Undergraduate Degrees

Learn to examine risk through the lens of mathematics, so you can enjoy a career in which you can provide creative solutions that minimize risk and maximize reward.

Follow your passions by taking a broad selection of courses that allow you to explore important issues from different historical, cultural, sociological, political and psychological perspectives. Then allow that passion and knowledge to benefit others in any of a variety of arenas.

Are you interested in topics in Indigenous sovereignty, self-determination and human rights? In this dynamic, comprehensive program, you explore the rich cultural knowledge and lived experiences of American Indians. You learn to address complex issues while reinvigorating and sustaining the well-being and intellectualism of Indigenous peoples worldwide.

What is America? What is the American experience? How do the answers to these questions vary depending on who is being asked? Learn to think deeply and critically about these questions and about the role of the U.S. in matters near and far.

Are you intrigued by the wider world and looking for a program that considers the big picture of humans in all times and all places? This degree is for doers --- those wanting to get involved and help make the world a better place. Anthropologists work in government agencies, nongovernmental agencies and the corporate world to find solutions to today's most complex issues.

Are you torn between which to study: history or biology? You can explore both while learning about human origins, ancient cultures and what it means to be human. Obtain in-depth knowledge of human evolution, adaptability and behavior, and you'll have an edge when pursuing your chosen career.

Do you want to help prevent disease outbreaks, disasters or addictions? Today, we have access to more data than ever before, making math crucial to understanding and improving human safety, health and security. Learn the practical theories, models and approaches of this new scientific movement.

Immerse yourself in the history of East Asia. Whether it's the Forbidden City of China or the mountain temples of Japan, study the histories of bustling cities in this region and gain insight into the culture today while also preparing for your future career.

Explore the history of South Asia, from the Ganges River of India to the ancient cultures of Pakistan. Examination of transdisciplinary issues of the past gives you a clear understanding of current and future matters in South Asia, an understanding that complements any career you pursue.

Dive deep into the history of Southeast Asia, from the beaches of Vietnam to the ornate temples of Thailand. Explore the region through transdisciplinary courses and examine contemporary political, social and cultural issues in Asia to gain a strong understanding that aids in any career you pursue.

China is one of the world's oldest continuous civilizations and newest economic giants, and when you've studied Chinese language and culture you'll have gained a competitive edge in the dynamic frontier of international business and relations as well as in the arts and sciences.

Imagine the new opportunities open to you after studying Japanese. Whether you are interested in foreign service, teaching, international business, diplomacy, science and technology, entertainment or anything in between, knowledge of Japanese takes you to the next level as you expand your network personally and professionally.

Explore how immigration, race relations and globalization influence the experiences of Asian American and Pacific Islander peoples and policies in the U.S., and learn beneficial skills to help with participation in your community, workplace and society as well as the critical theoretical and analytic foundations for graduate and professional degree programs.

Explore humanity's place in the universe, from a near-Earth orbit to the edge of the observable universe. In the process of your scientific inquiry, you develop critical thinking, problem-solving and communication skills.

Discover the secret chemical processes of living organisms at the molecular and atomic levels. Through courses in the physical sciences, life sciences and liberal arts, you build life and problem-solving skills that prepare you for a wide range of careers.

Want to explore and learn about life from a molecular perspective at the atomic level? You can do that and build problem-solving skills through a range of courses in the physical, quantitative and life sciences. You will be prepared for a wide variety of careers.

Learn about the molecular processes of life, how medicine works at the molecular level to benefit human health, and build your problem-solving skills. The skills you gain through the molecular and life sciences courses in this program help prepare you for a variety of careers.

Your involvement in innovative research with award-winning faculty enables you to gain critical thinking skills, develop key lab techniques and jump-start your career in science. Prepare for medical, professional or graduate school by earning your undergraduate degree in biological sciences.

How does science shape the way we understand our world? Explore the social context of science while developing the skills needed to navigate the ethical complexities of scientific discovery. Discover how policy decisions are shaped by biological research and investigate the significance of the sciences in understanding our complex world.

