Our Criminal Justice program provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities you will need to excel as a law enforcement officer, forensic science technician, legal assistant, or hearing officer. Northern also provides a strong foundation if you want to pursue a career in law or the judiciary. Whether you prefer the flexibility of online learning or the face-to-face interaction of an on-campus experience, Northern’s criminal justice program is dedicated to meeting your needs. As a graduate, you are also eligible for priority admission to our master's in counseling program.

 Our curriculum allows wide flexibility for discipline and media exploration, providing a strong background in art history, criticism, and theory.  You will investigate both the visual and aesthetic components of your artistic/design practice, while developing fluency in art history and contemporary culture. 

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Our elementary education program at Northern State University is designed to prepare you to become an inspiring, effective teacher. With a focus on innovative teaching methods and classroom management techniques, we give you the tools to create engaging lessons that reach every type of learner. Through a combination of expert-led coursework and real-world experiences, you’ll gain the skills needed to make a lasting impact in the classroom and beyond.

A degree in English gives you the skills to succeed in a variety of professional directions, including journalism, law, medicine, communications, promotional work, writing & editing, and management. An English major is a smart choice whether you are certain of your career path, or still unsure of your plans.

Dedicated faculty provide a broad overview that will prepare you to understand and solve environmental challenges. Courses are grounded in hands-on activities, and labs are incorporated into the curriculum, allowing you to put your skills to use. You can make a difference!

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As finance majors, students will gain the analytical tools and financial awareness needed to navigate the complexities of investment, risk management, and corporate finance, earning a degree that opens doors to a myriad of exciting career opportunities.

If you’ve earned at least 60 credits, you can complete your undergraduate education through Northern State University’s Bachelor of General Studies degree. As a graduate of this program, you will be qualified to pursue various career opportunities requiring a bachelor's degree. Additionally, you will be eligible to apply to graduate programs that require an undergraduate degree as a prerequisite.

As a history major at Northern State University, you'll use the historical method to perform research and clearly present findings, identifying and explaining the significance of important events and issues in American and world history. Dedicated NSU faculty will help you make connections across time and space while fine-tuning your writing and critical thinking skills. You'll learn to read thoughtfully, write effectively, and reach your full potential as a citizen. 

The Human Performance major at Northern State University is perfect for you if you are interested in health, fitness, and sports careers like personal training, coaching, and strength & conditioning. This program teaches you the science behind human performance, covering topics like how muscles work, how to improve strength and speed, and how to design workout programs for all types of people, from athletes to those recovering from injuries.

Students in this program will embark on an exciting global journey in the world of commerce as they discover diverse business practices and open doors to limitless career possibilities.