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AccountingAccounting/gallery/2025%20Accounting%20Thumbnail-med.jpgAs an accounting major you will learn how to provide relevant financial information to users such as managers, investors, creditors, financial institutions, government agencies, and the public. You will plan, evaluate, and direct the activities of your company, an integral component of managing growth and development.
Actuarial ScienceActuarial Science/gallery/2025%20Acturial%20Science%20Thumbnail-med.jpgAs an actuarial science major, you will study business, finance, mathematics, and statistics and learn how to apply that knowledge to measure, assess, and manage risk in insurance, finance, and other industries and professions. With this depth of understanding, you will help organizations grow and provide value to their customers and clients, help leaders make strategic decisions, and help consumers prepare for their future. 
AdvertisingAdvertising/gallery/adsmall-med.jpgIowa State University offers one of only 15 accredited advertising majors nationally. As an advertising major you will gain knowledge in a variety of areas including graphic and web design, multimedia production, copy writing, media planning, advertising sales, and strategic communication.
Aerospace EngineeringAerospace Engineering/gallery/aero_sm-med.jpgWhether you are interested in propulsion, structural mechanics, aerodynamics, or space exploration, Iowa State’s program will help you become your best.
African and African American St...African and African American Studies/gallery/african_sm-med.jpgAfrican and African American Studies, a cross-disciplinary program in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, offers students the opportunity to explore the African Americans’ experience and African American contributions to American culture.
Agricultural BusinessAgricultural Business/gallery/agbus_sm-med.jpgIowa State offers one of the best agricultural business programs in the nation. The agricultural business major emphasizes courses in business and economics, with an agricultural focus.
Agricultural CommunicationAgricultural Communication/gallery/AGCM%20thumbnail-med.pngThe agricultural communication major provides students with critical knowledge and skills to be effective agricultural communicators. Graduates will communicate about agricultural science with diverse audiences within and outside the agricultural sector locally, nationally, and globally, using various communication channels and tools.
Agricultural EngineeringAgricultural Engineering/gallery/agengin_sm-med.jpgAs an agricultural engineering student you will learn how to design systems that directly impact peoples’ lives. You will explore the biological, physical, and engineering sciences and apply your knowledge to solving problems using agricultural and biological engineering design methods. 
Agricultural StudiesAgricultural Studies/gallery/agstudies_sm-med.jpgThe agricultural studies major is designed especially for those who are interested in production agriculture and the businesses and agencies that serve the food and agriculture industry. The program in agricultural studies is designed for flexibility, allowing you to develop a broad-based education in agricultural sciences and agri-business.
Agricultural Systems TechnologyAgricultural Systems Technology/gallery/agsystemstech_sm-med.jpgAs an agricultural systems technology major you will apply a systems-approach to technology management, which prepares you to oversee and optimize machinery, biological processes, and rapidly developing and changing systems in agriculture.
Agricultural and Life Sciences ...Agricultural and Life Sciences Education/gallery/aglifesci_sm-med.jpgAgriculture and life sciences education at Iowa State is a blend of professional development, technical agriculture, and general education courses that prepares you for leadership positions in education or agribusiness.
Agricultural and Rural Policy S...Agricultural and Rural Policy Studies/gallery/agsociety_sm-med.jpgIn the agricultural and rural policy studies program you will study the social, political, and economic forces that affect rural communities and agriculture.
AgronomyAgronomy/gallery/AgronomyCatalogThumbnail17-med.jpgAgronomy is the science of plants and soils for agriculture and the center of new frontiers in biotechnology, sustainable agriculture, and biorenewable fuels.
Air Force Aerospace Studies Pro...Air Force Aerospace Studies Program/gallery/airforcestudies_sm-med.jpgThe objectives of the Department of Air Force Aerospace Studies (AFAS) are to provide qualified students the opportunity to earn a commission as an active duty officer in the United States Air Force (USAF) and United States Space Force (USSF) to build better citizens for those not interested in serving in the USAF/USSF. Entry into the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) program is not dependent on departmental major or year in the university, and is open to all qualified students; however, it is intended for students who have at least 3 years of coursework remaining.
American Indian Studies MinorAmerican Indian Studies Minor/gallery/amerindian_sm-med.jpgAmerican Indian Studies is a cross-disciplinary minor in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences that allows students to learn more about the contemporary and historical realities of native communities in North America, to appreciate the variety of native cultures and experiences, and to be prepared for an attentive lifelong learning experience in a diverse world.
Animal EcologyAnimal Ecology/gallery/animalecology_sm-med.jpgIowa State is the only university in the country that offers an undergraduate major in animal ecology. Your coursework will emphasize ecological principles and processes and their applications to natural resource management.
Animal ScienceAnimal Science/gallery/DairyScience_sm-med.jpgAs an animal science major you will focus on understanding the life cycle of companion and production animals through study of the fundamentals of behavior, growth and development, lactation, genetics and breeding, nutrition, and reproduction.
AnthropologyAnthropology/gallery/anthropology_sm-med.jpgAs an anthropology major you will study past and present human behavior and what it means to be human. You will also deal with fascinating questions such as how people’s behavior changes over time, how people communicate and move about the globe, how people and cultures of distant places are different, how individuals and groups cooperate in distinct cultural contexts, and how the human species has evolved over millions of years.
Applied Artificial IntelligenceApplied Artificial Intelligence/gallery/AppliedAI-thumbnail-med.jpgThe Applied AI minor provides foundational knowledge on the use of AI using low-code or no-code tools available to a wide range of users. A useful analogy is that of being able to drive a car versus produce it or perform work under the hood. The minor also helps students understand the ethical, social, cultural, and economic implications of increased AI use.
ArchitectureArchitecture/gallery/architect_sm-med.jpgOur five-year professional undergraduate architecture program is ranked among the top 10 "Most Hired From" in the United States by DesignIntelligence and provides the foundation for licensure. Discover the art and science of designing buildings in this practically, conceptually, and theoretically balanced STEM-based program.
Art HistoryArt History/gallery/ArtHistoryThumbnail-med.jpg
Art, B.A.Art, B.A./gallery/ArtDesign_sm-med.jpgCombine your interests in studio arts and art history with our BA in Art and Design that offers two emphasis areas: Art and Culture, or Visual Culture Studies. Both options allow you to complement your art coursework with study in an area outside of the College of Design.
