Undergraduate Academic Programs at UMass Dartmouth

Gain the skills to excel in accounting careers or prepare for CPA certification with UMass Dartmouth’s comprehensive accounting program.

Earn your online accounting degree from UMass Dartmouth. Our accredited online program prepares students for careers in accounting, government, and auditing. Enroll now!

Earn a bachelor of science degree (BS) in mechanical engineering with an option in manufacturing: the transformation of raw materials into useful products through the most effective methods.

The minor in aging and health offers specialized classes in gerontology and the aging process; a beneficial minor for majors such as nursing and psychology.

Earn your degree in animation: The BFA for animation and game arts integrates digital art, technology, animation, multimedia, 2D/3D design, web design, and virtual reality.

The major in sociology and anthropology offers a concentration in anthropology, with a focus on different aspects of culture and cultural differences.

Major in math with a concentration in applied and computational mathematics. Take computation-oriented courses that emphasize the math that solves problems in business and other fields.

The applied ethics minor provides students with a robust training in ethical issues in medicine, business, technology, politics, law, the environment, and other areas.

UMassD’s math major offers a concentration in applied statistics. Applied statistics courses cover randomness and reasoning under uncertainty emphasizing concepts, principles, and methodology needed for data analysis, decision making, and computing.

Centered on studio practice, the art education major is a professional degree that prepares you for elementary or secondary school teaching and other learning environments.

Major in art history. Explore art, architecture, and culture. Develop your visual skills. Prepare for careers in appraisal, museums, conservation, management, and more.

Study computer applications and information science applicable to fields that require intelligent software systems with a BS degree in computer science with a concentration in artificial intelligence.

If you’re undecided about a major, the arts & sciences undeclared program lets you explore a variety of majors and disciplines to help you make a decision about your path.

Pursue a bachelor of science degree (BS) in physics with a concentration in astronomy and astrophysics. Investigate the universe, research black holes, dark matter, and supernovae. Prepare for a career in areas of theoretical and applied science.

Get a chemistry degree with a concentration in biochemistry. As a biochemistry major, you will be prepared for careers in forensics, government, and research.

Explore the bioengineering major at UMass Dartmouth and discover how our biomedical and bioengineering degree program can propel you towards a rewarding career.

Earn your degree in biology. Careers for biology majors include animal biology, biotechnology, botany, education, the environment, marine science, and medicine.

Major in bioengineering with a concentration in biomedical engineering. The bioengineering major – biomedical concentration focuses on the biological and medical application of engineering principles in healthcare.

The Black Studies minor offers an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the society, culture, and history of Africans and people of African descent.

Undecided about your major in business? The Business Undeclared option introduces you to an array of disciplines available for a business degree.

As a chemistry major, you will study matter and its transformation. Jobs in chemistry include education, forensics, government, law, industry, medicine, and research.

Earn a bachelor’s degree in science (BS) in civil engineering. Learn how to plan, design, construct, and manage public and private infrastructure and facilities. Explore issues related to sustainability, climate change, and new energy resources.

The minor in communication will provide you with tools and techniques to improve your writing, communication, and critical thinking skills; all qualities that employers value highly.

Enhance your understanding of computational physics by reading online and staying updated with the latest research.

Pursue a computer engineering degree at UMass Dartmouth. Gain expertise in computer architecture, networks, cybersecurity, and more.

UMassD’s cybersecurity program offers an undergraduate major in computer engineering with a concentration in cybersecurity: the application of measures to protect computers and systems from unauthorized access and attack.

Earn a bachelor’s degree (BS) in computer science. Gain a hands-on background in computer hardware and software. Explore concentrations, including game design, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity.

Our Computer Science Cybersecurity program at UMass Dartmouth prepares students to defend against cyber threats and vulnerabilities in computer systems.

Unleash your creative potential! English majors at UMassD can concentrate on creative and professional writing to analyze context and rhetorical problems to compose effective, well-formulated communication across multiple modalities.

