Canisius University offers undergraduate curricula leading to the degrees of Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Science (BS), and Associate of Arts (AA) in the majors and/or concentrations as listed below. Each program is listed with the official approved title and HEGIS number by which it is registered with the New York State Education Department. Enrollment in programs other than those that are registered or otherwise approved may jeopardize a student’s eligibility for certain student-aid awards. The programs are as follows:
Arts and Sciences - Associate of Arts Degree
Undergraduate Programs
| Program |
Number |
| Humanities |
5649.00 |
| Social Sciences |
5622.00 |
ARTS AND SCIENCES — certificate
Undergraduate Programs
| Program |
Number |
| Applied Physics |
1902.00 |
Arts and Sciences — Bachelor of Arts Degree
Undergraduate Programs
| Program |
Number |
| Anthrozoology |
0499.00 |
| Creative Writing |
1507.00 |
| English |
1501.00 |
| Environmental Studies |
2299.00 |
| History |
2205.00 |
| Humanities |
4903.00 |
| International Relations |
2210.00 |
| Mathematics |
1701.00 |
| Philosophy |
1509.00 |
| Physics |
1902.00 |
| Political Science |
2207.00 |
| Psychology |
2001.00 |
| Sociology |
2208.00 |
| Spanish |
1105.00 |
| Strategic Communication |
0601.00 |
Arts and Sciences — Bachelor of Science Degree
Undergraduate Programs
| Program |
Number |
| Animal Behavior, Ecology and Conservation |
0407.00 |
| Anthrozoology |
0499.00 |
| Biochemistry |
0414.00 |
| Biology |
0401.00 |
| Chemistry |
1905.00 |
| Clinical Laboratory Science |
1223.00 |
| Computer Science |
0701.00 |
| Criminal Justice |
2105.00 |
| Data Science |
0799.00 |
| Digital Media Arts |
0605.00 |
| Environmental Science |
0420.00 |
| Integrated Marketing and Communication |
0699.00 |
| Journalism |
0602.00 |
| Mathematics |
1701.00 |
| Physics |
1902.00 |
| Psychology |
2001.00 |
| Social Sciences-General |
2201.00 |
| Specialized Studies |
4903.00 |
Education and Human Services — Bachelor of Arts Degree
Undergraduate Programs
| Program |
Number |
| Adolescence Education: Spanish 7-12 |
1105.01 |
Education and Human Services — Bachelor of Science Degree
Undergraduate Programs
| Program |
Number |
| Adolescence Education: Biology 7-12 |
0401.00 |
| Adolescence Education: English 7-12 |
1501.01 |
| Adolescence Education: Mathematics 7-12 |
1701.01 |
| Adolescence Education: Social Studies 7-12 |
2201.01 |
| Childhood (1-6) Education/TESOL (K-12) |
0802.00 |
| Health and Wellness |
1299.30 |
| Human Services |
2101.00 |
| Physical Education |
0835.00 |
| Physical Education/Health Education |
0835.00 |
| Physical Education Sport Pedagogy |
1299.30 |
| Professional and Technical Studies |
4999.00 |
| Special Education (All Grades)/Childhood Education |
0808.00 |
| Sport and Exercise Health Care |
1299.00 |
Wehle School of Business - Bachelor of Arts Degree
Undergraduate Programs
| Program |
Number |
| Economics |
2204.00 |
Wehle School of Business – Bachelor of Science Degree
Undergraduate Programs
| Program |
Number |
| Accounting |
0502.00 |
| Accounting Information Systems |
0502.00 |
| Business |
0501.00 |
| Business Economics |
0517.00 |
| Entrepreneurship |
0506.00 |
| Finance |
0504.00 |
| International Business |
0513.00 |
| Management |
0506.00 |
| Marketing |
0509.00 |
| Professional Accounting (150 hour Program) |
0502.00 |
| Sport Management |
0599.00 |
Pre-Professional Programs
Canisius University offers pre-professional training for students wishing to pursue a graduate degree in a number of professions. More detail is available in the pre-professional programs page of the catalog. Programs and/or concentrations are available in the following areas:
- Pharmacy 2+41
- Osteopathic Medicine1
- Dental Medicine1
- Pre-Medicine
- Pre-Dentistry
- Pre-Law
- Pre-Veterinary
- Pre-Pharmacy
- Pre-Engineering
Undergraduate Dual Degree Programs
Canisius University offers 3+2 Dual Degree Program in Physics and Engineering with the University at Buffalo (UB), and a dual degree program in physics and engineering with Pennsylvania State University at Erie, The Behrend College.
Students begin the program at Canisius and complete three years, or the equivalent, studying liberal arts courses in addition to pre-engineering courses in the basic sciences. Upon completion of the first three years and with a recommendation from Canisius, students then enter University at Buffalo or Pennsylvania State for two years to complete the engineering courses required there, with articulation agreements in place to ensure a smooth transfer process.
Students who complete one of the dual degree programs receive two bachelor’s degrees, one from Canisius in physics, and one in an engineering discipline (UB – Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, Aerospace and Penn State — Mechanical) from the partner school.
Dual Degree Programs
Canisius University also offers Dual Degree programs in a number of areas. These programs allow for the completion of a bachelor’s degree in four years, followed by a master’s degree in approximately one year. These programs are as follows:
- A Dual Degree program leading to a Master of Business Administration degree is offered for students majoring in business and a number of majors in the College of Arts and Sciences.
- A Dual Degree program leading to a Master of Business Administration degree in Accounting to students majoring in Accounting. This dual degree program meets the requirement for 150 hours for certification as a NYS CPA (certified public accountant).
- A Dual Degree program leading to a Masters of Science in Education (MSEd) for students who major in Biology, Chemistry, English, History, and Mathematics.
