Academics

Departments in the College

Departments in the College

The College of Arts and Sciences is the largest college at Appalachian State and includes these 17 academic departments, two centers and one residential college. 

Undergraduate Degrees

Undergraduate Degrees

The College awards Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice (BSCJ) degrees. Teacher licensure may be obtained in Biology, Chemistry, English, French, Geological and Environmental (Earth Science), History (Social Studies), Mathematics, Physics and Spanish. 

Minors & Certificates

Minors & Certificates

The requirements for minors are published in the General Bulletin. Check with the appropriate department or the College of Arts and Sciences Advising and Support Services Hub (CASSH office) to verify the requirements for the year of your enrollment at Appalachian.

Graduate Degrees & Certificates

Graduate Degrees & Certificates

Additional information about graduate degree programs, including concentration options, is available at the Cratis D. Williams Graduate School.

Secondary education

Secondary education

Secondary education, the stage of formal education also known as high school. These majors spend dual time in the College of Arts and Sciences and in the Reich College of Education.