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.
A 2024 study by the International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC2) found that the number of cybersecurity jobs worldwide - 5.8 million - stayed the same, while the shortage of workers - 4.8 million - grew by 19%, dwarfing other job markets. The field is projected to keep growing because malicious actors are always evolving their tactics and procedures.
Taught by industry professionals, Alvernia’s cybersecurity major focuses on current and future threats affecting individuals, networks and infrastructures. Coursework is specifically designed to prepare students for employment in the private and government sectors. Students interested in cybersecurity might also consider the data science and…
Alvernia University and GoggleWorks Center for the Arts partner to offer a unique approach for creativity, innovation and critical thinking.
The exploratory program is designed to help first-year students uncover their true talents, explore the curriculum, and make informed decisions about their academic path based on their values, aspirations, and career interests. We are committed to providing close guidance throughout the exploration process by offering:
• Coursework
• One-on-one advising
• Experiential and volunteer opportunities
• Workshops that support students’ growth
Alvernia University’s Data Science major focuses on teaching students how to extract, manipulate, analyze, visualize, and disseminate data. Students in the program work with real-world datasets in subject areas such as finance, economics, geography, and healthcare. The Data Science major combines techniques and knowledge from many fields including computer science and mathematics.
Love science and health care, but not sure nursing or med school is your path? A career in Medical Laboratory Science might be the perfect fit! Medical laboratory scientists are the detectives of health care — working behind the scenes to uncover answers that guide patient treatment. With this degree, you’ll be prepared for an exciting and versatile career in:
• Hospitals and clinics
• Research labs and public health
• Forensic science and biotechnology
• Pharmaceutical and commercial labs
Alvernia's Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics prepares graduates with comprehensive analytical, managerial, and leadership skills to address the challenges of modern businesses through innovative thinking, ethical decision-making, and a commitment to lifelong learning.
Program Delivery Note: For undergraduate day students in the program, the six courses specific to business analytics are fully online while general education and business core courses will remain in person.
With an over-burdened global health-care system, an increasing number of multi-drug resistant microbes, terrorism, and competition over dwindling planetary resources, life on earth will face some major challenges. Alvernia University strives to give students not just technical knowledge but insight and guidance about how science should be applied for the good of humanity and the betterment of society. As a Franciscan University, we are especially positioned to coordinate such goals.
Defined as science that is used for purposes of the law, forensic science is an exciting and fascinating field for students who have a strong interest in chemistry and biology. Forensic scientists work closely with investigators, attorneys and others to discover, analyze and deliver evidence during criminal investigations. As a forensic science major at Alvernia, you’ll develop the knowledge and skills necessary to work in a modern crime lab in your hometown, or at the regional, state or federal level. Alvernia's program prepares students for a life of personal and professional integrity grounded in a commitment to serving others, enhancing understanding that science can provide vital information to make the world a better, safer…
Students who enjoy science and math and are interested in pursuing a science-related career may find general science to be an ideal major. Alvernia’s program offers students insight into the intellectual and philosophical natures of science, and helps them develop the ability to select, adopt, evaluate and employ strategies and materials. Students will acquire a broad background in the sciences, enabling them to develop skills that relate to a variety of topics, ideas and experiences. The curriculum includes biology, chemistry, physics and earth science, teaching how science intersects with society.
Courses are taught in the O’Pake Science Center, featuring two floors of laboratory and classroom space. As a General Science…
Alvernia University’s Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education with Grades PK-4 Certification prepares teachers for preschool through Grade 4 in public and private educational institutions. The program is approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
The program leads to a Bachelor of Arts degree and the Pennsylvania Instructional I Certificate in Grades PK-4. Students may expand their certification to the middle-school level by taking an additional certification exam. This teacher preparation program is approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.