Art, B.F.A.Art, B.F.A./gallery/IntegratedStudioArts_sm-med.jpgLooking for a fine art/fine craft degree? Our BFA in Integrated Studio Arts emphasizes in-depth studio work in diverse media including ceramics, digital media, drawing, furniture design, illustration, jewelry/metalsmithing, 2D and 3D mixed media, painting, photography, printmaking, textile and fiber arts, and new genres. We'll prepare you to become a professional artist with competency in multiple media.
Artificial Intelligence MinorArtificial Intelligence Minor/gallery/AI-thumbnail-med.jpgThe Artificial Intelligence minor provides students with the essential knowledge and core skills needed to apply AI and machine learning techniques to address a wide range of practical problems. Students completing the minor will gain a comprehensive understanding of AI and machine learning principles, methodologies and algorithms, equipping them with the ability to create AI-driven solutions for real-world challenges.
Athletic TrainingAthletic Training/gallery/AthleticTraining_sm-med.jpgAs an athletic training major you will study the prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries to athletes and others who are engaged in everyday physical activities.
Bachelor of Liberal StudiesBachelor of Liberal Studies/gallery/liberal%20studies_sm-med.jpgThis Regents degree program is specifically designed for students who are interested in a flexible and diverse curriculum.
Biochemistry (AGLS)Biochemistry (AGLS)/gallery/Biochemistry_AGLS_thumbnail-med.jpgWhen you major in agricultural biochemistry you explore the unknown, the unseen, and the undiscovered wonders of the natural world. Your coursework will provide a foundation in chemistry, physics, mathematics, and biology, as those fields relate to agricultural and biological sciences. 
Biochemistry (LAS)Biochemistry (LAS)/gallery/Biochemistry_and_Biophysics_thumbnail-med.jpgBiochemistry provides the basis for much of modern biotechnology. Biochemists seek to understand life processes in terms of chemical and physical principles. They conduct research in areas such as the structure and function of enzymes, membranes, and hormones; cell metabolism; reproduction; the chemical basis of heredity; muscle contraction; nerve transmission; and the design and evaluation of drugs for the treatment of disease.
Bioinformatics and Computationa...Bioinformatics and Computational Biology/gallery/bioinfo_sm-med.jpgAs a bioinformatics and computational biology major you will explore the interfaces of biological, informational, and computational sciences.
Biological Systems EngineeringBiological Systems Engineering/gallery/biosystems_sm-med.jpgBiological Systems Engineering integrates life sciences with engineering to solve problems related to, or using, biological systems (microbes, plants, animals, human, and/or ecosystems). Biological systems engineers use their understanding of engineering to analyze organisms and ecosystems, and their knowledge of biological systems to inspire and inform their designs.
Biology (AGLS)Biology (AGLS)/gallery/biology_sm-med.jpgIowa State University is a major center for research and education in the biological sciences. Students have the opportunity to learn from some of the nation’s leaders in biological research and teaching and to participate in innovative programs.
Biology (LAS)Biology (LAS)/gallery/biologylas_sm-med.jpgThe biology program at Iowa State provides a broad education in all aspects of modern biology. With over 200 faculty who are biologists, our students have the opportunity to learn from research and educational leaders in all fields of the biological sciences.
Biomedical EngineeringBiomedical Engineering/gallery/biomedsm-med.jpgBiomedical engineering students can choose an emphasis in medical molecules and materials, biomedical mechanics and manufacturing or biomedical instrumentation that gives them both breadth in foundational engineering disciplines as well as depth in biology needed to design biomedical systems that improve human health. This degree prepares students to design disease therapeutics and drug delivery approaches, advanced diagnostics and biosensors, implants and artificial tissues, medical imaging and equipment electronics, prosthetics and medical manufacturing systems.
Biomedical SciencesBiomedical Sciences/gallery/biomedsci_sm-med.jpgFor professional curriculum in veterinary medicine leading to the degree doctor of veterinary medicine, see Veterinary Medicine, Curriculum.
Business AdministrationBusiness Administration/gallery/2025%20Business%20Admin%20Thumbnail-med.jpgThe Ivy College of Business offers coursework in Business Administration. These courses integrate with the undergraduate and graduate programs in the departments of Accounting, Finance, Information Systems and Business Analytics, Management and Entrepreneurship, Marketing, and Supply Chain Management, by providing specialized coursework in orientation to business, professional development, experiential learning, and cooperative education opportunities.
Business AnalyticsBusiness Analytics/gallery/2025%20Business%20Analytics%20Thumbnail-med.jpgBusiness analytics leverages data, technology, analytical methods, and business knowledge. This program will help you not just analyze data but understand it, translate it, and incorporate it into business practice creating value. Graduates will be equipped to turn data into insights, make predictions, and prescribe actions to make smarter business decisions.
Business EconomicsBusiness Economics/gallery/2025%20Business%20Economics%20Thumbnail-med.jpgA major in business economics will offer you an innovative business degree with a business emphasis interwoven with economics courses. You will gain a unique mix of analytical and applied business skills suited for employment in upper-level management and public service.
Chemical EngineeringChemical Engineering/gallery/chemicaleng_sm-med.jpgAs a chemical engineering major you will use science, experience, creativity, and ingenuity to deal with chemical and physical changes of matter and the conversion of energy.
ChemistryChemistry/gallery/chemistrysm-med.jpgWhen you study chemistry you have the opportunity to study scientific processes and reactions that define every aspect of daily life.
Civil EngineeringCivil Engineering/gallery/engr-civil_sm-med.jpgCivil engineers monitor public safety, health, and productivity; they plan, design, and supervise construction, operation, and maintenance of public and private facilities.
Classical StudiesClassical Studies/gallery/intlstudies_sm-med.jpgThe cross-disciplinary program in Classical Studies engages students with the civilizations of ancient Greece and Rome and their influence, both past and present, on western and world cultures. 
Climate ScienceClimate Science/gallery/thumbnail%20cl%20science-med.jpgThe Climate Science major gives students a solid foundation in the Earth’s climate system and competency in areas of data analysis, planning and mitigation, and science communication. Students will take core courses in climate science and complementary areas, and select at least one focus area for additional specialization. Students majoring in Climate Science earn the bachelor of science.