The creative writing minor is a valuable addition to any major. Learn how to write in a full range of literary genres: fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, playwriting, and spoken word.

Crime and justice studies brings together the fields of criminology, criminal justice, and justice studies to prepare you for a career in law enforcement, the courts, corrections, and youth services.

Study criminal justice with a concentration in pre-law to prepare for a career in the legal professions. Gain an understanding of the criminal justice system with an additional focus on legal studies and entrance exam preparations.

Focus on the social and ethical considerations unique to the field of crime and justice. The online crime and justice degree prepares you for careers in law enforcement, the courts, corrections, and youth services.

Enhance your career opportunities with a minor in data analytics. Your courses in data analytics let you explore data analysis topics within your major area of study.

UMassD’s data science major integrates mathematics and computer science with disciplines such as business and engineering.

A minor in Drawing offers professional, studio-based training in the arts. Learn fundamental skills and contemporary practices through courses in representation, human figure, architecture, perspective, mixed media, abstraction, time-based media, installation, and more.

Earn a BA degree in economics online as you explore economics—the science of decision-making. Economists identify and analyze the costs and benefits of financial and social decisions.

Major in economics, the science of decision making. Economists analyze the benefits of financial and social decisions. Jobs for economics majors include careers in business and government.

Earn your online bachelor's degree in economics to use economic theory and empirical analysis to address real-world problems.

Earn a bachelor of science degree (BS) in electrical engineering. Learn to develop electrical and electronic components, systems for power, communication, control, integrated circuits, and computers.

Discover the dynamic world of energy production and utilization through a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Mechanical Engineering with a concentration in energy.

Take the first step towards your engineering career with UMass Dartmouth's Engineering Undeclared program. Our STEM curriculum and expert faculty will help you discover your niche.

The English major offers two options: writing and communication or literature and criticism. Jobs for English majors include careers in education, communications, technical and web writing, and social media.

Explore literature and writing and learn critical reading and thinking skills with this online BA in English with the Literature and Criticism option.

Earn a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with a concentration in environmental resources engineering. Apply principles and processes to solve pollution, renewable energy, and more.

As a fashion design major, you’ll focus your creativity, develop technical skills, and prepare for careers in apparel design, manufacturing, and the retailing industry.

The minor in film & media studies at UMass Dartmouth explores historical contexts, theoretical perspectives, and social and political questions surrounding film, photography, animation, and new media.

Prepare for a dynamic career in finance with UMass Dartmouth’s AACSB-accredited program, offering hands-on experience and expert faculty support.

Earn your finance degree online. Charlton's online bachelor in finance program prepares you in the theory and practice of financial management.

For the minor in fine arts at UMass Dartmouth, you’ll select courses from drawing, painting, printmaking, and sculpture within the Art and Design Department.

Study the culture and language of the French-speaking world. A minor in French opens doors for careers in business, law, education, government service, and translation.

With a concentration in Computer Game Design, you'll explore software technologies relevant to games including programming languages, scripting languages, networks, simulation engines, and multimedia design systems.

Complete your business administration degree. Designed for mid-career students, this program helps you finish your undergraduate journey.

Gain management skills for career advancement with an online degree in business administration.

The minor in global health explores issues affecting world health. Global health studies inspire an understanding of pandemics, natural disasters, and other global problems.

Earn a BFA in Graphic Design at UMass Dartmouth and prepare for a career in visual communication. Develop professional skills and a diverse portfolio.

The Health and Society bachelor's degree program explores perspectives on health and health care. As a health and society major, prepare for careers in health policy and related fields.

Prepare for a career in in planning, directing, and coordinating medical and wellness services with the healthcare administration BS.

Expand your career opportunities in healthcare administration with our online BS program. Pursue employment in community clinics, hospitals, insurance companies, and more.

Major in history to gain an understanding of U.S. and world history. Jobs for history majors include careers in civil and foreign service, education, government, law, and public policy.

Deepen critical thinking, communication skills, and historical perspective. Prepare for a wide range of careers with the 100% online BA in History.

