: Educational Leadership Non-Licensure, Ed.S. 100% Online Option Only
English as a Second Language Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
Instructional Coaching Post-Baccalaureate Certificate 100% Online Option
School Athletic Program Leadership Post-Baccalaureate Certificate 100% Online Option Only
Special Education Leadership Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
Educational Leadership Post-Master's Certificate 100% Online Option
Human Capital Educational Leadership Post-Master's Certificate
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Electrical Engineering

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor Master Certificate

Electrical engineering is a dynamic and versatile field that focuses on the development and application of electrical systems and technology. This discipline covers a wide range of areas, from digital and analog electronics to power systems and communications, preparing students for a diverse range of industry roles by blending theoretical knowledge with practical skills.

Undergraduate Programs:
Electrical Engineering, B.S.E.E.
Electrical Engineering Minor
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Graduate Programs:
Engineering: Electrical, M.S 100% Online Option
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Electrical Engineering Smart Grid Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
Electrical Engineering Smart Power Distribution Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
Power System Protection Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
Sustainable Electric Energy Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
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Engineering Management and Technology

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor Master Certificate

The UTC Engineering Management and Technology (EMT) program equips students with a blend of engineering acumen and management skills, ideal for overseeing technical projects and teams. The curriculum focuses on practical and theoretical aspects of the field, preparing graduates to effectively manage engineering processes, optimize project outcomes and lead innovations within technology-driven industries.

Undergraduate Programs:
Engineering Technology Management: Engineering Management, B.S. 100% Online Option
Engineering Technology Management: Construction Management, B.S. 100% Online Option
Mechatronics Engineering Technology, B.A.S.
Construction Management Minor
Engineering Management Minor
Mechatronics Engineering Technology Management Minor
Production and Operation Systems Minor
Website | Catalog

Graduate Programs:
Engineering Management, M.S. 100% Online Option
Engineering Management: Engineering Analytics, M.S. 100% Online Option
Engineering Management: Construction Management, M.S. 100% Online Option
Engineering Management: Power, M.S. 100% Online Option
Engineering Management Construction Management Post-Baccalaureate Certificate 100% Online Option
Engineering Management Logistics & Supply Chain Management Post-Baccalaureate Certificate 100% Online Option
Engineering Management Project and Technology Management Post-Baccalaureate Certificate 100% Online Option
Engineering Management Quality Management Post-Baccalaureate Certificate 100% Online Option
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English

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor Master

“Unless you are at home in metaphor,” Robert Frost wrote—unless you are able to deal with the complexities, implications and surprises of the world that surrounds us —then “you are lost.” As one of the humanities, the discipline of English concerns itself with how literature, language and writing work in the world. English majors engage in the critical and creative study and practice of how these three threads intertwine, shape the self and our perceptions of others and create and govern the cultures of the world.

Undergraduate Programs:
English: Creative Writing, B.A.
English: Literary Studies, B.A.
English: Public and Professional Writing, B.A.
English: Creative Writing Minor
English: Literature Minor
English: Rhetoric and Writing Minor
Narrative Design: Writing for Video Games Minor
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Graduate Programs:
English: Creative Writing, M.A.
English: Literary Studies, M.A.
English: Rhetoric and Writing, M.A.
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Entrepreneurship

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor

Entrepreneurship is one of the fundamental drivers in a free market economy and the primary source of U.S. job growth. The UTC entrepreneurship major recognizes this role in the global economy and prioritizes preparing students for business careers and success as entrepreneurs. All graduates receive a thorough foundation in critical aspects of business, such as marketing, accounting, management and finance, with a more in-depth understanding of entrepreneurship. Additional course work in innovation and creativity, opportunity assessment, business models, creating a business plan, launching your business, funding, forecasting and financial management and growing the business rounds out the entrepreneurship major. UTC's Gary W. Rollins College of Business also offers an entrepreneurship minor.

Undergraduate Programs:
Entrepreneurship, B.S.B.A.
Entrepreneurship Minor
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Environmental Science

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor Master Certificate

Environmental science is the interdisciplinary systematic study of the environment and the proper place of human beings within it. It is a mix of the natural sciences, the social sciences and even the humanities, and typically revolves around issues of population, resources and pollution. It is both empirical and applied in addressing environmental problems.