Communication StudiesCommunication Studies/gallery/CommStudiessm-med.jpgAs a communication studies major you will learn about human communication, exploring the ways we create and negotiate meaning. You will examine the role that communication plays in creating and managing interpersonal interactions in both personal and professional contexts.
Community and Regional PlanningCommunity and Regional Planning/gallery/CommRegionalPlan_sm-med.jpgEnter a field that fosters social change. Our Community and Regional Planning program is one of the nation's longest-established planning programs and provides the foundation for professional certification. You can choose from one of five emphasis areas - including social policy, environmental planning, transportation and more - gain hands-on experience through projects with real communities.
Computer EngineeringComputer Engineering/gallery/computerengin_sm-med.jpgComputer engineering deals with all aspects of computer systems, including design, construction, operation, and testing. Your coursework will fascinate, inspire, and prepare you for learning in a variety of professional capacities.
Computer ScienceComputer Science/gallery/computer%20science%20las_sm-med.jpgA degree in Computer Science has value in nearly every industry. The hands-on projects in our classes will teach you how to use technology to solve problems and improve the world around you. Chase new ideas by conducting undergraduate research with world-class faculty, and go beyond campus with paid internships at local start-ups or Fortune 500 companies such as Microsoft, Google, and Boeing.
Construction EngineeringConstruction Engineering/gallery/engr-construction_sm-med.jpgAs a construction engineering student you will learn to identify the best methods and techniques of construction to determine construction costs and schedules, propose the best construction sequence, and supervise construction projects.
Criminal JusticeCriminal Justice/gallery/crimjust_sm-med.jpgAs a criminal justice major, you will study the causes and consequences of and social and criminal justice system responses to crime, and you will become acquainted with current issues affecting these systems. With practical application and rigorous academics, you will be prepared for a career that makes a difference.
Culinary Food Science (AGLS)Culinary Food Science (AGLS)/gallery/culinaryscience_sm-med.jpgAs a culinary food science student you will explore food chemistry, nutrition, and food microbiology, as well as food safety, sanitation, quantity food production, and fine dining management. This is a food science-based degree in which you build a strong foundation in science while learning basic culinary skills.
Culinary Food Science (HHSCI)Culinary Food Science (HHSCI)/gallery/HSCulinaryScience_sm-med.jpgAs a culinary food science student you will explore food chemistry, nutrition, and food microbiology, as well as food safety, sanitation, quantity food production, and fine dining management. This is a food science-based degree in which you build a strong foundation in science while learning basic culinary skills
Cyber Security MinorCyber Security Minor/gallery/Cyberthumbnail-med.jpg
Dairy ScienceDairy Science/gallery/dairyscienceag_sm-med.jpgThe dairy science program at Iowa State focuses on dairy cattle and dairy food products. Depending upon your academic interests and career goals, you and your adviser will design a “directional studies program.”
Data ScienceData Science/gallery/datasciencefilter-med.jpgPrepare for a top technology job in a field with strong employment outcomes. Learn the technical fundamentals of data science with a focus on transforming data into insights. Data scientists can make a significant impact on society's most challenging issues and are found in business, government, nonprofits and other sectors.
Diet and Exercise (AGLS)Diet and Exercise (AGLS)/gallery/dietexercise_sm-med.jpgDiet and exercise is an accredited program for students interested in earning concurrent bachelor’s and master’s degrees. To pursue this program you will start as a pre-diet and exercise major, and at the beginning of your junior year you will apply for admission to the accelerated program.
Diet and Exercise (HHSCI)Diet and Exercise (HHSCI)/gallery/dietandex_sm-med.jpgDiet and exercise is an accredited program for students interested in earning concurrent bachelor’s and master’s degrees. To pursue this program you will start as a pre-diet and exercise major, and at the beginning of your junior year you will apply for admission to the accelerated program.
Dietetics (AGLS)Dietetics (AGLS)/gallery/dieteticsag_sm-med.jpgThe dietetics degree at Iowa State is an accredited science- and health-related program that emphasizes food and nutrition. As a dietetics major you will take courses in nutrient metabolism, community nutrition, counseling and educational methods, medical nutrition therapy, and food service management. 
Dietetics (HHSCI)Dietetics (HHSCI)/gallery/CHS_Dietetics_sm-med.jpgThe dietetics degree at Iowa State is an accredited science- and health-related program that emphasizes food and nutrition. As a dietetics major you will take courses in nutrient metabolism, community nutrition, counseling and educational methods, medical nutrition therapy, and food service management.
Early Childcare Education and P...Early Childcare Education and Programming/gallery/earlysm-med.jpgThe Early Childcare Education and Programing major prepares graduates to work in a variety of childcare centers and homes, infant/toddler and preschool programs, Head Start programs, and before and after-school programs for children ages birth to eight. The curriculum is focused specifically on topics directly relevant to the major and is designed to provide content for the final two years of a student’s program.
Early Childhood Education - Uni...Early Childhood Education - Unified/gallery/Human%20DevFamily%20Studies_sm-med.jpgThe curriculum in early childhood education prepares you to obtain a license to teach children from birth through third grade in both general and special education.
Earth ScienceEarth Science/gallery/earth%20science_sm-med.jpgAs an earth science major you will study how to describe the natural world, investigate the environment, and understand the reasons for changes in the structure of the planet we inhabit.
Ecology and Evolutionary BiologyEcology and Evolutionary Biology/gallery/ecologyorganbiology_sm-med.jpg
EconomicsEconomics/gallery/BusinessEcon_sm-med.jpgEconomics is a social science that studies how people and businesses make decisions, how those decisions are coordinated in the market, and how government policy can influence market outcomes with respect to the efficiency of resource utilization and the welfare of society.
Education StudiesEducation Studies/gallery/EdStudiesThumbnail-med.jpg
Electrical EngineeringElectrical Engineering/gallery/electrical-engr_sm-med.jpgElectrical engineers work with anything related to electronics and electrical devices. Faculty members at Iowa State University are researching thin film semiconductor devices, large-scale energy distribution, solar energy conversion, antennas, wireless networks, and many other devices and systems that we use in daily life.