Learn to manage talent, develop policies, and drive organizational success in today’s competitive job market.

Your studies will focus on the understanding and application of meaning as it applies to visual communication. You'll explore the art of telling a story through images.

A minor in Art + Design: Integrated Studio Arts is designed for art and design students interested in developing and combining skills across the visual arts.

Prepare for a career in interior design with a BS in Interior Architecture + Design. The interior design major offers state-of-the-art design technology, interior design internships, and opportunities to build your portfolio.

Prepare for a global career with UMass Dartmouth’s International Business program, offering expertise in cross-cultural management, global markets, and trade.

Major in political science with a concentration in international politics, with a focus on global issues, international business, development, and diplomacy.

The interdisciplinary minor in leadership and civic engagement complements any major, offering the opportunity to promote positive social change.

Minor in legal studies to learn how law shapes and is shaped by historical, political, economic, and social forces.

Discover UMass Dartmouth's liberal arts program, where you can develop creativity, critical thinking, and independence while exploring concentrations in humanities and social sciences.

Prepare for a wide range of careers as you learn to think critically, write clearly, and communicate effectively in this 100% online Liberal Arts degree.

Earn your degree in English with a concentration in literature and criticism. Jobs for literature majors include careers in communications, editing, writing, teaching, and social media.

Build your leadership skills with UMass Dartmouth’s Management program. Prepare for success in diverse industries through strategic thinking and hands-on experience.

Develop your management skills with UMass Dartmouth's online BS in Management - General Management program and prepare for a successful career in any field.

Combine business and technology with UMass Dartmouth’s Management Information Systems program, designed to equip you with the skills for managing tech-driven organizations.

This 100% online MIS program prepares you to succeed in one of the most rapidly expanding professions in the world of business. Advanced course work prepares you for success in the Internet economy.

This 100% online MIS program prepares you to succeed in one of the most rapidly expanding professions in the world of business. Learn how to find answers and leverage information technology within an organization to increase business value and profits.

Earn your bachelor’s degree in biology with an option in marine biology. The marine biology program lets you pursue interests in marine biology, marine science, and marine ecology.

Launch a successful marketing career at UMass Dartmouth, focusing on digital strategy, consumer behavior, and brand management in today’s competitive market.

Build a solid foundation for your career through knowledge of marketing fundamentals. Explore all phases of marketing and distributing products and services throughout the global economy—with a focus on understanding consumers and acquiring information for decision-making.

Earn your BA or BS in mathematics. Jobs for math majors include careers in business, education, finance, government, medicine, software and game development, and statistics.

UMass Dartmouth's mechanical engineering degree program sets you up for success in aerospace, manufacturing, robotics, and more.

Pursue your degree in medical laboratory science. Our medical laboratory science program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences.

Complete your degree online with a BS in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) – Clinical. The online medical laboratory science program is designed for students who hold an associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) from an NAACLS accredited institution.

Get hands-on experience in mobile app development with UMass Dartmouth's minor in mobile applications development. Learn the skills needed to design and implement applications for Android and iOS.

The BA in Music provides opportunities for intensive study in applied music, performance, the history of music, music education, theory, and music from diverse cultures including jazz and world music.

CVPA’s Music Education program is approved by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education, leading to the Initial License to teach. It takes a global approach to music education, emphasizes instrumental and vocal training, and prepares you to conduct student ensembles.

The music performance concentration is designed to meet the needs of students who are interested in pursuing graduate studies in music, performance careers, conducting, or teaching in private studios.

Major in nursing and earn your BSN. Our bachelor of science in nursing program offers an excellent nursing education, leading to outstanding NCLEX passing rates.

RN to BSN online: earn your bachelor of science in nursing through our online nursing program, a degree completion program for students who hold a valid RN license.

Accelerated nursing program: the online accelerated BS in nursing program is a second degree program for students who have a bachelor’s degree in another discipline.

Master operations management at UMass Dartmouth. Develop expertise in optimizing processes, improving efficiency, and leading operational success in any industry.