Undergraduate Programs:
Environmental Science: Biodiversity, Conservation and Natural Resources, B.S.
Environmental Science: Earth, Atmosphere and Geological Resources, B.S.
Environmental Science: Environmental Health, B.S.
Environmental Science: Environmental Policy and Planning, B.S.
Environmental Science: Geographic and Cartographic Science, B.S.
Environmental Science: Natural Resources Administration and Enforcement, B.S.
Environmental Science Minor
Website | Catalog

Graduate Programs:
Environmental Science, M.S.
Environmental Science: Environmental Administration and Management, M.S.
Climate Science Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
Environmental Science Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
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Environmental Studies

Degree(s) available: Minor

Environmental Studies (EVST) is an interdisciplinary field that explores human interactions with their environments. EVST is the convergence of Natural Science, Humanities, Social Science, Health Science, among others to gain a better understanding of the complex world that we live in and around.

Undergraduate Programs:
Environmental Studies Minor
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Finance

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor Master

Finance is the comprehensive study of money management, encompassing creation, management and investment. It integrates principles from fields such as statistics, economics and mathematics to analyze banking, credit, investments and financial instruments like stocks, bonds and derivatives.

Undergraduate Programs:
Finance: Business Finance, B.S.B.A.
Finance: Investments, B.S.B.A.
Personal Finance Minor
Real Estate Finance Minor
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Graduate Programs:
Business Administration: Finance, M.B.A. 100% Online Option
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French

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor

French is one of the great world languages used in global politics, international law, diplomacy, culture and commerce with a significant presence the world over. Knowledge of the French language and culture can enhance professional opportunities in a range of domains and provide access to an outstanding body of literature, criticism and research in the arts, humanities and social and natural sciences. The French faculty at UTC are specialists in French and Francophone languages, linguistics, cultures, literature and cinema from the Early Modern Period to the present.

Undergraduate Programs:
Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures: French and Francophone, B.A.
French Minor
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Bilingual: French/Spanish Certificate
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Geography

Degree(s) available: Minor

Geography minors have fun exploring the world while gaining a unique spatial perspective and geospatial technical skills that inform a variety of academic fields and industries in the natural and social sciences. This knowledge and skillset provide students with insight into global, regional and local issues from location-based decision making and security to climate change, natural resources and sustainability.

Undergraduate Program:
Geography Minor
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Geology

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor

Geology is the study of the Earth. Geologists and geoscientists use knowledge of Earth processes and materials to solve a diverse array of problems. Some geologists also study other planets using our knowledge of Earth processes.

Undergraduate Programs:
Geology: Environmental Geology, B.S.
Geology: Geoarchaeology, B.S.
Geology: Geology, B.S.
Geology: Geospatial Science, B.S.
Geology: Hydrogeology, B.S.
Geology: STEM Education, B.S.
Geology Minor
Geographic Information Science Minor
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Health and Human Performance

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor Master

Studying in the Department of Health and Human Performance (HHP) at UTC is a lively exploration of fitness, health and how they intersect with fields like sports, recreation and tourism. It's about enhancing wellness and designing exciting recreational experiences that blend scientific understanding with hands-on practice in these diverse areas. Choose from three exciting HHP majors at UTC. Each program offers hands-on learning and diverse career paths, from fitness and wellness to education and event management.

Undergraduate Programs:
Health Human Performance: Exercise and Health Sciences, B.S.
Health Human Performance: Exercise and Health Sciences Pre-Health Professional, B.S.
Health Human Performance: Health and Physical Education K-12, B.S.
Health Human Performance: Sport, Outdoor Recreation and Tourism Management, B.S.
Nutrition Minor
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Graduate Programs:
Athletic Training, M.S.
Public Health: Chronic Disease Prevention and Control, M.P.H.
Public Health: Nutrition and Dietetics, M.P.H.
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History

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor

Studying history at UTC is an immersive journey into the human experience and our collective past that goes beyond merely memorizing dates and facts. We teach students to examine people, places and events while challenging assumptions and exploring nuance to understand how the past shapes the present and the future. Graduates leave with tangible skills and valuable perspectives for success in a wide range of jobs and professions.

Undergraduate Programs:
History, B.A.
History Minor
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Humanities

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor

The humanities explore human culture—including literature, philosophy, history and the arts—to understand and appreciate the complexities of the human experience.