Are you passionate about attending medical school or doing biomedical research? A strong foundation and experience in ground-breaking research will give you a valuable edge as you take the next steps toward your future.

Are you concerned about environmental challenges such as climate change and habitat destruction? You can combine a biological approach to ecology with a human perspective rooted in the social sciences, to develop an understanding of the complex problems threatening our world. You'll also acquire the strong background necessary for advanced study.

Experience the excitement of scientific discovery. Learn how genetic information is organized and transmitted across generations and study how genes can affect change at the cellular level and in organisms.

Are you interested in animals and animal behavior? Do you plan to enter the neuroscience field, apply to medical or veterinary school or conduct biomedical research? This concentration helps you build strong foundations in biology, chemistry, physics and math to get you started toward your goals.

Are you interested in quantitative sciences but also have a passion for understanding life? Learn how physics, chemistry and biology intersect to solve today's mysteries in life sciences and medicine.

Do you want to help tackle current societal challenges related to energy, the environment, medicine and new materials? Learn how to address problems at the atomic and molecular levels, and develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills useful for a wide assortment of careers.

Chemists study the nature of materials to solve important societal problems at the atomic and molecular levels. You will learn the skills you need to help find solutions related to medicine, energy, electronics and technology, and air quality. These skills can aid you in any of a vast assortment of careers.

Do you want to make an impact on today's environmental challenges? Study the nature of materials to solve these problems at the atomic and molecular levels. Take courses with an environmental chemistry emphasis that help you build a foundation of critical thinking and problem-solving skills that will aid your future career.

Whether your dream career includes helping to create foreign or domestic policy, building a nonprofit or leading a business, a degree in civic and economic thought and leadership indicates you're ready to meet today's challenges.

Do you want to help reshape society? With the skills you gain from this solid academic foundation, you leave ASU prepared to meet today's challenges, whether you create foreign or domestic policy, build a nonprofit that strengthens communities, or lead a business that impacts the lives of many.

As you explore the complex role of human communication in everyday life, you gain the critical analytical skills that will be valuable assets in whichever direction you wish to go in life.

As you explore the complex role of human communication in everyday life, you gain strong foundations in the humanities and social sciences that will be valuable assets in whichever direction you wish to go in life.

Do you have a passion for math but also love technology? This program combines math with new developments in science and technology, giving you foundational skills and tools to apply when you tackle some of today's most challenging problems in computation and information.

Prepare to meet the challenges of the future in this unique and innovative degree program where you improve your cultural competence and harness new and emerging technology to develop humanistic solutions for environmental, societal and global issues.

Use data to solve real-world issues with a dynamic career in data science that inspires global change. With a growing shortage of data analysts in the U.S., this high-demand field allows you to do everything from predicting consumer behavior to extracting information from medical images.

Life and the future of human civilization depend on people who think broadly from a science-driven perspective about how we interact with our planet. Pursue earth and environmental studies to link your interest in science and the environment with complementary fields like sustainability, advocacy and public policy.

As an earth and space exploration major, you learn about our planet, solar system and universe by combining science, engineering and education. You could be involved in building space-flight hardware; making astronomical observations; discovering new microbes; exploring volcanoes, oceans and glaciers; investigating Earth-climate interactions; and setting the stage for a new era of exploration.

Explore the chemistry and geology of life on earth, especially life in extreme environments, and make astronomical observations while developing tools to study the habitability of other planets. Foster a unique, interdisciplinary view of the Earth and the universe beyond by combining the fields of Earth science, chemistry and astrophysics in this program.

Do you want to be at the edge of exploration, making new discoveries about our planet, our solar system and our universe? As an astrophysics major, you could be discovering new planets, exploring cosmology, designing and building space-flight hardware, and engineering new instruments for telescopes and satellites.

