International Year (Undergrad)

Progression programs:

1. Accounting
2. American Cultural Studies
3. Anthropology
4. Anthropology – Archaeology Concentration
5. Anthropology – Biocultural Concentration
6. Anthropology – Elementary
7. Anthropology/Biology
8. Anthropology/Social Studies
9. Applied Mathematics
10. Art – Elementary
11. Art – P-12
12. Art History
13. Art Studio
14. Behavioral Neuroscience
15. Biochemistry
16. Biology
17. Biology – Ecology, Evolution, and Organismal Biology (EEO) Emphasis
18. Biology – General Emphasis
19. Biology – Marine Emphasis
20. Biology – Molecular and Cell Emphasis
21. Biology – Secondary Teaching Emphasis
22. Biology/Anthropology
23. Biology/Mathematics
24. Business Administration – Finance
25. Business Administration – General Business
26. Business Administration – International Busines
27. Business Administration – Management
28. Business Administration – Management Information Systems
29. Business Administration – Marketing
30. Business and Sustainability
31. Canadian-American Studies
32. Chemistry
33. Chemistry/Biology – Secondary
34. Chemistry/Mathematics – Secondary
35. Chemistry/Physics – Secondary
36. Chinese Language and Culture
37. Chinese Language and Culture with a Teaching Endorsement
38. Communication Sciences and Disorders
39. Communication Studies
40. Computer Science
41. Dance
42. Design
43. Early Childhood Education
44. Early Childhood Special Education P-3
45. Early Childhood Special Education P-3 and Early Childhood Education P-3 (Dual Endorsement)
46. Earth Science – Elementary
47. Earth Science – Secondary
48. Earth Science/General Science – Secondary
49. East Asian Studies
50. Economics
51. Economics/Accounting
52. Economics/Environmental Studies
53. Economics/Mathematics
54. Economics/Political Science
55. Economics/Social Studies
56. Electrical Engineering
57. Elementary Education Professional Program
58. Energy Policy and Management
59. Energy Science and Technology BS
60. English – Creative Writing Emphasis
61. English – Literature
62. Environmental Education
63. Environmental Policy
64. Environmental Science
65. Environmental Science – Freshwater & Terrestrial Ecology BS
66. Environmental Science – Marine Science
67. Environmental Science – Toxicology
68. Environmental Studies
69. Environmental Studies – Elementary
70. Exceptionality & Disability
71. Financial Economics
72. French
73. French – Elementary
74. French with a Teaching Endorsement
75. French/German
76. French/Spanish
77. General Science – Elementary
78. General Science – Middle Level
79. General Science – Secondary
80. Geography
81. Geography – Elementary
82. Geography/Social Studies BA
83. Geology
84. Geophysics
85. German
86. German – Elementary
87. German with a Teaching Endorsement
88. German/Spanish
89. History
90. History – Elementary
91. History/Social Studies
92. Human Services
93. Humanities – History of Culture
94. Humanities – Religion and Culture
95. Industrial Design
96. Interdisciplinary Concentration
97. Interdisciplinary Concentration: Law, Diversity & Justice Emphasis
98. Japanese
99. Japanese with a Teaching Endorsement
100. Journalism – News/Editorial
101. Journalism – Public Relations
102. Journalism – Visual Journalism
103. Kinesiology – Exercise Science
104. Kinesiology – Pre-Healthcare Professions
105. Kinesiology – Sport Psychology
106. Language, Literacy, and Cultural Studies
107. Latin American Studies, BA
108. Linguistics
109. Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management
110. Manufacturing Engineering
111. Mathematics
112. Mathematics – Elementary Education
113. Mathematics – Secondary Education
114. Mathematics/Computer Science
115. Multidisciplinary Studies
116. Music
117. Music – Composition
118. Music – History and Literature
119. Music – Performance
120. Music Education P-12
121. Philosophy
122. Physical Education and Health P-12
123. Physics
124. Physics/Mathematics – Secondary Education
125. Plastics and Composites Engineering
126. Political Science
127. Political Science/Social Studies
128. Politics/ Philosophy/ Economics
129. Pre-Chiropractic
130. Pre-Dentistry
131. Pre-Law
132. Pre-Medicine
133. Pre-Nursing
134. Pre-Nutrition
135. Pre-Occupational Therapy
136. Pre-Optometry
137. Pre-Pharmacy
138. Pre-Physical Therapy
139. Pre-Physician Assistant
140. Pre-Veterinary
141. Psychology
142. Psychology: Human Development – Elementary
143. Public Health
144. Recreation
145. Secondary Education
146. Sociology
147. Sociology – Elementary
148. Sociology/Social Studies BA
149. Spanish
150. Spanish – Elementary
151. Spanish with a Teaching Endorsement
152. Special Education – P-12 Plus Content Endorsement
153. Special Education P-12 and Elementary Education (Dual Endorsement)
154. Statistics
155. Theatre Arts
156. Urban Planning and Sustainable Development

The International Year is a one- or two-quarter program offering preparation for a wide range of majors that suit all interests.

You will learn in a supportive environment to develop your academic and English language skills, while adjusting to living and learning in the USA. After successfully completing the program with the required grades, you can continue your undergraduate degree with the confidence to engage and succeed.

HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE

Western is committed to engaging in leading research to answer some of the world’s most complex challenges, including global climate change, social justice and equity and sustainable development.

SUPPORTING YOU TO SUCCEED

At Western you will receive all the benefits of a small college, with individualized attention and small class sizes, but with all the choice and opportunity a large university can offer. Learning in a supportive environment, you will explore new ideas to become a well-rounded citizen, and broaden your knowledge and skills to graduate ready to seek new opportunities.

EXPERT FACULTY

Students at Western learn both inside and outside the classroom with experienced faculty who are willing to go the extra mile and support students through every challenge. 99% of all classes are taught by faculty, 74% of which hold the highest degree in their field. Our professors and teachers will play an active role in your education, from collaborative research to advising groups and study tours.

EXPLORE YOUR INTERESTS

A strong liberal arts tradition means ambitious international students can explore every interest and craft the right education experience. Universities in the USA often offer a liberal arts education, meaning you will focus on your degree while also taking classes to give you a broader knowledge and varied approach to learning, helping you become a well-rounded global citizen. With the freedom to learn a bit of everything, you will thoughtfully choose the right degree for your future aspirations, and you can supplement your education with a second area of interest.

• #2 Top Public School (Regional Universities West, US News & World Report, 2018)
• #72 Best Values in Public Colleges & Universities (Kiplinger’s Personal Finance, 2019)
• #18 in Regional Universities West
• #13 in Best Colleges for Veterans
• one of the nation’s top 15 green colleges.
• #99 in Top Performers on Social Mobility
• #5 in Top Public Schools

While at Western you can live on a 215-acre campus in one of 16 residence halls, each with its own unique community. There are residences to suit all lifestyles with options for corridor-style or suite-style rooms. You can live with students who share your academic interests, or personal interests.

• Room and Board: $15,894