Indiana Tech College of Arts and Sciences Online Viewbook
ENGAGEMENT IN THE WORLD STARTS HERE.
Study IT. Discuss IT. Influence IT.
Are
you fueled by creating change and helping others?
A degree from Indiana Tech’s College of Arts and Sciences will help you turn that passion into a career.
We’ll teach you how to think critically, become a stronger communicator, improve your interpersonal skills and learn how to apply knowledge from various disciplines— essential skills that are beneficial in any career path you choose.
Whether your focus is on behavioral or social sciences, helping professions, media fields, natural science or law enforcement, you’ll find a program that will open your eyes—and doors—to opportunity.
Learn what a degree from our College of Arts and Sciences can do for you:
FOCUSED ON YOUR SUCCESS
Through a variety of resources, we are committed to helping you achieve your full potential and succeed in your academic and professional endeavors.
Indiana Tech believes in the power of internships.
They give you real-world work experience, add to your resume and help you build a professional network. Indiana Tech’s Career Center will help you find an internship through coaching, fairs and in-class presentations. Our career coaches are available to help you learn more.
Faculty: Standing by, ready to help.
Our faculty always has time for you, with frequent office hours to answer questions, review new topics and have one-onone discussions about projects and internships. They’ll personally guide you as you develop your skills and pursue your career.
15 AVERAGE NUMBER OF STUDENTS IN AN INDIANA TECH CLASSROOM
95% OF GRADUATES ARE EMPLOYED FULL TIME OR CONTINUING THEIR EDUCATION
20 DEGREE PROGRAMS THAT EDUCATE FOR A VARIETY OF CAREER PATHS
The OSS: Geared to keep you going.
Staffed by caring student success advisors, the Office of Student Success (the OSS) is here to help you navigate around any obstacles you may encounter during your college career. We’ll help you improve your study skills, get you connected with a tutor, advise you on future class selections and much more. In addition, the OSS is your starting point if you are a student with a disability. We want to keep you moving forward in pursuit of your academic goals.
Impact Behavioral and Social Well-being
Are you are motivated to positively impact the lives of others and the world around you? Do you want to help people overcome obstacles and live their best lives. Here, you will gain an understanding of human behavior, mental health and child development; learn how to think critically; and develop ways to solve problems with effectiveness and empathy.
These skills are applicable not only by those seeking careers in clinical or social services fields. So many other organizations—from government agencies, to marketing firms, to major corporations—seek professionals who possess a solid understanding of human behavior to help execute their missions.
PROGRAMS
Addictions Counseling B.S.
Child Development B.S.
Human Services B.S.
K-12 and Special Education* Pathway to Teacher Licensure
Psychology B.S.
Recreation Therapy B.S.
* A partnership between the University of Saint Francis and Indiana Tech
YOU WILL RECEIVE REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCES IN THE CLASSROOM, GIVING YOU A REAL SENSE OF HOW THE THEORIES, CONCEPTS AND CONSTRUCTS IMPACT PEOPLE IN YOUR COMMUNITY AND ABROAD.
INDIANA TECH FOSTERS AN ACTIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT, ENRICHED BY INSTRUCTORS WHO POSSESS YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN THEIR RESPECTIVE FIELDS.
IN OUR FORENSIC SCIENCE LAB, YOU’LL USE MODERN DNA TESTING TECHNIQUES AND STATE-OF-THE-ART EQUIPMENT.
PARTICIPATE IN REALISTIC FORENSIC CASEWORK PROJECTS, INCLUDING A MOCK CRIME SCENE ANALYSIS.
Protect People and Improve Society
Do you dream of a career that creates a safer society? Indiana Tech’s Criminal Justice program is well-respected in the region and produces sought-after graduates for a wealth of substantial career opportunities, like police officer, parole officer and FEMA/Department of Homeland Security officer.
We even offer a degree in Emergency Response Management and a pathway to law school. Our curriculums will immerse you in a problem-solving approach to these diverse fields and prepare you to make a difference in your community.
PROGRAMS
Criminal Justice A.S.
Criminal Justice B.S.
General
Rehabilitative Services
Criminalistics A.S.
Emergency Response Management B.S.
Forensic Science B.S.
Criminalistics
Legal Studies* Pathway to Law School
* Indiana Tech has 3+3 JD agreements with regional law schools.
Impact Living Beings and Their Surroundings
Are you fascinated by natural science and the complexities of life? Explore those complexities at Indiana Tech—from the smallest organisms to intricate mechanics of the human body. You can dive into coursework related to genetics, microbiology, ecology and anatomy, and prepare for a career that impacts human health, environmental sustainability or other quality-of-life initiatives.
YOU’LL TRAIN WITH EQUIPMENT YOU’LL USE IN THE FIELD, WHICH IS IMPACTFUL WHEN IT’S TIME TO ENTER THE WORKFORCE.
YOU’LL LEARN THROUGH INQUIRY AND HANDSON FIELDWORK IN THE ENVIRONMENT.
PROGRAMS
Biology B.S.
Environmental Science B.S.
Ecology and Natural Resources
Sustainability
Exercise Science B.S.
Applied Exercise Physiology
Pre-Professional
Strength and Conditioning
Forensic Science B.S.
Biology
Health Information Management B.S.
Health Information
Technology A.S.
Health Science A.S.
Health Science B.S.
General
Pre-Professional
Nursing *
Accelerated B.S. Program
Pharmaceutical Science B.S.
Pathway to PharmD**
* A partnership between Huntington University, Indiana Tech and Parkview Health
** A partnership between Manchester University and Indiana Tech
COMMUNICATION STUDENTS ENGAGE IN LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES, WHICH INCLUDE OFF-CAMPUS WORKSHOPS, INTERNSHIPS, JOBS WITH MEDIA COMPANIES AND CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS.
YOU WILL LEARN FROM ACCOMPLISHED COMMUNICATION PROFESSIONALS WHO ARE WELL-KNOWN IN THE REGION.
Effectively Communicate with Others
Do you have a desire to shape public perception, influence decision-making or add to the success of an organization? With a degree in communication, you can do it in a wide variety of ways, including newscaster, public relations director, writer, graphic artist, videographer, blogger and sports information director.
Nearly every industry values skilled communicators who can develop creative messaging that will resonate with a diverse audience.
PROGRAMS
Communication B.A.
Graphic Design
Journalism and Broadcasting
Sports Media
General Studies A.A./B.A.
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
A head start for getting hired.
As a lifelong benefit to students and alumni, Indiana Tech’s Career Center guides students as they pursue the next step in their careers. Our career coaches can support you through career assessments, job search strategy, interview preparation and more. In addition, the Career Center hosts several events during the year intended to improve your career readiness and connect you to opportunities. All services are free, and students are encouraged to visit (virtually or in person) to take full advantage.
Build connections and have fun!
Indiana Tech is an inclusive community bustling with activities and organizations, intramural sports, professional groups and more than 145 campus events each year. You will never be bored.
A robust network of alumni.
Indiana Tech College of Arts and Sciences alumni work and live around the country. And, they’re aware of how prepared our graduates are for the working world.
Indiana Tech alumni are constantly looking to hire and give back to the university where they got their own start.