As an earth and space exploration major, you will be crossing the boundaries of science and engineering while preparing for a new era of exploration. In the exploration systems design concentration you can build space-flight hardware, engineer solutions to explore extreme environments and take a systems-based approach to scientific discovery.

Explore earth by applying field and laboratory techniques to understand how rocks form, mountains are built, volcanoes erupt and earthquakes happen. You learn to solve scientific problems aimed at understanding the fundamental processes responsible for the evolution of our planet.

Economics examines how societies, businesses and individuals deal with scarcity. As an economics major at ASU learning from world-renowned researchers and award-winning professors, you are equipped with rigorous theoretical and empirical tools that enable you to study the decisions of individuals, businesses and governments.

Economics examines how societies, businesses and individuals deal with scarcity. This concentration adds the insights of political science to policies such as antitrust, taxation, environment and health care. Understanding the connections between these fields can prepare you to appreciate and engage in economic and public policymaking decisions.

You can explore all areas of English --- literature, creative writing, linguistics and creative nonfiction --- from anywhere in the world. The online English degree is flexible and dynamic, allowing you to tailor your program of study to your unique needs and interests.

ASU's creative writing concentration gives you an opportunity to develop a literary voice that serves your academic, professional and artistic goals. Renowned, award-winning writers guide your engagement in supportive and rigorous workshops that enable your expressive growth.

Prepare yourself to thrive in a global society by exploring the origin and use of language in a variety of cultures. Enter a promising field of study that prepares you for a variety of careers or for graduate study, including ASU's accelerated English linguistics program, BA/MTESOL or BA/MA (linguistics or applied linguistics).

Explore the world of literature as you read and analyze classic and modern texts. The study of literature deepens your sense of empathy and allows you to consider what it means to be human.

Inspire the minds of future leaders by teaching English at the high school level. Leading education scholars mentor you in methods of teaching English, which you put to use during professional field experiences and student teaching, preparing you for certification in the state of Arizona.

Enact social change by creating compelling arguments, engaging in collaborative problem-solving and transforming words into action. This program is for those who want to be on the cutting edge of knowledge. You can use technology, language and design to make a lasting impact.

Do you have a passion for working with children and families? Prepare to do this by learning about the stages of development from infancy to adulthood and by gaining an understanding of how human relationships work. In this program, you acquire the foundational skills you need to improve the lives and relationships of children and families.

Go behind the scenes of your favorite movies, television shows and social media platforms to learn what it takes to succeed in the film and media industries. Explore how technological advances are transforming how society creates and consumes media. Engage in interactive courses and experiential learning, including screenwriting workshops and film festivals.

Learn one of the most widely spoken and important languages in the world. Study abroad in fascinating places and encounter many different cultures. Your experiences as a French major prepare you for a variety of creative and international professions.

Explore social structures and refine your skills as a citizen of the future. Learn critical thinking, research and problem-solving skills, with internship opportunities within various fields, to prepare you for a 21st century career.

Geographic information science is being used to solve some of the most pressing challenges facing our world. In this program, you'll learn skills that allow you to understand the increasingly important concept of location in issues facing our global society.

Develop your understanding of climate, landforms and biogeography. Learn about the world around you, from the sky to the bottom of the ocean, and how humans impact landscapes across various geographic regions.

Our world of landforms is made special by the people who call it home. Learn of humanistic and cultural traditions while delving into the physical aspects of our world, such as landscape dynamics and climate.

Do you get excited when storms build on the horizon? Are you intrigued by weather phenomena and how they happen? This technical program helps you better understand everything from local storms to climate change and prepares you for an impactful career as a meteorologist or climatologist.

Whether you are intrigued by Germans' success in the business world, want to learn about how environmental and social justice movements are approached in Germany, or are imagining a career in the natural sciences, performing arts, sustainability or the humanities, a major in German helps you translate the world from a new perspective.

Do you want to improve lives around the world by advancing human health? Explore how history, culture and environment intertwine to play a critical role in today's health problems and their solutions. Prepare for a service-oriented career in global health policy, community health practice, disaster management, health education and beyond.