Undergraduate Programs:
Humanities: Environmental Studies, B.A.
Humanities: International Studies, B.A.
Humanities: Liberal Arts, B.A.
Humanities: Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies, B.A.
Africana Studies Minor
Asian Studies Minor
Environmental Studies Minor
Humanities Minor
International Studies Minor
Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies Minor
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Innovation in Honors

Degree(s) available: Minor

This program is a problem-based, community-embedded learning experience that challenges students to develop critical thinking, design thinking, applied creativity and collaborative leadership. Using the UTC campus and the city of Chattanooga as active learning laboratories, students work closely with faculty members and civic partners in a two-semester Innovation Lab course to tackle authentic, real-word problems and benefit the larger shared community.

Undergraduate Program:
Innovation in Honors Minor
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Integrated Studies

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor Certificate

Integrated Studies programs are common in the U.S. and are often called interdisciplinary studies. At UTC, the integrated studies major offers a tailor-made program for traditional, transfer and adult students with significant workplace experience. Students craft their personal academic path by blending courses from diverse campus disciplines to create truly unique educational journeys. UTC assists students with evaluating prior training for degree credit to align their interests, goals and schedules.

Undergraduate Programs:
Integrated Studies, B.I.S.
Community Engagement Minor
Gerontology Minor
Pre-Health Minor
Quantum Information Science and Technology Certificate 100% Online Option
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Interior Architecture

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor

Interior architecture is the professional practice of creating an interior environment that addresses, protects and responds to human needs. It is the planning of creative, technical, sustainable and functional interior solutions that correspond to the architecture of a space while incorporating the well-being and safety of the public.

Undergraduate Programs:
Interior Architecture, B.S.
Historic Preservation Minor
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Latin American Studies

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor

This degree program in the Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures explore the diverse cultures, histories and societies of Latin America and the Caribbean.

Undergraduate Programs:
Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures: Latin American Studies, B.A.
Latin American Studies Minor
Latin Minor
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Management

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor Master

Management is a versatile field that equips students with the necessary skills to oversee operations and lead teams within various organizational settings. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for leadership roles across both public and private sectors, as well as to provide a strong foundation for graduate studies.

Undergraduate Programs:
Human Resource Management, B.S.B.A.
Management, B.S.B.A. 100% Online Option
Management Minor
Business Administration Minor
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Graduate Programs:
Management, M.S. 100% Online Option Only
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Marketing

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor

Marketing is the study of how to effectively promote and sell products or services by understanding consumer behavior and market dynamics. It involves strategies for engaging audiences, building brand awareness and driving sales through various channels and platforms. Marketing majors are prepared for many career opportunities in fields such as digital marketing, product and brand management, advertising and public relations, market research and analytics, services and retail management, sales and supply chain management.

Undergraduate Programs:
Marketing, B.S.B.A.
Marketing: Professional Sales, B.S.B.A.
Marketing Minor
Professional Sales Minor
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Mathematics

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor Master Certificate

The study of mathematics involves the exploration and understanding of patterns, structures and abstract concepts, often bridging the gap between theory and real-world applications. Students delve into mathematically formulated problems that range from highly theoretical to very practical, including applications in science, engineering and business.

Undergraduate Programs:
Mathematics: Actuarial Science, B.S.
Mathematics: General Mathematics, B.S.
Mathematics: STEM Education, B.S.
Computational Optimization Minor
Mathematics Minor
Statistics Minor
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Graduate Programs:
Mathematics: Applied Mathematics, M.S.
Mathematics: Applied Statistics, M.S.
Mathematics: Education, M.S.
Mathematics: Pre-professional Mathematics, M.S.
Computational and Applied Statistics Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
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Mechanical Engineering

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Master

Mechanical engineering is a discipline that explores the principles of motion and energy, focusing on the transformation, transmission and utilization of energy. Mechanical engineers design, develop and oversee the production of a wide range of machinery and systems, including those for energy conversion, environmental control and materials processing, making it one of the broadest fields of engineering.

Undergraduate Program:
Mechanical Engineering, B.S.M.E.
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Graduate Program:
Engineering: Mechanical, M.S. 100% Online Option
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Mechatronics Engineering Technology

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor

Mechatronics Engineering Technology is an interdisciplinary field that blends mechanical engineering, electronics, computer engineering and control engineering to design and create innovative products and processes. This field is crucial in developing machines and systems that interact with their environment through mechanical movements and electronic sensors controlled by software programming.