Learn the fundamental operations management skills necessary for career advancement. Get things done and produced, with minimal time, effort, and cost—and maximum quality.

A minor in Art + Design: Painting offers a professional, studio-based education with a focus on fundamental skills and contemporary practices: form, color, space, concept development, the human figure, mixed media, abstraction, and installation.

When you major in philosophy, you explore justice, knowledge, and truth. Jobs for philosophy majors call on skills in logic and analysis, with career options across many fields.

Develop critical thinking, writing, & analysis skills for law school success. Pre-law courses in ethics, communication, & legal reasoning complement the philosophy major's core curriculum.

Develop your vision and technical expertise using still and moving imagery. Students explore analog and digital techniques of photographic imagery and obtain a critical vocabulary and awareness of how images function in the world.

Earn your bachelor of science degree (BS) in physics: uncover the mysteries of nature, explore deep space, probe the ocean’s depths, meet Earth’s environmental challenges.

As a political science major, you will develop an understanding of political institutions and processes. Jobs in political science include careers in government, business, and law.

Take your first step towards a career in law, business, government, or non-profit organizations with UMass Dartmouth's online Political Science degree program.

Prepare for law school with a major in political science and a concentration in pre-law. Explore courses in American law, legal institutions, and constitutional rights, preparing you for the challenges and rigors of legal education.

Pursue a degree in Portuguese. As a Portuguese major, you’ll explore the language, literatures, and cultures of the Portuguese-speaking world.

The Pre-Med/Pre-Health Advisory Program helps you develop the knowledge and skills necessary for success in medical and health careers.

UMass Dartmouth's Psychology program offers a broad introduction to the scientific study of human behavior. Explore subfields such as perception, cognition, and social psychology.

Earn a BA degree in Public Administration and you'll gain the analytical, critical thinking, and writing skills necessary to excel in your career. You will be prepared to work in the public sector at the local, state, or federal level, particularly in human or social services.

A degree in public administration prepares you to work in the public sector at local, state, or federal levels.

Looking to work in local, state or federal government? Earn an online Public Administration degree from UMass Dartmouth and gain the skills you need to succeed.

The minor in religious studies focuses on the scholarly interpretation of religion as well as an understanding of religious diversity and secular perspectives.

Minor in sculpture at UMass Dartmouth's College of Visual & Performing Arts and explore the limitless possibilities of 3D art-making approaches and genres.

Earn a degree in sociology & anthropology with a concentration in sociology. Students who study sociology will develop critical insights into possibilities for social change.

Major in sociology and anthropology to explore the social and cultural world. The major is an excellent basis for a variety of careers and professions.

The UMass Dartmouth bachelor’s degree program in Sociology and Anthropology examines societies and basic institutions, as well as smaller groups such as family, peers and neighborhood. This flexible, online program prepares students for a wide range of careers.

Get a bachelor's degree in computer science with a concentration in software engineering and launch your career as a software developer.

Major in Spanish to advance your language skills and develop your awareness of the Spanish-speaking world. A degree in Spanish prepares you for a variety of careers.

Discover your creative potential with a BFA in Art and Design: Studio Art and the Expanded Field, offering a comprehensive education in the visual arts with three tracks: Painting, Drawing and 2D; Sculpture and 3D; and Integrated Studio Art.

If you are undecided about your major in the studio arts, you can select Studio Arts Undeclared and take the opportunity explore CVPA’s many studio options during your first semester.

Minor in sustainability to enhance your employment opportunities in businesses, public agencies, and nonprofit organizations.

The minor in urban studies takes an interdisciplinary approach to studying the social, cultural, economic, and political issues that intersect in urban space.

The interdisciplinary major in women's and gender studies places women's and men's experiences at the center of inquiry.

Discover the online Women's and Gender Studies BA program at UMass Dartmouth. Explore the impact of gender on society and gain a solid understanding. Apply today!

Major in English with a concentration in writing, rhetoric & communication. Develop your professional and creative writing abilities.