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Aerospace Engineering

Elevate your career with UTulsa’s aerospace engineering minor!

The University of Tulsa’s aerospace engineering program is tailored for STEM majors eager to dive into the aerospace industry. With three core courses and three electives, students gain a robust foundation in aerospace principles. Core courses include fluid mechanics, introduction to aerospace engineering, and system dynamics and controls. Electives allow specialization in areas like propulsion, structures, and aerodynamics. When combined with nearly any major field of study, graduates will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to excel in a variety of aerospace careers or graduate studies.

Pre-Law

Lay the groundwork for an exceptional future in law at The University of Tulsa.

If you’re considering law school, you don’t need to declare a pre-law major at The University of Tulsa. Instead, you can choose a major that aligns with your interests while working closely with our pre-law adviser. UTulsa undergraduates who achieve a 3.5 cumulative GPA and score 156 or higher on the LSAT will receive automatic admission to the law school, provided they meet other requirements.

Pre-Med & Pre-Health

Ready to discover your future in health professions? Join a dedicated community of inspiring health professionals.

UTulsa’s curriculum is designed with the flexibility, breadth, and depth needed to excel in health professions such as medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, optometry, pharmacy, and physician assistant roles. Students on the pre-medicine or pre-dentistry track can major in any discipline, with medical and dental school admissions committees valuing the diverse backgrounds and training the UTulsa experience offers. Our small class sizes and dedicated faculty ensure personalized attention and a supportive learning environment.

From freshman year, robust coursework and tailored advising help you meet the requirements for any medical school in the US and Canada. Our Pre-Health Professions Evaluation Committee provides thorough evaluations for your applications. Join us at UTulsa, where your ambition meets our dedication, paving the way to a successful career in the health professions.

Cannabis Studies

Discover the future of Cannabis in regulation, research, and business.

The Cannabis Studies minor at UTulsa offers a comprehensive foundation in the cannabis industry, covering governing laws, plant science and extracts, medicinal properties, plant cultivation and harvesting, and business and employment opportunities. This cutting-edge program provides students with hands-on experience and practical knowledge, guided by expert faculty at the forefront of cannabis research. Graduates will be well-prepared for a variety of career paths in this booming industry, including roles in regulation, research, and business. Join a supportive and inclusive community at UTulsa and gain the skills needed for a promising future in the cannabis industry.

Marketing

Shape and influence the ever-evolving landscape of global business by mastering the dynamic intersection of creativity, strategy, and consumer insights.

The University of Tulsa’s marketing degree program addresses the challenge of connecting products or services with consumers in a crowded marketplace by developing students’ communication, problem-solving, and creative skills. With specializations in global supply chain management and digital marketing and analytics, the program fosters creativity, strategy, and teamwork. Through hands-on experiences with local businesses, practical internships, and access to innovative spaces like Studio Blue, students gain a comprehensive understanding of marketing principles while also receiving exposure to other business areas, preparing them for success in the international marketplace.

Engineering Physics

Blend fundamental physics principles with engineering applications to tackle cutting-edge technological challenges of the future.

A degree in engineering physics combines the principles of physics with the practical applications of engineering, offering a comprehensive understanding of both fields. Graduates with this degree possess a unique skill set that enables them to bridge the gap between theoretical concepts and real-world engineering challenges. This interdisciplinary program equips students with the analytical and problem-solving skills necessary to tackle complex problems in areas such as materials science, electronics, and advanced technologies.

Economics

The key to understanding and shaping the world starts here.

Economics equips you for careers in business, nonprofit, academic, and government sectors by exploring how societies use resources to meet essential needs. Our department studies both orthodox and heterodox approaches, focusing on resource allocation, social conflict, and technology’s impact on society. With an emphasis on critical thinking and real-world application, economics develops your skills in market analysis, problem-solving, and economic theory. Economists play a crucial role in understanding and shaping economies in various industries.

Political Science

Explore themes of justice, rights, and the relationship between the state and the individual by connecting perennial ideas to contemporary challenges.

Delving into domestic and foreign politics by examining ideas and analyzing governments and political trends, our comprehensive programs focus on three core areas of strength: American politics, international studies, and legal theory. Under the mentorship of our expert faculty, through challenging courses and hands-on research, you will probe political problems and governance from all angles, leading you to develop creative, policy-based solutions. Combining theory and methods to study institutions, systems, and policies that make up public life, UTulsa encourages responsible and active citizenship with a wide range of professional opportunities and career paths to opt for.