Undergraduate Programs:
Mechatronics Engineering Technology Minor
Mechatronics Engineering Technology, B.A.S.
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Military Science and Leadership

Degree(s) available: Minor

This program is designed for students interested in the U.S. military, national security and international defense but does not have to join the military. The curriculum builds strong leadership skills, strategic thinking and enhances students' understanding of global military tactics and socio-political contexts in which they are applied. This minor is offered by the UTC Military Science Department, home to the University's Army ROTC program.

Undergraduate Program:
Military Science and Leadership Minor
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Music

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor Master Certificate

The study of music involves refining one’s performance skills while acquiring a deep understanding of the theoretical principles of music, including music’s historical and present-day role as a form of meaningful cultural and personal expression. Music study also includes career preparation in specific music-related fields.

Undergraduate Programs:
Music, B.A.
Music: Composition, B.M.
Music: Instrumental Music Education, B.M.
Music: Instrumental Performance, B.M.
Music: Music Therapy, B.M.
Music: Piano Performance and Pedagogy, B.M.
Music: Vocal Music Education, B.M.
Music: Vocal Performance, B.M.
Collaborative Music Minor
Music Composition Minor
Music Performance Minor
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Graduate Programs:
Music: Music Education, M.M.100% Online Option
Music Pedagogy and Conducting Post-Baccalaureate Certificate 100% Online Option
Music Teaching and Learning Post-Baccalaureate Certificate 100% Online Option Only
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Nursing

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Specialist/Doctoral

Nursing is a vital healthcare profession centered on caring for individuals, families and communities to help them achieve, maintain or recover optimal health and well-being. Nurses are distinguished from other healthcare providers by their approach to patient care, comprehensive training and scope of practice.

Undergraduate Programs:
Nursing, B.S.N.
Nursing: RN to B.S.N. 100% Online Option Only
Nursing: Accelerated, B.S.N.
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Graduate Programs:
Nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice, D.N.P. 100% Online Option Only
Nursing: Anesthesia, D.N.P.
Nursing: Nurse Practitioner, Adult Gerontology Acute Care, D.N.P.
Nursing: Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner - Lifespan, D.N.P.
Nursing: Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, D.N.P.
Nursing: Nursing Administration Systems, D.N.P. 100% Online Option Only
Acute Care Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Post Graduate Certificate
Family Nurse Practitioner-Lifespan Post Graduate Certificate
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Occupational Therapy

Degree(s) available: Specialist/Doctoral

The UTC Occupational Therapy (OT) program prepares students to meet real-world occupational needs through a blend of education, practice, research, community service, and advocacy. Our program equips future occupational therapists with the skills necessary to integrate theory, practice, and research to become leaders in the field.

Available Degree Programs:
Occupational Therapy Doctorate, O.T.D.
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Philosophy and Religious Studies

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor

Philosophy and religious studies majors learn highly transferable work skills. They are taught how to understand other cultures and traditions, which is key to working in a global setting, and how to analyze and solve complex problems and research any topic.

Undergraduate Programs:
Philosophy and Religious Studies: Business, Religion and Society, B.A.
Philosophy and Religious Studies: Combined, B.A.
Philosophy and Religious Studies: Philosophies of Health, Medicine, and Illness, B.A.
Philosophy and Religious Studies: Pre-Law, Ethics, and Justice, B.A.
Philosophy and Religious Studies: Philosophy, B.A.
Philosophy and Religious Studies: Religious Studies, B.A.
Philosophy Minor
Religious Studies Minor
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Physical Therapy

Degree(s) available: Specialist/Doctoral

Physical Therapy is a dynamic profession where movement experts, known as Physical Therapists (PTs), enhance the quality of life through prescribed exercise, hands-on care and patient education. PTs work in diverse settings, including hospitals, clinics, homes, schools, sports facilities, workplaces and nursing homes.

