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Academic Programs

Program Undergraduate Graduate Minor/Certificate 3+2 Keywords Content
Athletic Training Z
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exercise, athletics, coaching, physical
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Masters
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Minor
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3+2
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Athletic training is the prevention, evaluation, management and rehabilitation of injuries/illnesses to the athlete or the physically active. Completion of the CSU Pueblo Athletic Training Program will prepare the athletic training student to challenge the Board of Certification (BOC) examination and the profession of athletic training.

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Differentiators

Students can enroll in the B.S. in Health Science with an emphasis in Pre-Athletic Training. By their third year of coursework, they are then eligible to apply to the 3+2 Program by submitting an application for the Master of Science in Athletic Training.

Biochemistry Z
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biology, chemistry
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Masters
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Minor
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3+2
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The Master of Science in Biochemistry prepares graduates for professional employment or for advanced studies of chemistry and biology, and molecular biosciences (including biochemistry and biotechnology).

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Differentiators

3+2 Program: Allows undergraduate students the opportunity to pursue both the Baccalaureate (B.S.) and Master of Science (M.S.) degrees in five years.

Emphasis Areas

3+2 Joint Degree Program

Curriculum / Admissions Criteria

Biology A
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life, science
Major
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Masters
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Minor
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3+2
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The Biology department offers a Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, minor/certification options, and several areas of emphasis to prepare students for graduate school or a wide variety of professional careers.

A fundamental part of each of these programs is the carefully supervised career planning provided by the Biology department.

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Differentiators

The B.S. in Biology with a Biomedical Science emphasis includes pre-professional programs: Chiropractic, Dental, Medical, Medical Laboratory Science, Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, and Veterinary Medicine.

3+2 Program: Allows undergraduate students the opportunity to pursue both the Baccalaureate (B.S.) and Master of Science (M.S.) degrees in five years.

Emphasis Areas

Basic Biology
Biomedical Sciences
Pre-Chiropractic
Pre-Dental
Pre-Medical (including Osteopathic, Podiatric and Optometric)
Pre Medical Laboratory Science                                        
Pre-Occupational Therapy
Pre-Pharmacy                                                                          
Pre-Physical Therapy
Pre-Physician Assistant
Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Environmental Biosciences
Cellular and Molecular Biosciences (including Forensics & Bioinformatics)
Biology/Chemistry Double Major
Biology Secondary Certification
3+2 Joint Degree Program
Business A
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accounting, economics, finance, managing, business, math, marketing
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Masters
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Minor
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3+2
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CSU Pueblo has been ranked one of the best Colorado Schools for Management by University HQ!

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) is available on-campus or entirely online through CSU Pueblo Online. This allows working students to create flexible schedules that fit their unique lifestyles.

The Business minor provides non-business students with a basic understanding of accounting, economics, finance, managing a business, and marketing a product or service. 

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) is available on-campus or entirely online through CSU Pueblo Online. Graduates of the program are prepared for high-level management careers.

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Differentiators

The Hasan School of Business (HSB) is accredited by AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. AACSB is the premier accrediting body for business programs and less than 5% of the world's business schools have achieved AACSB International accreditation.

Students can pursue a 3+2 program to obtain a Bachelor Degree and an MBA in five years.

Emphasis Areas

Healthcare Administration
3+2 Integrated Joint Degree Program – Construction Management
3+2 Integrated Degree Program - Computer Information Systems
3+2 Integrated Degree Program - Management
3+2 Non-Integrated Degree Program
Cannabis Biology and Chemistry A
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cannabis, biology, chemistry, cannabis studies
Major
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Masters
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Minor
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3+2
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The Bachelor of Science in Cannabis Biology and Chemistry (CBC) provides students an understanding of basic chemical and biological principles that can be applied to the cannabis science industry.

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Differentiators

The Bachelor of Science in Cannabis Biology and Chemistry is one of the leading cannabis undergraduate programs in the country.

Chemistry A
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chemicals, chemistry, chemist, science, stem
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Masters
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Minor
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3+2
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The Chemistry Department offers several chemistry degrees and options for students interested in careers as professional chemists or attend graduate schools in a chemical science.

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Differentiators

The chemistry curriculum is certified by the American Chemical Society

3+2 Chemistry Program: Graduate with a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in five years.

Emphasis Areas

ACS Certified
Basic Chemistry
Biochemistry
Environmental Chemistry
Secondary Teaching Certification
Education Z
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teaching, classroom, school
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Masters
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Minor
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3+2
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The Master of Education program prepares teachers of quality and distinction. At CSU Pueblo, preparing teachers is a campus-wide responsibility, with faculty and administrators involved in support of the program's mission.