Psychology

Become a conduit for social change by gaining invaluable insight into human behavior and the relationships we form, enhancing well-being and personal growth.

Psychology explores human nature’s social and biological aspects, stressing theoretical command and reasoning skills pivotal to processing and evaluating data, claims, and hypotheses that can benefit people in multiple ways. Our undergraduate programs offer a comprehensive introduction to this broad field.

Examining human behavior and brain function to detect emotional patterns and identify disorders, we teach the application of scientific methods to verify collaborative study results. Working in small groups, you will learn to conduct wide-ranging research in our state-of-the-art laboratories and interdisciplinary institutes. Under the supervision of our expert faculty, you will get hands-on training in differential community settings, enjoy student travel grants, and invaluable peer-to-peer networking opportunities that foster knowledge exchange and professional advancements.

Sociology

Understand the social forces that shape our world, and make an impact through your future career or personal contributions.

As a student of TU’s sociology program, you’ll explore the social institutions that shape our lives and develop analytical skills to solve complex social issues. You’ll also develop a wide range of skills that are valuable in the workplace and community organizations, including communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.

You’re encouraged to map out your own program of study that satisfies the department’s requirements while providing the flexibility and foundation for your future career aspirations. Students who major in sociology at TU often choose to study abroad or combine their studies with minors or second majors.

Anthropology

Shape the future of social sciences by studying cultures, bridging gaps, and acknowledging cross-cultural diversity.

Anthropology is the study of humans, past and present. Our interdisciplinary programs are devised around four traditional areas of anthropology: archaeology, cultural anthropology, biological (physical) anthropology, and linguistics. This allows you to grasp the complexity of cultures across history fully.

Developing your ability to comprehend and analyze theories, human cultures, and social groups will be at the core of your educational and personal development. Our expert faculty will support you on innovative research projects in UTulsa’s state-of-the-art laboratories and across field sites worldwide. You will have access to our world-class collections and archives, including the most extensive lithic raw material collection in the U.S., while learning to apply theory and methods to real-world problems.

Community & Public Health

Utilize classroom knowledge and clinical experience to become the next generation of healthcare providers.

Our integrative healthcare studies major, health sciences minor, and public health minor are designed to provide you with foundational knowledge and a broader understanding of universal concepts related to health and healthcare. It is recommended for those students from any major who plan to work in any aspect of healthcare and other clinically related topics. In high-tech classrooms and under the guidance of our supportive community of faculty and peers, the coursework required for this academic minor allows you to tailor the 12 required credit hours from a wide-ranging list of courses related to health and healthcare-related disciplines.

Chemistry & Biochemistry

Are you naturally curious and also have a love of numbers and analysis? Immerse yourself in this cutting-edge field that opens the doors to countless careers, both in the lab and out of it.

Our programs in chemistry and biochemistry strongly emphasize hands-on laboratory experience to encourage creativity and innovation. You will receive individual attention from our faculty and thrive in intimate learning environments where lab sessions rarely exceed 30 students.

Whether you are interested in law, medicine, pharmaceuticals or teaching, a chemistry or biochemistry degree prepares you for excellence in many disciplines. We are proud to offer one of the best-equipped programs of its size in the U.S., where you will have access to a wide variety of high-end field equipment equal to the facilities of big state schools.

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry offers bachelor of arts, bachelor of science, master of science, and doctor of philosophy degrees in chemistry. Students also can pursue a combined bachelor’s and master’s program to complete both degrees in five years.

Biomedical Engineering

Can you imagine applying technological advances to medicine? Learn to use engineering methods to solve complex medical problems.

Biomedical engineers have designed some of the most important medical devices used today – from pulse-regulating pacemakers to easy-to-use blood glucose monitors. The interdisciplinary structure of this minor allows you to explore a range of diverse courses in biology, computer science, chemistry, chemical engineering, electrical engineering, mathematics, mechanical engineering, and engineering physics. You will have a chance to make your mark by applying fundamental engineering principles to the areas of materials science, electronics, software development, and health equipment.

Biological Science

Our flexible degree options prepare you to fully grasp the challenges of this rapidly changing science and find solutions to questions that matter to you.