Elementary EducationElementary Education/gallery/SchoolEd_sm-med.jpgA degree in elementary education at Iowa State prepares you either to teach all subjects or to specialize in mathematics, science, language arts, or social studies. The curriculum in elementary education is planned for students preparing to teach in grades kindergarten through six. Teaching endorsements in areas closely related to elementary education, including a special education endorsement in multi-categorical resource teaching, are available for elementary education majors.
Engineering ManagementEngineering Management/gallery/enginman_sm-med.jpg
Engineering MechanicsEngineering Mechanics/gallery/embanner_sm-med.jpgThe undergraduate courses in mechanics are intermediate between those in physics and mathematics and the professional and design courses of the several engineering curricula. 
EnglishEnglish/gallery/english_sm-med.jpgAs an English major you will study British and American and multicultural literatures as well as the structure of the English language, rhetorical analyses, theory and multiple possibilities in creative writing. You may also choose to pursue English Education to become a middle school or high school English teacher. Additionally, Iowa State’s program in rhetoric and professional communication has been recognized as a leader in breaking new ground.
EntrepreneurshipEntrepreneurship/gallery/2025%20Entrepreneurship%20Thumbnail-med.jpgSuccess in entrepreneurship requires a broad base of conceptual knowledge, personal skills, and competencies. By majoring in entrepreneurship, you will sharpen your creative thinking and problem-solving skills and develop your entrepreneurial mindset to start your own business, develop a new product, or become an innovator in an established company. The entrepreneurship major combines great courses with state-of-the-art resources that enhance your classroom experience and provide experiential learning opportunities to deliver a dynamic, well-rounded educational experience.
Entrepreneurship MinorEntrepreneurship Minor/gallery/2025%20Entrepreneurship%20Minor%20Thumbnail-med.jpgThe university-wide undergraduate minor in Entrepreneurship is available to all undergraduate students at Iowa State University. It provides a great opportunity for students from across campus to complement their primary major by strengthening their creative thinking and problem-solving skills on their way to developing an entrepreneurial mindset. In addition to exposing students to fundamental entrepreneurial content, the entrepreneurship minor includes an extensive list of elective classes from across campus so that students can tailor their experience towards their career interests.
Environmental EngineeringEnvironmental Engineering/gallery/ENV%20E_thumbnail-med.jpgAs an environmental engineering major, you will acquire the knowledge in science and engineering necessary to design and implement effective, affordable solutions for environmental challenges involving the built and natural environment. You will have a strong foundation and experience necessary to solve complex current and future challenges regarding providing safe drinking water, collecting and processing waste, controlling air quality, recycling residuals, and protecting public health. 
Environmental Science (AGLS)Environmental Science (AGLS)/gallery/environscience_sm-med.jpgIowa State offers two distinct but allied undergraduate programs focused on environmental systems: Environmental science and environmental studies.
The environmental science major provides a technically rigorous, quantitative, and integrated approach to the study of environmental systems. - Environmental Science (LAS)Environmental Science (LAS)/gallery/environscience_sm-med.jpgIowa State offers two distinct but allied undergraduate programs focused on environmental systems: Environmental science and environmental studies.
The environmental science major provides a technically rigorous, quantitative, and integrated approach to the study of environmental systems.
Environmental StudiesEnvironmental Studies/gallery/environmental%20studies_sm-med.jpgEnvironmental Studies deals with the relationship and interactions between humans and the environment. Students in any college at ISU may elect to take a secondary major or minor in Environmental Studies. 
Event ManagementEvent Management/gallery/CHS_Event%20Management_sm-med.jpgThe event management program at Iowa State will offer you formal education, experience, and training for a rapidly evolving industry that is high in demand.
Family and Consumer Sciences Ed...Family and Consumer Sciences Education and Studies/gallery/famconsci_sm-med.jpgAre you interested in people-centered sciences? Family & Consumer Sciences professionals focus on the science and art of living and working well in our complex world. In our cross-disciplinary program, you'll learn from the experts in content areas across the College of Human Sciences. Through hands-on learning, you'll analyze Human Services through the lens of sustainability, critical thinking, and leadership principles. Graduates of FCEDS program have a near 100% placement rate, entering into the fields of secondary education, business, or community programs.
Fashion Design and MerchandisingFashion Design and Merchandising/gallery/Apparel,MerchDesign_sm-med.jpgThe Iowa State apparel, merchandising, and design program is one of finest public programs in the nation, ranked #4 in merchandising and ranked #5 in design by fashionschools.org. When you major in this field, you will choose from one of five areas of concentration: creative and technical design, product development and innovation, product management and sourcing, merchandising and retail analytics, or fashion communication.
FinanceFinance/gallery/2025%20Finance%20Thumbnail-med.jpgAs a finance major at Iowa State, you will learn how businesses and individuals can make the most of financial markets, successfully raise capital, take advantage of value-enhancing investment opportunities, manage risk, and grow assets. You will also learn the functions of various financial markets and how different financial securities are priced and traded. Having acquired these basic tools, you will have the opportunity to choose the finance path best suited for you with advanced electives in topics including: security analysis, insurance and risk management, banking, real estate, financial analytics, venture capital, international finance, and others.
Financial Counseling and PlanningFinancial Counseling and Planning/gallery/finplansm-med.jpgA major in Financial Counseling and Planning prepares graduates to help individuals and families improve their financial capability and remain financially secure. Majors commonly seek and find employment in financial services, banking, insurance, real estate, investment, and social service organizations. Options within the major meet the education requirements to become a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and/or Accredited Financial Counselor®. 
Food Science (AGLS)Food Science (AGLS)/gallery/foodscience_sm-med.jpgFood science is a degree program focused on food issues from the time crops leave the field until consumers buy the food products. Food scientists apply basic science (chemistry, biology, physics) to improve processing, preservation, and safety of food and to develop new food products. 
Food Science (HHSCI)Food Science (HHSCI)/gallery/CHSFood%20Science_sm-med.jpgFood science is a degree program focused on food issues from the time crops leave the field until consumers buy the food products. Food scientists apply basic science (chemistry, biology, physics) to improve processing, preservation, and safety of food and to develop new food products. 
Food Science and Human NutritionFood Science and Human Nutrition/gallery/CHS_Food%20Science%20and%20Human%20Nutrition_sm-med.jpg
ForestryForestry/gallery/forestry2_sm-med.jpgThe forestry curriculum offers courses dealing with the management of forest ecosystems for multiple benefits including biodiversity, recreation, water, wilderness, wildlife, and wood and fiber. Conservation and preservation of natural resources are emphasized. 
