The document outlines the degree programs and minors offered at Dillard University for the 2011-2012 academic year. It describes the majors, minors, concentrations, and dual-degree programs available through the College of Arts and Sciences (including programs in STEM fields, humanities, and social sciences), the College of Business, the College of Professional Studies (including nursing, public health, and mass communication programs), and general education requirements. Dual-degree programs allow students to receive degrees from both Dillard University and a partner institution.

1. Dillard University
College of Arts and Sciences
Degree Programs and Minors
2011-2012
School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM)
Majors and Minors in:
Chemistry
Mathematics with Concentrations in:
Actuary Science
Applied Mathematics
Biology
*Dual-Degree Programs with: Boston University School of Medicine, Meharry
Medical College School of Medicine, Meharry Medical College School of
Medicine, New York College of Podiatric Medicine, and Ohio College of
Medicine
Physics with Concentrations in:
Electrical, Mechanical, and Civil
Computer Engineering
Chemical Engineering
*Dual-Degree Programs with: University of New Orleans, Tulane University,
Columbia University and Georgia Institute of Technology, Texas Chiropractic
College
Computer Science with Concentrations in:
Computer Information Systems
Scientific Technology
Department of Humanities
Majors and Minors in:
English
Visual Arts
Music with Concentrations in:
Music Industry
Voice Performance

2. Theatre
Theatre with Concentrations in:
Performance
Technology
Department of Social Sciences
Majors and Minors in:
History
Political Science
Sociology with Concentrations in:
Criminal Justice
Social Work
Psychology
Urban Studies and Public Policy
*Dual-Degree Program with University of New Orleans

3. *Dual Degree Program: Student will receive an undergraduate degree from Dillard University and another
undergraduate degree or a master’s degree from the participating institution.
College of Business
Degree Programs and Minors
2011-2012
Department of Accounting and Financial Economics
Majors and Minors in:
Accounting
Financial Economics
Department of Business Administration
Major and Minor in:
Business Administration with Concentrations in:
Business Management
Marketing
International Business

4. College of Professional Studies
Degree Programs and Minors
2011-2012
School of Nursing
**Nursing
School of Public Health
Public Health with Concentrations in:
Health Systems Management
*Dual Degree Program with Tulane School of Public Health and Tropical
Medicine Community Health and with the Louisiana State University Health
Sciences Center
Health Sciences (Concentrations)
Pre-Physical Therapy
Pre-Occupational Therapy
School of Mass Communication
Major and Minor in:
Mass Communication with Concentrations
Multimedia Journalism
Public Relations
Film
*Dual Degree Program: Student will receive an undergraduate degree from Dillard University and another
undergraduate degree or a master’s degree from the participating institution.

5. **Students enter the major taking pre-nursing courses until accepted into the Nursing program. There are also
courses of study Registered Nurses (RN) to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
College of General Studies
2011-2012
General Education Core
First Year Seminar
World Languages
Literature
African Diaspora
English
Humanities/Visual & Performing Arts
Social Sciences
Natural Sciences
Mathematics
Physical Education
Social/Behavioral Sciences
Economics
Convocation
Continuing Education
Evening Courses
Blended/Hybrid Courses
Honors Program
First Year Seminar
Study Abroad
Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) Critical and Integrative Thinking
Learning Communities (Student Engagement)
Co-Curricular Activities
Community Service and Service Learning
First Year Experience
First Year Seminar
Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) Critical and Integrative Thinking
Learning Communities (Student Engagement)
Co-Curricular Activities
Community Service and Service Learning
Supplemental Instruction
Second-Fourth Year Experiences
Learning Communities in the Major
Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) Critical and Integrative Thinking
Co-Curricular Activities
Community Service and Service Learning
Internships

6. Undergraduate Research