Academic Programs

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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.

Undergraduate
Minor

Biology

B.S.

From cells and genes to ecosystems and global biodiversity, you’ll explore how living things grow, adapt and interact with their environments while gaining a deeper understanding of humanity’s role in the natural world.

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.

Undergraduate

Energy Systems Engineering

B.S.

Combine engineering fundamentals with energy-focused technical courses and business management classes. This multidisciplinary curriculum provides students with a strong foundation in the core principles of mechanical, electrical and industrial engineering.

Undergraduate

Engineering Science

B.S.
  • Energy Systems Engineering Option
  • Engineering Computing Option

Integrate the fundamentals of mechanical, electrical and industrial engineering, giving you a broad spectrum of skills across multiple engineering disciplines that employers value.

Undergraduate
Minor

Environmental Sciences

B.S., Minor
  • Applied Ecology Option
  • Conservation, Resources and Sustainability Option

Work to solve our most challenging issues — global climate change, biodiversity conservation, and balancing resource use and preservation.

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.

Undergraduate

Mechanical Engineering

B.S.
  • Energy Systems Engineering Option

Engineers develop, test and deliver some of the most innovative products and systems the world comes to rely on. It will give you a solid foundation in mathematics, science and computer science, integrated with creative problem-solving and design skills.

Undergraduate
Minor

Natural Resources

B.S., Minor
  • Fish and Wildlife Conservation Option
  • Individualized Specialty Option
  • Policy and Management Option

Study science, management and policy topics with expert faculty who have experience in research, public agencies and industry. You’ll examine the complex interactions that occur in the natural world and how human activities can influence them.

Undergraduate
Minor

Outdoor Products

B.S.

Put your love for the outdoors to work. Gain the skills to develop products for the outdoors that work in harmony with the people who use them and the natural world where they’re used.

Undergraduate

Social Science

B.A., B.S.
  • Crime and Justice Option
  • Digital Communication Option
  • General Social Science Option
  • Humans and the Environment Option

Social scientists are essential in both industry and government, as they help predict and understand human behavior. This unique program addresses the world’s most pressing challenges through a multidisciplinary perspective.

Undergraduate
Minor

Sustainability

B.S., Minor, (Hybrid)*/***

Explore the social, economic, political and environmental dimensions of real-world problems, developing the critical thinking, communication and collaboration skills needed to build a more equitable and sustainable future.

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