Game DesignGame Design/gallery/GameDesignThumbnail-med.jpgThe Bachelor of Science in Game Design offers dynamic and multidisciplinary education in game design and development. The program is based on the principle that successful games are crafted through a blend of imaginative storytelling, cutting-edge technology, and artistic vision. The blend of skills in these areas culminates in engaging interactive digital and analog experiences that have the power to entertain, educate, and inspire.
Genetics (AGLS)Genetics (AGLS)/gallery/Genetics_sm-med.jpgAs a genetics major you will explore the characteristics of living organisms to determine how they are passed from generation to generation. Understanding heredity is fundamental to all the biological sciences, particularly animal science as it relates to production and the study of disease.
Genetics (LAS)Genetics (LAS)/gallery/genetics_smlas-med.jpgAs a genetics major you will explore the characteristics of living organisms to determine how they are passed from generation to generation. Understanding heredity is fundamental to all the biological sciences, particularly animal science as it relates to production and the study of disease.
Genetics and GenomicsGenetics and Genomics/gallery/geneticslas_sm-med.jpg
GeologyGeology/gallery/geology_sm-med.jpgAs a geology major you will encounter much more than the study of rocks and landforms. Geology is the study of the structure and origin of the earth, and the processes that shape its interior and surface. You will learn about how different Earth systems operate and interact to shape our environment and provide the resources that sustain society.
GerontologyGerontology/gallery/Gerontology_sm-med.jpgStudents may obtain a minor in Gerontology by taking courses that will help them synthesize ideas from the variety of disciplines important to the study of the aging process. 
Global Human Sciences MinorGlobal Human Sciences Minor/gallery/Global%20Human%20Sciences%20Minor%20-%20Choose%20Your%20Adventure%20253x123-med.jpgThe College of Human Sciences offers the Global Human Sciences Minor to all undergraduate students at Iowa State. The minor is an innovative pedagogical strategy that unites multiple disciplines in human sciences, cross-cultural and international perspectives, and leadership development. It will create opportunities for you to increase your international engagement and to participate in high-impact learning practices. It will also contribute to preparing you to live and work in a dynamic global community.
Global Resource SystemsGlobal Resource Systems/gallery/agresoucesystem_sm-med.jpgAs a global resource systems major you will explore global agriculture, international resource issues, international development, and resource-related businesses worldwide.
Graphic DesignGraphic Design/gallery/graphicdesignsm-med.jpgIn the only public BFA in Graphic Design program in Iowa, you will learn how to visually communicate ideas using traditional and new media including typography, publication design, video and motion graphics, and UI/UX design. As a graphic designer, you'll analyze clients' objectives, study the market and existing design, and use art to create visual products that enhance or define a client's image.- Health Coach CertificateHealth Coach Certificate/gallery/dietandex_sm-med.jpgThe undergraduate health coach certificate provides a rigorous academic and theoretical background in three components of health (nutrition, exercise and motivational coaching) required to prepare workers for the challenges of being a health coach.
Healthcare ManagementHealthcare Management/gallery/2025%20Healthcare%20Management%20Thumbnail-med.jpgWorking in the healthcare sector provides an outstanding opportunity to promote individual and societal well-being. A degree in healthcare management prepares students to help facilitate the sustainable delivery of high-quality patient care in a variety of healthcare contexts. The healthcare management program incorporates a robust, industry-specific curriculum taught by recognized scholars and industry professionals, all designed to provide students with the business acumen needed to successfully manage in the healthcare industry. An experiential learning requirement, such as an internship or co-op, helps ensure you have the knowledge and skills to successfully launch your career in healthcare management.
HistoryHistory/gallery/history_sm-med.jpgAs a history major you will explore the history of America as well as countries and societies worlds away by distance or by time.
HorticultureHorticulture/gallery/Horticulture_sm-med.jpgIowa State’s horticulture program focuses on enhancing the quality of the environment and fostering stability, vitality, and growth of horticulture to promote economic and rural development.
Hospitality ManagementHospitality Management/gallery/hm2_sm-med.jpgIowa State’s undergraduate program in hospitality management is an internationally recognized program, ranked 15th among the world’s top 100 hospitality and tourism programs.
Human Development and Family St...Human Development and Family Studies/gallery/Familychildservicessm-med.jpgGraduates of the Human Development and Family Studies major are prepared to work in agencies that serve young children, youth, adults and families to provide high quality services related to early care and education, youth development and programming, and family interaction and conflict resolution.
Human Resource ManagementHuman Resource Management/gallery/2025%20Human%20Resource%20Management%20Thumbnail-med.jpgA company's human capital is often its most expensive and important resource, making proper human resource management (HRM) a key enabler of organizational performance. Effective HRM ensures that organizations have the right people with the right skills working in the right systems to drive current and future organizational success. To educate future HR professionals capable of delivering on this promise, our HRM program is built around a robust curriculum integrating relevant HR technical knowledge and professional skills with a contemporary data-driven perspective that organizations value.
Industrial DesignIndustrial Design/gallery/IndustrialDesign_sm-med.jpgThe major for inventors, our Bachelor of Industrial Design combines design, business, and engineering. Here, you'll use artistic sensibility, technical competence, and business acumen to design consumer and industry-grade products and services that people use everyday such as telephones, computers, and cars. 
Industrial EngineeringIndustrial Engineering/gallery/engr-industrial_sm-med.jpgIndustrial engineers are responsible for designing and improving the critical systems that help organizations fulfill their objectives.
Industrial TechnologyIndustrial Technology/gallery/Industrial%20Technology_sm-med.jpgAs an industrial technology major you will apply a systems-approach to technology management, which prepares you to plan, develop, coordinate, and evaluate materials, machines, methods, safety issues in a manufacturing and industrial environment.
Insect ScienceInsect Science/gallery/caterpillar-med.jpgThe department offers a minor in Insect Science that may be earned by completing ENT 370 Insect Biology and 12 credits in courses selected from an approved list supplied by the department.
Interior DesignInterior Design/gallery/InteriorDesign_sm-med.jpgLearn how to impact the lives and wellbeing of others by shaping interiors through our BFA in Interior Design. Design, analyze, plan, and construct environments that are not only aesthetically pleasing and functionally successful but support the health, safety, and public welfare of others from across all demographics. Your coursework will include studies in residential, office, hospitality, retail, and institutional design as well as projects for real clients.
