Program Finder
At Alvernia University, passion meets purpose.
Choose from over 60 majors, minors, and programs to build your future. Not sure yet? Our expert advisors and resources support undecided students—many graduate on time, with some even earning double majors. Use our program finder to explore what inspires you.
More than 120,000 physical therapists are licensed in the U.S., treating nearly 1 million people every day. Alvernia University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program aspires to develop “ethical leaders with moral courage,” prepared to assume a leadership role in addressing the health-related concerns society faces. Alvernia’s DPT program utilizes a state-of-the art facility, featuring Anatomage Virtual Dissection tables, a research lab with motion analysis system, a real-time ultrasound unit, a split-belt treadmill, surface electromyography and accelerometers.
More than 120,000 physical therapists are licensed in the U.S., treating nearly 1 million people every day. Alvernia University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program aspires to develop “ethical leaders with moral courage,” prepared to assume a leadership role in addressing the health-related concerns society faces. Alvernia’s DPT program utilizes a state-of-the art facility, featuring Anatomage Virtual Dissection tables, a research lab with motion analysis system, a real-time ultrasound unit, a split-belt treadmill, surface electromyography and accelerometers.
More than 120,000 physical therapists are licensed in the U.S., treating nearly 1 million people every day. Alvernia University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program aspires to develop “ethical leaders with moral courage,” prepared to assume a leadership role in addressing the health-related concerns society faces. Alvernia’s DPT program utilizes a state-of-the art facility, featuring Anatomage Virtual Dissection tables, a research lab with motion analysis system, a real-time ultrasound unit, a split-belt treadmill, surface electromyography and accelerometers.
Pennsylvania is home to professional sports teams, NCAA colleges and a strong healthcare network, offering plentiful internships, clinical placements and networking opportunities for students in athletic training degree programs. At Alvernia University, athletic training students benefit from these resources while gaining an education that combines hands-on experience, expert mentorship and a supportive community.
Theological study long has attempted to address the most profound questions of existence and the meaning of the human religious experience. Theology courses ask these questions with attention to the universally human and particular focus on the Judeo-Christian tradition. A major in theology prepares students for further work in academe or seminary and can serve to complement another major. A minor in the discipline provides students with greater knowledge of religious questions.
In the Alvernia University tradition, theatre students learn the importance of diversity of thought, faiths and cultures. Students are challenged to shape and transform the world as ethical leaders, concerned citizens and caring members of the greater community.
Alvernia’s Early Childhood Education (PK-4) and Special Education (PK-12) Certifications dual major unlocks an unlimited career potential. The program prepares teachers for preschool through Grade 4 and special education teachers in public and private educational institutions. The program is approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. The dual certification allows program graduates to work as:
• Elementary educators (preschool though Grade 4)
• Special education teachers and learning support specialists (preschool though Grade 12)
in public and private educational institutions.
Alvernia's biology program and its enthusiastic faculty are dedicated to providing students with a framework to excel in any biological field. Students work closely with faculty to develop critical thinking skills and analytical techniques to be successful in their future careers as scientists. The laboratory spaces expose students to equipment and instrumentation for examining cells and tissues, isolating and manipulating DNA and protein, growing and analyzing microbes, and analyzing metabolites in plants and other organisms.
Biology majors can also enter into the 3+2 Physician Associate Program and have the opportunity to complete a bachelor’s and master’s degree in 5 years.
Are you a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) ready to take your career to the next level? Alvernia University’s COTA-to-MSOT Bridge Program provides a seamless pathway from your Associate Degree to a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) through the Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Science. This bridge program is designed specifically for licensed OTAs who want to become occupational therapists.
Communication is at the heart of our human interaction, and a necessity in an increasingly networked world. The speed at which we connect and the sheer volume of communication made possible every day through advancing technology and innovation is nothing short of revolutionary. Communication is an excellent choice for students skilled at writing, public speaking, performing and fine arts, graphic design, marketing and social media, and offers career possibilities in virtually every industry.