Northern Illinois University Majors and Programs

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Current Majors and Programs

Computer Science (BS)

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This program provides you instruction in various languages (e.g., C++, Java, IBM Assembler, PHP, JavaScript, C#, and Perl), software engineering, security, databases, development environments such as .NET and operating systems.
This degree will prepare you for software development careers in virtually any industry.
Job prospects increase if you have experience with a variety of programming languages or have gained experience through internships.

Admissions Requirements

Completion of Associate in Science or Arts
CSC 121 and 122
MTH 134, 220 OR MTH 200, 201, 220

Marketing (BS)

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This is a nationally ranked business program, built with a contemporary and innovative marketing curriculum.
This flexible program includes both face-to-face and online courses.
Personalized one-on-one advising with an NIU marketing advisor takes place at Harper's campus.

Admissions Requirements

Completion of Associate in Arts or Science
ENG 102
ACC 101, 102, 213
MTH 134, 225
CIS 101
PSY 101
ECO 211, 212

Psychology (BA or BS)

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This flexible program includes both face-to-face and online courses.
This program provides a strong knowledge base in psychological theory and research that can lead to exciting careers in industrial, organizational, clinical, school, developmental, social or cognitive psychology, as well as behavioral neuroscience.
Consider combining this degree with a marketing minor to expand your career options.

Admission Requirements

Completion of Associate in Arts or Science
PSY 101
MTH 165
Foreign Language (up to 4th level required for graduation - for BA only)

NIU Contact

Brenda Powell
Regional Admissions Counselor
Northern Illinois University
bpowell6@niu.edu

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