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Majors and Minors

Already know what you want to study? Chances are you will find it at Cleveland State. And if you haven't made up your mind yet, we offer a world of possibilities to explore. You're sure to find the major that suits your interests and talents.

What will you study?

With over 175 career-building programs available, we make achieving your goals more accessible. Search our wide range of programs below to find the bachelor’s or master’s degree, certificate, minor or accelerated program that best fits your needs.

Psychology Minor
Psychology Minor

Format: On Campus

Deepen your understanding of human behavior, mental processes and the factors that influence them to prepare for a career in counseling, social work, human resources and research. The minor consists of 21 credit hours.

Psychology Specialist, School Psychology, PsyS
Psychology Specialist, School Psychology, PsyS

Format: On Campus

Engage in faculty research and gain hands-on experience in school-based intervention practices and social competence promotion. Upon graduation, you will be eligible for school psychologist credentials from the Ohio Department of Education and the Nationally Certified School Psychologist designation.

Psychology, BA
Psychology, BA

Format: On Campus

Prepare to excel in the areas of business or social services, or gain the foundational knowledge to continue your studies in a graduate program to become a college professor or clinical psychologist. Learn to apply a broad range of psychological concepts that describe and explain the thoughts, emotions and behaviors of humans and animals, apply basic statistical concepts, create psychological research designs and evaluate psychological research.

Psychology, MA
Psychology, MA

Format: On Campus

Focus on research design, analysis and substantive research areas within psychological science. Engage in individual research experiences culminating in the completion of a master's thesis, to develop expertise in a specific research area. Faculty expertise in this program spans memory processes, decision-making, perception, language processes, human performances, motor control and research methodology.

Public Administration, Accelerated Master's BA/MPA
Public Administration, Accelerated Master's BA/MPA

Format: On Campus

Earn your undergraduate and graduate degrees in public administration in just five years (depending on your course load). Develop skills in legal research, analysis and writing, as well as policy analysis, strategic planning and public management to prepare for a career in government, nonprofit organizations and the legal field.

College of Graduate Studies

Prepare to advance your career, expand your expertise, and make a meaningful, lasting impact through our comprehensive and forward-thinking graduate programs.

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Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Honors College

Offers an academically challenging curriculum and comprehensive leadership training for high-achieving, intellectually curious students.

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Career Development & Exploration

Our staff is passionate about empowering you as you develop and recognize your strengths and the unique talent you bring to the workplace. We’ll work with you to prepare you for the world of work—and will help you understand the power of your own story and how to leverage your networks.