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Degrees and Academic Programs

With degrees that span in-demand fields like health care, supply chain, business administration, and the social sciences, Penn State Shenango has a variety of 4- and 2-year majors, minors, and certificates to help you prepare for a rewarding career. 

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Baccalaureate degree options

Typically completed in four years, a respected baccalaureate degree from Penn State helps our alumni thrive in competitive job markets. 

  • Business Accounting
  • Business Management and Marketing
  • Corporate Communication
  • Criminal Justice (B.A. and B.S)
  • Cybersecurity Analytics and Operations
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  • Human Development and Family Studies
  • Human Development and Family Studies with educator credential
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  • Nursing, R.N. and B.S.N. in four years
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Start 275+ Penn State majors here

Some students choose to remain at Penn State Shenango for all four years, while others spend their first two years here, then transition to another campus for their remaining two years. We call it the 2+2 plan, and it’s the most common path to a Penn State degree. More than 60% of Penn State students begin at a Commonwealth campus.

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Exploratory Pre-Major

Division of Undergraduate Studies is a pre-major designation to identify students who have not yet settled on a path. Often referred to as “undecided” or “exploratory,” students in this designation work with advisers to explore degrees, engage in the campus community, and achieve academic success while deciding on their Penn State story.

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Associate degrees

With an expedited two year structure, earn an associate degree that is career focused to help you move to the next chapter of your life or use it as a gateway to a Penn State bachelor's degree. 

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Minors

Enhance your Penn State degree with specialized knowledge that compliments your major and helps you pursue personal interests. 

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    • Human Development and Family Studies
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    Certificates

    Penn State undergraduate certificate programs are designed to be a convenient way to take a few courses to gain professional skills, or to jumpstart entering a degree program.

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