Corban University
Majors & Programs
Corban offers a wide variety of undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs, both on campus and online. Every program combines academic excellence with Christian principles and purpose, integrating a biblical worldview in every class. No matter which program you choose, you will be prepared to make a difference in your career and community.
DEPARTMENT OF HUMANITIES
| Communication Behind every successful idea, business endeavor, and cause is someone who is telling its story. In Corban’s communication program, you’ll learn how to tell compelling stories through a variety of media, from writing to speaking to the arts. Learn how to craft powerful communication about the stories behind people, products, ideas, and organizations. LEARN MORE: |
| Creative Writing Revel in your love for writing as you refine your craft. Whether you’re pursuing a career as a writer or want to improve your writing ability for a variety of other settings, creative writing will help you become more adept with language. LEARN MORE: |
| English Study great literature alongside expert faculty. Refine your analytical skills, and further develop your ability to write well and with Christian discernment. Cultivate your love of language, all in the company of other avid poets, novelists, scholars, artists, and literary entrepreneurs. If this sounds exciting, then consider yourself warmly invited to join our eclectic community. LEARN MORE: |
| General Studies (A.A.) |
| Humanities Become a well-rounded Christian intellectual. Refine your capacity to write, speak, and think well, and further develop your ability to think creatively. Pursue questions about truth and beauty. Pursue wisdom, and do so within a lively community of philosophers, writers, artists, and scholars. LEARN MORE: |
| Interdisciplinary Studies Design your own customized major with Corban’s interdisciplinary studies option. If you have specific career goals that require strong knowledge in more than one area of study, this is a great option for you. LEARN MORE: |
| Interdisciplinary Studies (Online) Corban’s online interdisciplinary program is the ideal solution if you have specific career goals that require strong knowledge in more than one area of study, or if you have already completed a significant amount of coursework toward another degree. LEARN MORE: |
| Journalism In today’s culture, information is more accessible than ever before. However, trustworthy, unbiased reporting has become harder to find. Learn how to be a positive force in the world of journalism and reporting in Corban’s journalism program. LEARN MORE: |
| Liberal Arts The liberal arts degree challenges you to develop the skills necessary to be successful in any number of professions that require curiosity, agility, critical thinking, strong communication skills, cultural literacy, and a holistic worldview, among many other skills. LEARN MORE: |
| Media Arts As the world becomes increasingly driven by media, every organization has a growing need for media-related skills. The world of social media has created new challenges and opportunities for creative expression as ministries and organizations seek to reach the right people with the right message. LEARN MORE: |
| Music In Corban’s music program, you’ll be equipped to perform with excellence as you use your musical talents to enrich the world around you and reflect God’s creativity through education, entertainment, or worship—or all three! LEARN MORE: |
| Music Education Music provides an outlet for positive creative expression, especially for young people discovering who they are and who they want to become. In Corban’s music education program, you’ll be equipped to step into the classroom and open the world of music to students of all ages, from the basics of Do-Re-Mi and rhythm to advanced choral and instrumental skills. LEARN MORE: |
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS
| Agriculture Science Our immersive and hands-on agriculture science program will prepare you to be a competent agricultural or scientific professional, committed to discovering solutions to some of the world’s most pressing agricultural problems. LEARN MORE: |
| Biokinetics (pre-physical therapy) The biokinetics degree provides you with the background to pursue a career in physical therapy or occupational therapy. This degree is particularly suited for students who intend to go onto graduate school. LEARN MORE: |
| Biology In Corban’s biology program, you’ll study the amazing intricacies of the living organisms and systems that make up our world. From medicine to veterinary science to ecology and environmentalism, dozens of fields require knowledge and competence in the biological sciences. LEARN MORE: |
| Biomedical Sciences (pre-med/pre-vet) Corban’s pre-professional biomedical sciences degree gives students the foundation to excel in a variety of medical careers. Prepare for grad school and your career with Corban’s rigorous, cutting-edge coursework and focused MCAT prep. LEARN MORE: |
| Computer Science Businesses and organizations need people who can understand, manage, and even create systems—whether that’s a network security system or the software behind a user-friendly app. In Corban’s computer science program, you’ll learn how to use computer systems to make people’s lives better: maximizing profit, identifying target audiences, protecting valuable information, or making processes happen quicker and more efficiently. LEARN MORE: |
| Health Science (A.S.) (pre-nursing) Corban University offers a nursing program in partnership with George Fox University. Earn your two-year Associate of Science in Health Science (pre-nursing) from Corban and then continue on with your education. LEARN MORE: |
| Kinesiology: Applied Kinesiology Turn your passion for wellness, athletic performance, and fitness into a career that encourages optimal living. LEARN MORE: |