International BusinessInternational Business/gallery/2025%20International%20Business%20Thumbnail-med.jpgThe international business program is designed to provide students with an understanding of the international business environment as applied to the different functional areas of business. Students will develop the critical skills to prepare themselves for business positions with international responsibilities. 
International StudiesInternational Studies/gallery/IntnlStudies_sm-med.jpgThrough a combination of coursework and study abroad, students who complete a secondary major or minor in International Studies can prepare for careers or advanced study in the international arena, such as foreign service, journalism, advocacy organizations, scientific or research institutions, business, nongovernmental development organizations (NGOs), humanitarian agencies, environmental organizations, human rights organizations, think tanks, international agriculture, and engineering. 
Journalism and Mass CommunicationJournalism and Mass Communication/gallery/journalismsm-med.jpgOne of the longest accredited journalism programs in the country, the Greenlee School of Journalism and Communication is ranked among top journalism programs in the nation.
Kinesiology and HealthKinesiology and Health/gallery/CHS_Kinesiology_sm-med.jpgStudy the biological and behavioral disciplines of human movement from the aspects of biomechanics, motor behavior and control, and exercise psychology. Pursue pathways in medicine (pre-health professions), community and public health programming, exercise science, physical activity and health promotion, and physical education teaching.
State-of-the-art labs, expert professors, field experiences, and outstanding out-of-class experiences will prepare you to improve human movement, wellness, fitness, physical activity, and overall health of individuals from infants to older adults.
Landscape ArchitectureLandscape Architecture/gallery/LandscapeArchitecture_sm-med.jpgOur five-year professional undergraduate landscape architecture program is consistently ranked among the top 10 in the United States by DesignIntelligence for unique student experiences and high placement rates after graduation. Our one-of-a-kind Savanna Studio allows you to see and design for the American landscape and work on projects ranging from city plazas and playgrounds to the restoration of national parks and gardens.
Latin American Studies CertificateLatin American Studies Certificate/gallery/Latino_sm-med.jpg
Leadership StudiesLeadership Studies/gallery/leadershipstudiesfilter-med.jpgThe Leadership Studies Program provides a strong foundation of coursework and experiences for undergraduate students who seek to study, understand and apply the principles of leadership in their current activities and, eventually, in their careers. 
LinguisticsLinguistics/gallery/linguistics_sm-med.jpgAs a linguistics major you will study the structure, meaning, uses, and history of human languages; gain insight into how language is processed by the human mind and by computers; learn about cultural and linguistic diversity through the study of how language reflects meaning and world views; and discover how language reflects unique characteristics of humanity by connecting linguistic structure with the functional meanings that are used in communication.
ManagementManagement/gallery/2025%20Management%20Thumbnail-med.jpgManagers are pivotal in nearly all business aspects, from crafting strategic plans to embodying leadership and overseeing daily operations. Sound management ensures effective and integrated resource utilization that is essential for organizational success. Designed around learning critical conceptual, technical, and human skills valued by contemporary organizations, the management major helps prepare students to be successful organizational leaders. Whether taken as a stand-alone major or as a complement to another focus area, this skills-based approach ensures management majors have both the theoretical and practical background to excel in a wide range of organizational settings.
Management Information SystemsManagement Information Systems/gallery/2025%20Management%20Information%20Systems%20Thumbnail-med.jpgA degree in Management Information Systems prepares you to understand what businesses really need from their technology, helping them to run smoothly and make smarter decisions. You will develop conceptual, analytical, technical, and interpersonal skills, along with learning the tools and techniques needed to solve real-world problems. The MIS program achieves a very high placement rate, and our graduates are joining high profile companies to do meaningful work in very different and exciting industries.
MarketingMarketing/gallery/2025%20Marketing%20Thumbnail-med.jpgChoosing to major in marketing opens the door to a world of exciting career possibilities! Imagine yourself leading innovative product launches, crafting compelling brand stories, and analyzing market trends to drive business growth. With a marketing degree, you'll gain experience in product development, pricing, marketing communications, customer relationships, digital and social media, marketing analytics, business consulting, and professional sales in a business-to-business (B2B) context-skills that are highly sought after in today's dynamic job market. Whether you're interested in becoming a marketing analyst, a creative digital marketing specialist, or a strategic marketing consultant, this major will provide you with the tools and knowledge to excel. Join the ranks of successful marketing professionals who shape consumer experiences and influence business success across various industries. Start your marketing journey today and make a significant impact in the business world!
Materials EngineeringMaterials Engineering/gallery/engr-materials_sm-med.jpgWhen you study materials engineering, you will choose an emphasis in ceramic, electronic, metallic, or polymeric materials engineering. Materials engineering faculty on campus have participated in projects that provided ceramic bone implants for animals, developed non-degrading fibers for surgical use, produced microchips for microelectronics, and established environmentally friendly applications for magnetic refrigeration. 
Materials Science and EngineeringMaterials Science and Engineering/gallery/engr-materials-science_sm-med.jpg
MathematicsMathematics/gallery/math_sm-med.jpgAs a mathematics major you may be studying cryptography and coding theory, cellular automata for modeling in the life sciences, graphs and networks with applications to computing, or the mathematics of finance, to name only a few of the possible applications.
Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering/gallery/engr-mechanical_sm-med.jpgMechanical engineers design, develop, construct, and manufacture machines and devices that produce, transmit, or use power. As a mechanical engineering student you will study the principles of motion, energy, and force, in the classroom and in some of Iowa State’s first-class laboratories.
MeteorologyMeteorology/gallery/meteorology_sm-med.jpgThe study of Meteorology involves the description of the earth’s atmosphere and the processes responsible for its behavior. Students majoring in Meteorology earn the bachelor of science. The major satisfies guidelines specified by the American Meteorological Society and meets education requirements for employment with the National Weather Service and the World Meteorlogical Organization. 
MicrobiologyMicrobiology/gallery/microbiologyfilter-med.jpgMicrobiology is the study of living organisms and infectious agents. Microbiologists study the interaction of microorganisms with people, investigating how microbes exist and affect the ecosystem and our lives.