Graduate Programs:
Physical Therapy, D.P.T.
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Physics and Astronomy

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor

UTC Physics programs offer a strong foundation for students aspiring to advance to medical and professional schools, graduate schools, or other industry careers. Joining the UTC Physics department provides numerous advantages, including:

Paid teaching-assistant positions for undergraduates (typically 60 per semester)
More than 45 scholarships (worth $100,000 annually) specifically for UTC Chemistry and Physics students, including the renewable Westbrook Scholarship (applications due early February)
Undergraduate research opportunities including a paid summer research program and one-on-one mentorships with faculty
Labs and introductory courses taught by professionals (not graduate students)
Hands-on training with more than $1 million worth of advanced instrumentation

Undergraduate Programs:
Physics: Physics, B.S.
Physics: Biophysics, B.S.
Physics: Quantum Physics, B.S.
Physics: STEM Education, B.S.
Physics Minor
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Political Science and Public Service

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor Master Certificate

Studying political science and public service at UTC is an immersive journey into the foundations and dynamics of power, policy and public good. The Political Science and Public Service Department provides students with hands-on learning experiences to understand and operate in the complex realm of politics, public administration, nonprofit management and community leadership. Graduates go on to impactful careers in public service and beyond.

Undergraduate Programs:
Political Science and Public Service: American Politics, B.S.
Political Science and Public Service: International and Comparative Studies, B.S.
Political Science and Public Service: Politics, B.S.
Political Science and Public Service: Public Administration and Nonprofit Management, B.S.
Political Science and Public Service: Public Law, B.S.
Political Science and Public Service: Public Policy, B.S.
Political Science Minor
Public Administration and Nonprofit Management Minor
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Graduate Programs:
Public Administration, M.P.A.
Public Administration: Non-Profit Management, M.P.A.
Public Administration: Local Government Management, M.P.A.
Public Administration Non-Profit Management Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
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Psychology

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor Master

Psychological sciences explore human thinking and behavior, sparking a lifelong journey toward personal growth and understanding. Psychology majors acquire marketable knowledge and skills that prepare them for a variety of careers and graduate studies, both within and outside the field of psychology.

Undergraduate Programs:
Psychology, B.S.
Psychology Minor
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Graduate Programs:
Psychology: Industrial-Organization, M.S.
Psychology: Psychological Science, M.S.
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Advanced Educational Practice: School Psychology, Ed.S.
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School Psychology

Degree(s) available: Specialist/Doctoral

UTC’s school psychology program prepares students to excel in various educational settings. The program emphasizes proficiency in commonly accepted best practices and leadership in the field. Graduates are prepared to apply for licensure to practice in educational settings throughout the U.S. and to apply for the Nationally Certified School Psychologist credential through National Association of School Psychologists. In Tennessee, graduates can also apply for the Licensed Psychological Assistant credential.

Graduate Programs:
Advanced Educational Practice: School Psychology, Ed.S.
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Accreditation:
The UTC graduate program in school psychology is approved by the National Association of School Psychologists and accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation through February 2026, ensuring high-quality education and eligibility for the Nationally Certified School Psychologist credential.

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Social Work

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Master

Social work is a profession dedicated to helping individuals, families, groups and communities enhance their individual and collective well-being. It aims to help people develop their skills and their ability to use their own resources and those of the community to resolve problems. Social work is focused on finding solutions and fostering change to improve the quality of life for everyone.

Undergraduate Program:
Social Work, B.S.W.
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Graduate Program:
Social Work, M.S.W.
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Sociology

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor

Sociology is an exploration of the intersection of human behavior and society. Students examine topics in culture, religion, politics and economics to gain valuable insights on social dynamics and cultural norms.

Undergraduate Degrees:
Sociology and Anthropology: Sociology, B.S.
Sociology Minor
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Spanish

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor

Studying Spanish involves more than learning to speak a new language. It encompasses an exploration of diverse Spanish-speaking cultures, literatures and histories, enhancing linguistic proficiency and cultural understanding. This field of study sharpens critical thinking and communication skills, making it an essential discipline in our globalized world.

Undergraduate Programs:
Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures: Spanish, B.A.
Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures: Spanish for the Professions, B.A.
Spanish Minor
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Bilingual: French/Spanish Certificate
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Theatre

Degree(s) available: Bachelor Minor

Theatre students dive into the art of live performance, covering everything from acting and directing to design and playwriting. Blending practical skills with critical analysis, this discipline explores how theatre reflects and influences culture and society.

Undergraduate Programs:
Theatre, B.A.
Theatre: Acting, B.A.
Theatre: Design and Technology, B.A.
Theatre: Directing, B.A.
Theatre: Theatre Education, B.A.
Theatre: Theatre Entrepreneurship, B.A.
Drama Minor
Theatre Minor
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