| Kinesiology: Sports & Recreation Because of the strong emphasis on human movement, the kinesiology major provides outstanding preparation for a variety of athletic training, sports performance, recreation, and fitness careers. LEARN MORE: |
| Mathematics Corban’s mathematics program will equip you to bring logical thinking, attention to detail, and advanced problem-solving to a variety of careers. LEARN MORE: |
| Master of Leadership in Kinesiology From health and fitness to sports and recreation, kinesiology is a rapidly-growing field, and current trends in the industry suggest that kinesiology professionals need more business knowledge. LEARN MORE: |
HOFF SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
| Business (A.A.) |
| Accounting Accounting is one way you can use your analytical mind and attention to detail to make a difference. Whether you’re interested in public accounting, corporate accounting, or wealth management, you’ll be equipped to excel in the accounting profession. LEARN MORE: |
| Accounting (Online) This program delivers a well-rounded business degree to equip you to lead and connect with people while also focusing on the technical aspects of financial management. LEARN MORE: |
| Agribusiness The demand for skilled, educated, innovative, and technology-driven leaders in the field of agriculture is growing exponentially. LEARN MORE: |
| Business Analytics Data is the lifeblood of the digital economy, and every organization is scrambling to use their data. Why? Because quality information facilitates quality decision-making. LEARN MORE: |
| Leadership Management Prepare to engage the business world as a leader of integrity and compassion, managing people and processes wisely and effectively. LEARN MORE: |
| Leadership Management (Online) This concentration is ideal for people who are passionate leaders, communicators, employees, employers, non-profit developers, community organizers or business owners. Prepare to engage the business world as a leader of integrity and compassion, managing people and processes wisely and effectively. LEARN MORE: |
| Marketing Explore the dynamics of communicating to a marketplace, researching market needs and desires, analyzing consumer behavior, and developing a communication plan using social media. LEARN MORE: |
| Marketing (Online) The field of marketing lets you develop both your creativity and your business savvy by creating and communicating the look, voice and brand of a company or ministry. LEARN MORE: |
| Sports & Recreation Management Turn your passion for sports and recreation into an exciting career working with athletes and recreationists. LEARNA MORE: |
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) Corban’s one-year, online MBA program is designed to empower you with training and techniques you can use immediately. Whether you are already a business executive, ministry director, supervisor, or entrepreneur, or if you are working toward a leadership position, the Hoff MBA will equip you for success. LEARN MORE: |
| Master of Business Intelligence & Analytics Through the MBIA, you will learn how to transform data into useful information for decision making by mining, preparing, analyzing, and visually presenting data. LEARN MORE: |
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
| Biology Education In Corban’s secondary education program, you’ll be equipped to change the lives of young people as you educate them in a range of disciplines, all while showing that you care about their personal, mental, and spiritual wellbeing. LEARN MORE: |
| Elementary Education Our elementary education program, you’ll be equipped to enter the classroom with confidence. Experienced faculty will guide you through classroom management techniques, education theory, and more. LEARN MORE: |
| Health Education In Corban’s secondary education program, you’ll be equipped to change the lives of young people as you educate them in a range of disciplines, all while showing that you care about their personal, mental, and spiritual wellbeing. LEARN MORE: |
| Language Arts Education In Corban’s secondary education program, you’ll be equipped to change the lives of young people as you educate them in a range of disciplines, all while showing that you care about their personal, mental, and spiritual wellbeing. LEARN MORE: |
| Mathematics Education In Corban’s secondary education program, you’ll be equipped to change the lives of young people as you educate them in a range of disciplines, all while showing that you care about their personal, mental, and spiritual wellbeing. LEARN MORE: |
| Physical Education & Health In Corban’s secondary education program, you’ll be equipped to change the lives of young people as you educate them in a range of disciplines, all while showing that you care about their personal, mental, and spiritual wellbeing. LEARN MORE: |
| Social Studies Education In Corban’s secondary education program, you’ll be equipped to change the lives of young people as you educate them in a range of disciplines, all while showing that you care about their personal, mental, and spiritual wellbeing. LEARN MORE: |
| Paraprofessional Educator (A.A.) This program prepares you to work in a variety of roles in an elementary, secondary, or school district setting. You might provide one-on-one attention to students who need extra help, assist teachers with classroom prep and classroom management, or work in school administration offices or school libraries. LEARN MORE: |
| Master of Science in Education (M.S.Ed.) Master of Science in Education will allow you to experience classes with other teachers who understand the challenges and rewards of leading in today’s classrooms. Whether you are a first-year teacher or have 20 years of experience in the classroom, you will be challenged and encouraged through coursework that is relevant to the changing world of education. LEARN MORE: |