Study how cultures, economics, institutions and social issues shape our increasingly globalized world. Through a global experience or an internationally focused internship, you can put your learning to work as you help to address real-world challenges.

Learn about the past while preparing for your future. In one of the largest undergraduate history programs in the country, you can explore a variety of time periods and regions, like Ancient Greece and modern Mexico, and topics such as sports, engineering and health.

Love history? Prepare yourself for a career inside or outside the classroom by developing your skills in abstract and critical thinking, writing, oral presentation and reading comprehension. This program provides a solid foundation for whatever your post-graduate dreams entail.

Become a person of culture --- multiple cultures. As a virtual citizen of the world, you'll be in demand for a variety of careers and disciplines.

With approximately 420 million speakers around the world, Arabic is rooted in influential and emerging economies, ancient history and modern politics. When you know this strategic language, you will also have the cultural intelligence and competency that gives you a competitive edge and a pathway into a number of fields.

Knowing the past gives a new perspective on the present. Once you have experienced the myths, history and culture of ancient Greece and Rome, you'll always see the big picture. The long-term thinking and distinctive viewpoint of the classical civilization graduate is prized in education, business, law and creative fields.

Engage diverse cultures past and present by studying the classics --- the literature, art, history and philosophy of the ancient Greeks and Romans. Delve into this rich transdisciplinary field that fueled the Renaissance and has continued to provide an intellectual foundation for innovative and influential people ever since.

Italian unlocks the doors to Italy's culture and language as well as careers in design, fashion, food, sustainability, health and wellness, manufacturing, computer services, and the aerospace and automotive sectors. Due to Italy's rich history, quality of life and industrial leadership, Italian is the fourth most studied language globally.

Explore Jewish life and history by examining topics like religious and spiritual values and political and philosophical viewpoints. Study the history and modern life of the Jewish religion while developing an understanding of Jewish contributions to Western civilization.

Do you want to create meaningful change in the world? Justice studies offers you a broad education on justice complemented by a solid foundation of liberal arts and social sciences courses that prepare you to promote social, economic and political justice wherever you are.

Do you believe in promoting social, economic and political justice? Are you looking for the tools to create meaningful change in the world? This program is your opportunity to conduct quantitative and analytical research to better understand the complexities of social justice.

Did you know you can use math to help change the world? Whether you want to manage the impacts of climate change or reduce the spread of disease, learn critical thinking skills that can be applied to almost any problem. This degree program prepares you for many top-rated jobs.

Do you have a passion for both math and language? This math degree includes a foreign language, making it a great option for you if you're interested in travel and a global career.

Do you remember what ignited your passion for math? You may remember your favorite teacher who inspired you to understand more about how the world works. After studying mathematics through the lens of an educator, you'll have the same opportunity to inspire others and open their eyes to the world of mathematics.

Every time someone clicks on a link or Googles a phrase, information is being collected. But how many people truly know what to do with that data? You can. With the data analytics skills you learn in this program, you can be an asset to any enterprise.

Are you fascinated by the incredible way the tiniest organisms can impact our lives? Are you eager to make a difference in science, health, and medicine? Explore the wonders of microbiology and set yourself up for success in your future career.

Is your goal to have a health-related career? With the important critical thinking skills and competencies pertinent to the biomedical sciences and the curricular background that's applicable to the changing world of medicine, you'll be prepared for advanced education in the health area of your choice.

Do you want to make a difference in the world? In molecular biosciences, you can help produce ground-breaking research in biology, biochemistry, biophysics, genetics, genomics and immunology.

Whether your career goal is in bioengineering, medicine or allied health professions, pharmaceuticals, clinical science, or pure neuroscience or neuroimaging research, this degree provides the foundations and the flexibility you need to help take your first steps. The program encompasses training across the four foundational areas in neuroscience.