Military Science ProgramMilitary Science Program/gallery/military%20science_sm-med.jpg
Military Studies MinorMilitary Studies Minor/gallery/military%20studies_sm-med.jpgUndergraduate study in this program provides the student with an opportunity to develop a minor in Military Studies. The three Iowa State University ROTC programs offer over 64 credits of specialized coursework. The minor in Military Studies is open to any Iowa State University student.
MusicMusic/gallery/music_sm-med.jpgAs a music major you will focus in one of three areas: music education, music composition, or performance. Our faculty encourage students to design a program that represents their diverse interests and backgrounds. Your coursework will cover a full range of musical study, from ancient music to the latest in music technology. 
Natural Resource Ecology and Ma...Natural Resource Ecology and Management/gallery/Forestry_sm-med.jpgThe department addresses a broad spectrum of natural resource and environmental issues in a holistic approach to learning, discovery and engagement. Our vision of natural resources is that informed protection and management of natural resources involves an integration of biological, economic, and social considerations. 
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Nutritional Science (AGLS)Nutritional Science (AGLS)/gallery/nutritional%20science_sm-med.jpgWhen you major in nutritional science you will look at the connection between diet and health; effects of various nutrients in the cause, treatment, and prevention of many diseases; and maintenance of normal health, growth, and development. As a nutritional science major you will select one of the following options: pre-health professional and research, family health, food service, global health and policy, health coach, or nutrition and wellness.
Nutritional Science (HHSCI)Nutritional Science (HHSCI)/gallery/CHS_Nutritional%20Science%20Undergraduate%20Program_sm-med.jpgWhen you major in nutritional science you will look at the connection between diet and health; effects of various nutrients in the cause, treatment, and prevention of many diseases; and maintenance of normal health, growth, and development. As a nutritional science major you will select one of the following options: pre-health professional and research, family health, food service, global health and policy, health coach, or nutrition and wellness.
PhilosophyPhilosophy/gallery/philosophy_sm-med.jpgPhilosophy tries to make sense of human experience and reality through critical reflection and argument. The questions it treats engage and provoke all of us, and they occupy an important place in our intellectual tradition
Physics and AstronomyPhysics and Astronomy/gallery/physics%20and%20astronomy_sm-med.jpgPhysics provides a foundation for describing and understanding the universe and all the activities that take place within it. Your coursework will include studies in fields such as mechanics, electricity and magnetism, thermodynamics, and modern physics. 
Plant BiologyPlant Biology/gallery/plantbiolsm-med.jpg
Political SciencePolitical Science/gallery/constitutionsm-med.jpgFrom the most personal exchanges (families, schools, and clubs) to the most public interactions (local, state, national, and international organizations), politics and policy matter.
Pre-professional StudyPre-professional Study/gallery/VPath_sm-med.jpg
PsychologyPsychology/gallery/psychology_sm-med.jpgAll psychologists have one thing in common: an interest in behavior. They work to understand how people and other animals develop, learn, think, feel, act, and relate to each other. As a psychology major you have the opportunity to apply your skills in analyzing behavior and its causes in supervised settings in the community or in research laboratories.
Public RelationsPublic Relations/gallery/pr_sm-med.jpgPublic relations is one of the fastest growing career fields in the United States. The U.S. Bureau of Labor reports that employment in public relations is expected to grow 23 percent by 2020. Public relations is also among the highest paying careers within the field of communications. The growth in public relations is fostered by the need for organizations to maintain their public image in a rapidly changing digital age.
Religious StudiesReligious Studies/gallery/religious%20studies_sm-med.jpgIn the spirit of personal interest, intellectual curiosity, and academic excellence, you will explore the nature and role of religion in our culture. As a religious studies major you will learn how to interpret religion in an empathetic and critical context as you explore and contrast religious traditions and systems.- School of EducationSchool of Education/gallery/SchoolEd_sm-med.jpg
Scientific Illustration and Vis...Scientific Illustration and Visualization/gallery/BioPreMedIll_sm-med.jpgThe interdepartmental undergraduate Scientific Illustration and Visualization major is designed for students who want to combine their interests and aptitudes in science and art. Based on the theme of Communicating Science Through Art, the major prepares students for careers in biological visualization/illustration or for graduate education in medical visualization/illustration. Graduates enter fields such as biocommunications, environmental display design, freelance illustration, UX/UI and museum display design, creative technologies, instructional design, and various careers in the publishing, research and education, and visual communication industries.
Seed ScienceSeed Science/gallery/seedsci_sm-med.jpgAdministered by the Departments of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Agronomy, Horticulture, and Plant Pathology. Must be taken as a secondary major in conjunction with a primary major. The seed science program is designed for students with career interests in one or more aspects of the seed industry.
SociologySociology/gallery/sociologysm-med.jpgAs a sociology major you will study the social causes and consequences of human behavior. The sociological perspective gives you a unique way of looking at how society works and the complex interrelationships between individual and society.
Software Engineering (ENG)Software Engineering (ENG)/gallery/software_eng_sm-med.jpgAs a software engineering major you will apply engineering processes, techniques, and principles to the development of computer software. Software engineers use teamwork, communication skills, and leadership to plan, design, develop, and improve complex software.
Software Engineering (LAS)Software Engineering (LAS)/gallery/softwareenginLas_sm-med.jpgAs a software engineering major you will apply engineering processes, techniques, and principles to the development of computer software. Software engineers use teamwork, communication skills, and leadership to plan, design, develop, and improve complex software.
Speech CommunicationSpeech Communication/gallery/speech_sm-med.jpgStudents who minor in speech communication will prepare themselves for a wide variety of employment opportunities in business, industry and government, as well as in non-profit and educational organizations. With their effective oral communication, listening, teamwork, problem-solving and leadership skills, speech communication students find positions in general business management: human resources, benefits, financial services, retail, sales and marketing and serve various organizations as recruiters, trainers, promotions managers, communication specialists, community outreach personnel and event planners.
Sports Media and CommunicationSports Media and Communication/gallery/SportsMediaThumbnail-med.jpgThe Sports Media and Communication major prepares students for careers on the sidelines, in the broadcast booth, behind the cameras or in a newsroom. Each student will receive hands-on experiences from the outset through practicums, building toward a full-scale internship. Coursework in this major focuses on creating compelling content using industry-standard and emerging digital tools. Each student is required to complete a capstone internship experience to practice and refine relevant skills.
