College of Education & Human Services

College Student Personnel

Major Matchup Guide

For Majors A-G

Discover how the skills and knowledge from your undergraduate studies can enrich your journey in student affairs and prepare you for a rewarding career supporting and guiding students. Our master's degree can be your next step in making a meaningful impact in higher education!

Review the link for each major to find out how it aligns with CSP

  • Agriculture: Equips you with leadership and project management skills through community-focused agricultural programs, which are essential for organizing campus events, mentoring diverse student populations, and promoting sustainability initiatives in higher education settings.
  • Art: Prepares you for integrating creative and educational approaches into student affairs by providing you with skills to develop and manage art programs, workshops, and initiatives that can enrich student experiences.
  • Biology: Explores a deep understanding of life sciences which is useful in developing programs related to health and wellness, understanding biological aspects of stress and mental health, or contributing to campus sustainability initiatives.
  • Business Administration: Provides management and organizational skills, beneficial for overseeing student organizations or administrative tasks.
  • Communication: Enhances skills in effective interpersonal communication and public relations, important for working with students, faculty, and staff.
  • Computer Science: Equips you with technical skills, data management, and problem-solving abilities valuable for integrating technology into student services, managing digital platforms, and analyzing data to improve student affairs operations.
  • Criminal Justice or Law Enforcement: Provides knowledge in safety, security, and conflict resolution, which can be relevant for campus security and student discipline.
  • Elementary Education: Offers foundational knowledge in teaching and learning processes, which can be valuable in academic advising and program development.
  • Environmental Science: Provides knowledge in developing sustainability initiatives, managing outdoor programs, promoting wellness, and contributing to effective crisis management and policy development, which can create a more vibrant, sustainable, and supportive campus environment for students.
  • Exercise Science: Equips you with expertise in developing programs and initiatives that promote physical health, fitness, and wellness activities, contributing to a holistic approach to student support.

Major Matchup Guide for Majors H-Z

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Don't see your major in our guide? Don't stress! Any undergraduate major provides you with the skills necessary to pursue a CSP degree. If you'd like to talk with our team about how your background fits with our program, please see the contact info for our graduate assistants in the highlight box on this page. 

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