Academic Programs

Find your major

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The Honors College awards OSU’s most prestigious undergraduate degree.

Undergraduate

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

B.S.
  • Advanced Molecular Biology Option
  • Computational Molecular Biology Option
  • Pre-Medicine/Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Option

Together, biochemistry and molecular biology (BMB) help us comprehend the intricate machinery of life.

Minor

Chemistry

Learn a variety of laboratory techniques, laboratory safety, chemical synthesis, and measurement of chemical properties and phenomena. You will learn to communicate ideas effectively orally and in writing. You will analyze data, and access and integrate information from various sources in order to solve problems.

Doctoral

Doctor of Physical Therapy

DPT

The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at OSU-Cascades prepares future physical therapists through hands-on learning, early clinical experience and close faculty mentorship. In small, fully in-person classes, students build practical skills in state-of-the-art classrooms and labs before applying their knowledge in health care settings.

Minor

Early Childhood Development and Education

Minor

Through coursework in child development and early education, the Early Childhood Development and Education minor at OSU-Cascades prepares students to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young children and families.

Undergraduate
Minor

Human Development and Family Sciences

B.A., B.S.
  • Early Childhood Option
  • Human Services Option

Embark on a journey of self-discovery while gaining the skills needed to help individuals and families lead better lives.

Undergraduate

Kinesiology

B.S.

Combines anatomy, physiology, psychology and sociology to study how bodies move most effectively. You’ll gain hands-on experience helping people of all ages and abilities improve their health and quality of life.

Graduate

Master of Arts in Teaching

MAT, (Hybrid)*
  • Elementary: Multiple Subjects (grades K-8)*
  • Language Arts (grades 5-12)*
  • Mathematics (grades 5-12)*
  • Science: Integrated Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics (grades 5-12)*
  • Social Studies (grades 5-12)*

Designed for aspiring teachers, the OSU-Cascades MAT program blends in-person learning, practical teaching experiences, and supportive faculty guidance to help students earn their teaching license and launch meaningful careers in education.

Graduate

Master of Counseling

MCOUN
  • Clinical Mental Health Counseling
  • School Counseling

Counselors play an important role in helping people of all ages manage trauma, anxiety, stress and more. Our CACREP-accredited counseling program enables graduates to deliver professional counseling services in a clinical mental health or school setting.

Pre-Professional Pathways

Pre-Health Professions

  • Pre-Dental
  • Pre-Medical
  • Pre-Pharmacy
  • Pre-Physican Associate
  • Pre-Occupational Therapy
  • Pre-Physical Therapy
  • Pre-Veterinary

OSU pre-medicine and health professions programs provide extensive resources to support students through all aspects of their preparation and application.

Undergraduate
Minor

Psychology

B.A., B.S., Minor

Examine human behavior from multiple perspectives. Psychology explores topics ranging from brain function to cultural values and beliefs, offering research-based insights into the complexity of human behavior.

Undergraduate
Minor

Tourism, Recreation and Adventure Leadership

B.S.
  • Adventure Leadership Education Option
  • Nature, Eco and Adventure Tourism Option

As a TRAL graduate, you will be a leader, educator and entrepreneur in our most important natural spaces.

Undergraduate

University Exploratory Studies Program

B.A., B.S., B.F.A.

You don’t have to choose a major right away. In UESP you can explore your interests and stay on track to graduate.

* hybrid course delivery; see program page for details
**online
***double degree