StatisticsStatistics/gallery/stats-med.jpgStatistics is the science of collection, organization, analysis, and interpretation of data. The principles of statistics apply to a wide variety of professional and scientific fields.
Supply Chain ManagementSupply Chain Management/gallery/2025%20Supply%20Chain%20Management%20Thumbnail-med.jpgSupply chain management is an integrated program of study concerned with the efficient flow of information, materials, products, and capital within and among organizations. Supply chain management involves the integration of business processes across organizations, from material sources and suppliers through manufacturing and processing to the final customer. The program's balanced approach includes courses in the three core areas of supply chain management: procurement, operations, and logistics. Students will develop knowledge related to a wide variety of supply chain activities, including demand planning, purchasing, transportation management, warehouse management, inventory control, material handling, product and service support, information technology, process management and improvement, and strategic supply chain management.
Sustainable AgricultureSustainable Agriculture/gallery/agron_sm-med.jpg
Systems EngineeringSystems Engineering/gallery/engr-systems_sm-med.jpg
Teaching English as a Second La...Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) Minor/gallery/tesl_sm-med.jpgThe Minor in TESL prepares students to teach English to nonnative speakers of English, either in community programs in the United States or in overseas locations.
Technical CommunicationTechnical Communication/gallery/tech_sm-med.jpgTechnical communication is any type of communication we use to educate or inform, including websites, memos, reports, proposals, marketing materials, and presentations. A major in technical communication will prepare you to write, present, and interact in any professional situation—you will learn how people communicate in print and online, how they collaborate, and how they interact in the workplace.
Theatre and Performing ArtsTheatre and Performing Arts/gallery/theatersmnew-med.jpgStudents interested in theatre as a major area of concentration declare a major in Performing Arts and select an emphasis in Theatrical Design or Acting/Directing. Students implement the theories and principles explored in the classroom by participating in production work. 
U.S. Latino/a Studies ProgramU.S. Latino/a Studies Program/gallery/us_latino_sm-med.jpgU.S. Latino/a Studies is devoted to the study of Mexican Americans, Puerto Ricans, Cuban Americans and other groups of people living in the United States who trace their ancestry to the Spanish-speaking countries of Latin America, and who comprise the largest and fastest growing ethnic groups in the United States.
Undecided: Agriculture and Life...Undecided: Agriculture and Life Sciences/gallery/ag_sm-med.jpgThe Agriculture and Life Sciences Exploration program is for students still deciding on a major. Students are able to take courses in agriculture and life sciences without committing to a specific major. In the Agriculture and Life Sciences Exploration class, students will meet departmental advisers from numerous majors, develop time management skills, and interview professionals in different career fields.
Undecided: BusinessUndecided: Business/gallery/2025%20Ivy%20College%20of%20Business%20Thumbnail-med.jpgStudents unsure of their major in business can choose to be business exploratory (BUS X) majors, while they explore the different pathways to a specific major in business. Academic advisers and our career coordinators can help you determine which major will be best for you, given your skills and interests. Introductory foundation courses are taken by all students initially so there is some time to work towards determining what field of business you want to pursue without delaying graduation.
Undecided: DesignUndecided: Design/gallery/CollegeOfDesign_sm-med.jpgOur first-year exploratory Core Design Program introduces you to all of our degree programs and provides you with the skills needed to be successful before choosing a major. This means you can enter Iowa State as an Undecided-Design student. The Core program, which is required for most design majors, has a strong record of helping students find the right fit; we boast impressive retention rates once students enter their degree programs within the College of Design.
Undecided: EngineeringUndecided: Engineering/gallery/collegeofengineering_sm-med.jpgSo you're pretty sure you want to go into the field of engineering, but you have no idea what specific area you'd like to pursue. An undeclared engineering student has been admitted to the College of Engineering, but has not yet chosen a particular engineering program. The advantage of coming in undeclared is that it gives you an opportunity to explore the various programs to find out which one is right for you. All incoming engineering students will learn more about our 10 majors in Engineering 101.
Undecided: Human SciencesUndecided: Human Sciences/gallery/HS_sm-med.jpgWhen you enter the College of Human Sciences as an undecided student, the college's undecided advisers will advise you. The college offers an orientation class, which meets twice a week for the fall semester. Topics covered include academic life, how to find resources and tools to be successful, goal setting, decision-making models, how to choose a major, and how to plan your own program.
Undecided: Liberal Arts and Sci...Undecided: Liberal Arts and Sciences/gallery/LAS-CattHallthumbnail-med.jpgAre you more interested in math and science or the humanities and social sciences? Even as an undecided student in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, answering this question will help you narrow your course selection so that you can start off on the right path. If you're interested in math or sciences, your adviser may recommend that you consider more advanced math and science courses. If you're interested in the humanities, such as English, history, social sciences, or the performing arts, your adviser might recommend a curriculum that includes more liberal arts classes, in addition to basic math and science courses.
Veterinary MedicineVeterinary Medicine/gallery/Catalog_VetMed-Thumbnail-med.jpgThe instructional objective of the College of Veterinary Medicine is to enable students to assume vital roles in society as productive health care providers and biomedical scientists. - Veterinary PathologyVeterinary Pathology/gallery/VPath_sm-med.jpgFor the professional curriculum in veterinary medicine leading to the degree doctor of veterinary medicine, see Veterinary Medicine, Curriculum.
The Department of Veterinary Pathology offers a systematic study of basic disease mechanisms with emphasis on the changes in gene expression, cells, tissues, organs, and body fluids associated with disease.
Women's and Gender StudiesWomen's and Gender Studies/gallery/womens%20studies%20sm-med.jpgWomen’s and Gender Studies is an exciting field that will allow you to examine the role of gender and women’s contributions to art, history, economy, politics, family life, science, and literature.
World Languages and CulturesWorld Languages and Cultures/gallery/world%20languages%20and%20cultures_sm-med.jpgIowa State provides you with the opportunity to learn Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Russian, Spanish, Latin, and classical Greek. You may also take professional communication courses in modern world languages or courses in classical studies. Study abroad programs are available in France, Germany, Greece, Russia, Spain, and Latin America, either as direct programs or in cooperation with other colleges at ISU and the Study Abroad Office.