The Master of Education is available on campus, hybrid format, or entirely online through CSU Pueblo Online.

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Differentiators

Our Master of Education program has partnerships with 17 school districts and four community colleges in southern and southeastern Colorado. The joint efforts of students, faculty, and administrators across all partners focus on improving the quality of learning in classrooms in elementary, secondary, and higher education.

Emphasis Areas

Art Education
Curriculum & Instruction
Early Childhood Education
Early Learning
English
Health & Physical Education
Instructional Technology
Linguistically Diverse Education
Music Education
Space Studies for Educators
Special Education
World Language
Engineering A
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engineering, construction
Major
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Masters
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Minor
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3+2
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The School of Engineering offers an Engineering, B.S., Engineering, M.S., Engineering Minor, Sustainability Minor, Pre-Engineering Program, and four certificates.

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Differentiators

3+2 Program: Five year program that results in both B.S. and M.S. Engineering degrees.

Emphasis Areas

Mechatronics
Industrial and Systems Engineering A
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construction, math, science
Major
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Masters
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Minor
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3+2
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The Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering (BSIE) is a 4-year program that covers the design, improvement and installation of integrated systems of people, materials, information, equipment, and energy. The program draws upon knowledge in mathematical and physical sciences, along with engineering analysis and design.

The Master of Science in Industrial and Systems Engineering (MSISE) program prepares students to function as engineers in advanced projects in industrial engineering and operations research, and to continue their graduate studies at a doctoral level.

The minor in Industrial Engineering is appropriate for students who want to add levels of efficiency, quality, and safety to their study of a technical field such as chemistry, mathematics, or physics.

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Nurse Educator Z
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nurse, educator, nursing
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Masters
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Minor
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3+2
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The Nurse Educator, Certificate program is open to any nurse with a BSN degree or higher who wants to further their knowledge and skills for nursing education.

The Nurse Educator, Master of Science in Nursing program prepares nurses to practice as faculty or staff development educators in universities, hospital-based schools of nursing, technical schools, and health care facilities.

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Differentiators

The Nurse Educator program is available entirely online through CSU Pueblo Online

Curriculum / Admissions Criteria

Master of Science in Nursing: Nurse Educator emphasis
Nurse Manager and Leader Z
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nurse, manager, leader, nursing, management
Major
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Masters
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Minor
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3+2
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Nurse managers and leaders are involved in a healthcare facility's high-level operations, strategic planning, and long-term vision.

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Differentiators

The Nurse Manager and Leader, M.S. program is available entirely online through CSU Pueblo Online.

Nurse Practitioner Post Masters Certificate Z
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nurse, educator, nursing
Major
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Masters
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Minor
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3+2
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The School of Nursing offers the post masters certificate for MS, MSN or doctorate prepared nurses.  The plan of study is individualized based on academic completion and requirements using a gap analysis evaluation. This program prepares students to provide evidence-based, safe, quality patient-centered care in a variety of chronic, acute, and emergent care settings.  The graduate will be eligible to take the Adult/Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner certification examination.

Post-Masters Certificates

Nursing: Adult/Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Post Masters Certification
Nursing: Adult/Gerontology Acute Care/Family Nurse Practitioner, Post Masters Certification
Nursing: Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Post Masters Certification

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Nursing A
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nursing, medical, physiology, medicine, ban
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Masters
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3+2
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The School of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Master of Science with a Major in Nursing, and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degrees.

The school prepares graduates for professional positions as safe, competent and caring nurses to meet the health care needs of diverse populations.

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Differentiators

The BSN program was previously ranked #64 in the nation and is available as a full online program through CSU Pueblo Online.

The Baccalaureate, RN to BSN and Masters of Science with a Major in Nursing programs are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and/or ACEN.

The Doctor of Nursing Practice is a candidate for accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.

Social Work A
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social work, counseling, government
Major
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Masters
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Minor
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3+2
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The Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program is committed to promoting social and economic justice through excellence, creativity, and innovation. Social Workers are dedicated to helping diverse individuals, families, groups, and communities to meet basic human needs.

The Master of Social Work (MSW) program prepares students for advanced roles as practitioners to practice holistically in diverse and complex settings.

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Career Outcomes / Salaries

~ $45,000 - $72,000

Curriculum / Admissions Criteria

Teaching Licensures Z
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teacher, teaching, education
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Masters
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Minor
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3+2
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The School of Education offers certificates that lead to teacher licensure in the State of Colorado for those that already have a bachelor’s degree.

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