| Graduate Teacher Licensure Whether teaching is a goal you’ve always wanted to pursue or a second career you’re ready to dive into, Corban’s Graduate Teacher Licensure (GTL) program will prepare you to teach any age group from early childhood to high school in a public or private school setting. LEARN MORE: |
SCHOOL OF MINISTRY
| Biblical–Theological Studies Dive deep into academic study of the Bible and theology, growing in your personal faith as you examine the foundational truths of Christianity. LEARN MORE: |
| Christian Ministry If you feel led to serve as a pastor, ministry leader or church staff member, this degree will provide biblically-based, culturally-relevant training and practical experience to help you identify and effectively use your unique gifts. Your training will focus on discipleship, teaching Scripture, and ministry leadership. LEARN MORE: |
| Intercultural Education Be equipped to teach Bible and other subjects in international or cross-cultural settings where education can literally change lives. LEARN MORE: |
| Intercultural Studies Prepare to reach the world for Christ, sharing God’s love and the life-giving truth of the gospel. You’ll receive training on cultural sensitivity, cross-cultural adaptation, language learning, and intercultural communications, plus practical experience to tie it all together. LEARN MORE: |
| Kairos: Ministry + Master of Divinity With the KAIROS Accelerated Master of Divinity, you can get started on the adventure of ministry sooner than you think. In just five years, you can finish your bachelor’s and your M.Div. Traditional bachelor’s and M.Div. programs would take you 7-9 years to complete. LEARN MORE: |
| Worship Leadership |
| Master of Arts in Christian Leadership The Master of Arts in Christian Leadership offers a balance of ministry, Bible and theology courses to give you the preparation you need in theological understanding, biblical truth and practical ministry experience. LEARN MORE: |
| Master of Divinity (M.Div.) The M.Div. program is designed to give you the tools you need to accurately interpret Scripture within its historical, geographical and cultural background and to apply it to your current ministry’s context, location and cultural demands. LEARN MORE: |
| Doctor of Ministry in Strategic Leadership (D.Min.) The Doctor of Ministry in Strategic Leadership will help you develop a deeper understanding of biblical leadership and expand your capacity as a leader. Building on the foundation of a master’s degree and your vocational ministry experience, the program provides advanced study in personal and ministry formation. LEARN MORE: |
SCHOOL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES
| Counseling Psychology If you’re passionate about building relationships, interacting with others, and making a difference, you’ll feel right at home as part of the counseling psychology program at Corban University. LEARN MORE: |
| Criminal Justice The criminal justice profession is looking for dedicated, hardworking, and ethical men and women to fill the ongoing need for professionals in this challenging field. As a criminal justice professional, you will handle situations involving people who are often at a low point in their lives, whether victims of crime, suspects, or others in need of your help LEARN MORE: |
| Forensic Psychology Forensic psychology combines criminal justice and psychology into a unique field where you will study the psychology behind criminal behavior—and help prevent it. By applying psychological science to legal matters, you can assist judges and juries in determining criminal responsibility and punishment. LEARN MORE |
| History As a history major at Corban University, you’ll learn how to study the events, people, and places of history in order to better understand the modern human condition. LEARN MORE: |
| Political Science Corban’s political science program equips students to be politically-engaged, intentional Christian thought leaders in today’s society. LEARN MORE: |
| Psychology: Counseling Psychology (Online) If you’re passionate about connecting with and serving others, Corban’s online psychology program will equip you with effective tools for a meaningful career. LEARN MORE: |
| Psychology: Family Studies (Online) Family Studies graduates are prepared to work in a variety of human services occupations as case managers, rehab specialists, career counselors and more, or as church staff in family ministry positions. Family Studies students are also equipped to continue on to graduate school to pursue social work, counseling, or other psychology-related careers. LEARN MORE: |
| Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Corban’s Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling is more than a degree or a “next step” in your education. The Master’s in Counseling is a comprehensive, CACREP-accredited program that lays the foundation for you to be an effective Licensed Professional Counselor. LEARN MORE: |
| Master of Public Administration (MPA) Corban’s Master of Public Administration (MPA) is an accredited program built to equip leaders working in the public sector in the U.S. or abroad, at the federal, state, or local level. All areas of government need leaders educated to administer public funds, policies, and programs with excellence and integrity. LEARN MORE: |
| Master of Public Safety Administration (MPSA) Corban’s Master of Public Safety Administration (MPSA) is an accredited program for individuals looking to take the next step in their career in public safety and leadership. This educational opportunity provides an online option for obtaining your degree while you continue to serve your community, setting you up for increased income and giving you an edge when competing for a new position or promotion. LEARN MORE: |