The flexible structure of our programs encourages students to immerse themselves in interdisciplinary areas of study and customize the curriculum to suit their education and career goals. You will develop cutting-edge research in various biological areas — from virology and microbiology to neuroscience, genetics, and beyond. Working in a close-knit, collaborative environment, you will receive personal advice from our faculty and work directly with your mentors in laboratories on state-of-the-art equipment that supports leading-edge microscopy, DNA analysis, and more.

Working on outdoor sites is integral to teaching and includes visits to ecological field sites such as the Oklahoma Cross Timbers and the Ozark Mountains. In addition to deepening your critical thinking and communication skills, we greatly emphasize student engagement. You will enrich your learning experience by joining a diverse student community.

Speech-Language Pathology

Combine academic coursework and practical experience to optimize the fundamental human activities of communication and swallowing. 

Our programs prepare you for meaningful careers in communication sciences and disorders. Supported by expert faculty who prioritize individualized learning, you will gain comprehensive training in developing and rehabilitating speech, language, and swallowing skills.

You will follow a sequence of basic science and pre-professional courses during your undergraduate study and participate in a practicum onsite during your senior year. Our master’s program combines academic coursework with in-depth practical experience in UTulsa’s speech and hearing clinic with subsequent practica at various off-campus facilities. UTulsa programs are designed to provide a strong academic and clinical foundation that allows you to expertly evaluate, treat and conduct research into human communication and swallowing disorders.

Nursing

Combine critical thinking with clinical training to master the skills that can change the lives of our communities.

For more than 50 years, our school has committed to teaching the best practices that advance the art and science of nursing. Our pre-licensure program combines a solid educational core that fosters critical thinking with clinical training incorporating the latest technology and protocols.

We offer individualized mentorship and experiential activities to prepare you to pass the nursing licensure exam (NCLEX) and join a thriving community of healthcare providers. Besides the regular, you can opt for a well-rounded online RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) program designed for RNs who want to take the next step in their career and fast-track the path to nursing leadership.

Neuroscience

Embark on a cross-disciplinary journey to unravel the mysteries of the brain.

This program provides a solid foundation for understanding the structure and function of the brain and nervous system. As a collaboration between multiple departments, you’ll be able to cross-connect insights encompassing biological science, biochemistry, psychology, and computer science. Learning in a supportive environment led by our expert faculty, you will have access to world-class laboratories and training in small classes. Together with motivated student peers, our program prepares you to face today’s rapidly changing scientific challenges.

Athletic Training

Join a dedicated community of inspiring athletic trainers and gain unique skills in the dynamic, exciting, and challenging healthcare field.

We offer two routes to obtaining your degree – a five-year accelerated bachelor’s to master’s program and a two-year post-baccalaureate master’s program. We prepare you to expertly prevent, evaluate, diagnose, and rehabilitate injuries and illnesses.

Students in the program will gain comprehensive experience under the direct supervision of our professional faculty and staff, all of whom are BOC and licensed athletic trainers. From national internships to working with highly regarded sports teams, our carefully devised programs combine academic coursework and hands-on practice to prepare you for entry-level positions in one of the fastest-growing careers in the U.S., according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Exercise & Sports Science

Improve health and performance across the lifespan through the scientific study and promotion of human movement.

Exercise and sports science practitioners provide healthcare, instructions, and performance enhancement techniques for the physically active population. Our comprehensive programs examine the effects of physical activity on the human body and grant you foundational knowledge and skills for this practice.

Under the guidance of our expert faculty, you will combine hands-on experience in our state-of-the-art facilities with invaluable research studies in your designated area of interest.

Mechanical Engineering

Combine in-depth analysis with hands-on discovery to bring needed solutions to tomorrow’s engineering issues.

UTulsa’s mechanical engineering programs provide courses rooted in mathematics and science, allowing you to foster and further your creative and analytical abilities, disciplined reasoning, communication skills, advanced technology knowledge, and sound ethics.

The structure of our curriculum and its interactive teaching methods help you sharpen your experimental prowess and expertly apply theory and practice to product design and development. Our department is renowned for its hands-on projects that serve local industry and community organizations while providing students at all levels with real-world experience. Led by our expert faculty, you will be encouraged and enabled to foster creativity with your peers and apply problem-solving techniques to innovative design projects and practical laboratory experiments.