Strengthen your foundational skills such as reading comprehension, and develop skills in reasoning and argument construction to become a better thinker. Studying philosophy prepares you to answer moral and ethical questions that relate to a variety of careers.

Liberty, equality and justice are the basis of many legal systems. Combining courses of philosophy, law, politics and policy enables you to tackle these topics, and when moral questions arise concerning politics and law, you will be able to explore the answers philosophically.

Natural and social sciences raise interesting philosophical questions. How do science and pseudo-science differ? Can a physical system be conscious? How should we think about climate change and new technologies? Combine your interest in science, nature and the mind with philosophical thinking to better understand our complex world.

Learn nature's most fundamental laws to understand the world around us. Through rigorous foundational coursework, you learn to analyze complex problems and gain valuable quantitative reasoning skills that can be applied to any technical field.

Expand your understanding of the universe on a deep, fundamental level by participating in innovative research areas and cross-disciplinary collaborations that are at the forefront of today's most compelling questions. If you are interested in immediate practical applications, this bachelor's degree program lays the foundation for success.

Interested in politics and public issues in the United States and abroad? Do you see yourself heading to law school or working in political campaigns or as a diplomat? This degree is an excellent springboard for a wide variety of careers, both inside and outside of government.

Interested in politics and public issues in the United States and abroad? Do you see yourself heading to law school or working in political campaigns or as a diplomat? This degree is an excellent springboard for a wide variety of careers, both inside and outside of government.

Would you like a deeper understanding of political and economic problems in the global context? Gain a solid foundation in both economics and political science while using quantitative analysis and modeling to learn how you can make a difference in addressing important world issues.

Do you ever wonder why people act the way they do? Do you think that there might be different ways to interpret someone's thoughts and actions? This program teaches the critical thinking and analysis skills necessary to understand behavior from different perspectives.

Why do some people suffer from addiction or mental illness, while others don't? How do mental, biological and social processes influence behavior? This program teaches how to use scientific data to understand why people act the way they do.

Do you want to conduct scientific research? Do you ever wonder what it would feel like to be in a research lab studying the mind, brain or addiction? Get hands-on experience that enables you to understand behavior from a scientific perspective.

Look around and you will see religion everywhere. By studying a variety of materials, you gain an understanding of the role of religion in shaping the past, present and future of human societies and cultures, an understanding which will aid you in any field you decide to pursue.

Questions regarding religion and its relationship with governments, public health, and migration directly affect our daily lives. With a foundation in religious studies, you are prepared to solve real-world problems like these from within any of a multitude of careers.

Stand out. Choose Russian. Thrill to some of the world's greatest art in the original language. Study abroad with prestigious scholarships. Travel Eurasia with the lingua franca. Stand in Red Square. Learn a strategic language. Serve in government, NGOs and international organizations and take your place on the world stage.

Discover the exciting world of sociology. Gain valuable insight into social institutions and human social behavior --- ideal for a career in business, social services and community advocacy. Continue your studies in a variety of areas, including social work, law, counseling and sociological research.

Fluency in Spanish, coupled with critical-thinking and analytical skills, affords you an unparalleled competitive edge in today's job market and our increasingly diverse society. Traveling, living and working in Spanish-speaking communities around the world provides a wide array of personal and professional opportunities to embrace life in a globalized world.

Are you ready to become a leader in the science and technology fields of the future? Learn key skills in collaborative research, technology design and interdisciplinary leadership, which prepare you to solve tomorrow's most challenging problems.

Latinos make up 18% of the U.S. population, accounting for half of the population growth in the U.S. in the past decade. Become a changemaker in the Latino community through this interdisciplinary, individualized program that allows you to pursue your passions through many fields of study surrounding the transborder experience.

Do you want to shape how our cities, states and communities operate; how people navigate the globe; and how cities are planned for success? In this urban planning program, learn about future-changing strategies like alternative transportation, housing diversity and urban revitalization. When entering the job market, you'll have access to the support of a rich professional network.