Majors

All programs contain cross-disciplinary elements and explore some of the most exciting areas of current research.

A student's major will focus and organize their studies year by year, resulting in a bachelor's degree in their major field. Each major holds its own list of required courses and related activities. Speak to your faculty advisor about when and how to choose a major. Though it isn't required, many students build on their education by also choosing a minor—or two—or a second major in a different field. Each option brings its own additional academic requirements as well as valuable experience and expertise. Each academic program page notes whether a major or minor is available, and requirements can be found in the academic catalog.

Academics

Wells College has an integrative liberal arts curriculum designed to prepare students for the leadership roles they will assume in all areas of life in the 21st century. These majors, which drive a student's education and ground it within a specific discipline or specialization, share traits, practices, and social space with other disciplines in the real world and on campus.

Learn more about Wells' major programs:

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Biological and Chemical Sciences
Biology
Business
Chemistry
Computer Science
Criminal Justice
Economics and Management: Concentrations in Economics and Management
Education: Inclusive Childhood
English: Concentrations in Literature and Creative Writing
Environmental Science
Health Sciences (a.k.a. Biological Sciences: Health Sciences)
History
Individualized Major
International Studies
Mathematics
Philosophy
Physics
Political Science
Psychology
Sociology and Anthropology
Spanish
Sustainability
Theatre
Visual Arts: Concentrations in Art History, Studio Art and Book Arts
Women's and Gender Studies

Additionally, students learn specialized, relevant courses within our:

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