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Sometimes it’s hard to decide on a major. You’re interested in more than one field, but double majoring isn’t for you.

Declaring a minor gives you more opportunity to broaden your horizons—and it’s something you can add to your résumé after you graduate.

Take a look at the minors list below to see your options. Sometimes, several classes needed for a minor will already be part of your major requirements. In cases like that, you could only need another 9 credits (usually 3 more classes) to complete a minor.

Students should consult course prerequisites to determine how to fit minor requirements into the course sequence of their chosen major. There must be 9 distinct credits between the major and the minor.

Accounting

The accounting minor provides students with a working knowledge of various components in accounting. This minor would complement the finance major by providing students with skills in financial reporting, taxation, and cost accounting.
Principles of Accounting I
Principles of Accounting II
Cost Accounting
Intermediate Financial Accounting I
Intermediate Financial Accounting II
Taxation of Individuals or Auditing
Corporate Finance BA 301
Corporate Finance BA 302

Advertising

The advertising minor provides a foundational understanding of advertising including broad knowledge in specific disciplines such as advertising design, public relations, and sales.
Digital Design I
Design Fundamentals I
Digital Design II
Graphic Design I
Public Relations
Professional Selling
Principles of Marketing
Copywriting

Biblical Counseling

The biblical counseling minor equips students with the foundational knowledge of Scripture's sufficiency and the skills necessary to apply it to life's challenges.
Introduction to Biblical Counseling
Theology of Biblical Counseling
Biblical Counseling for Men or Biblical Counseling for Women
The Biblical Counselor
Counseling Problems and Procedures
Interpersonal Relationships
General Psychology
Developmental Psychology

Biblical Languages

The biblical languages minor provides students with the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary to study Scripture in its original languages.
Elementary Greek BL 101
Elementary Greek BL 102
Intermediate Greek BL 201
Intermediate Greek BL 202
Elementary Hebrew BL 445
Elementary Hebrew BL 446

Biology

The biology minor provides students with a foundation in biology and allows them to select areas of study that will deepen their understanding in various biological science areas. The scientific methods learned will be used to observe and explore the variety and design of God's creation.
General Biology I
General Biology II
Biology Electives
Biology Elective

Business Technology

Chemistry

The purpose of the chemistry minor is to provide students with a foundation in chemistry and to allow options to focus on specific areas of chemistry as they study creation from the atomic level.
General Chemistry I CH 111
General Chemistry II CH 112
Organic Chemistry I CH 211
Organic Chemistry II CH 212
Chemistry Electives

Christian Ministries

Computer Science

The computer science minor provides students with a solid foundation in logic, problem solving, and programming.
Computer Hardware Foundations
Introduction to Programming
C Programming
Data Structures and Algorithms
Computer Security
Computer Science Electives

Criminal Justice

The criminal justice minor provides students with foundational concepts of criminal justice, equipping them to practice ethical leadership demonstrating Christian values such as justice, fairness, honesty, integrity, and compassion.
Introduction and Orientation to Criminal Justice
Theory of Patrol or Basic Criminal Investigation
Criminal Law
Criminology
Criminal Justice Elective
Criminal Justice Elective

Cybersecurity

Digital Media

The digital media minor equips students with skills in design and audio/video production for use in professional and ministry environments.
Technology Requirements: Students enrolled in 300- or 400-level art courses are required to own a personal laptop for use in class. An Adobe Creative Cloud subscription is also required. Laptop specifications must meet minimum Adobe Creative Cloud system requirements.
Digital Design I
Photography I
Digital Design II
Media Technology
Introduction to the Mass Media
UX/UI Design
Video Production
Multicamera Production

Education

The education minor is designed to assist students in understanding the fundamentals of Christian-traditional philosophy and methodology for teaching. Students also learn what a powerful evangelistic tool Christian education can be.
Philosophy of Christian Education
Educational Psychology
ED/EE/SE Education Electives
Teaching Methods Elective
Education Practicum
Development Elective

English

The English minor provides students the opportunity to expand their appreciation of and ability to engage with key works of literature as well as to understand the purpose of language.
British Literature
American Literature
Advanced English Grammar and Composition
English Electives

Finance

The finance minor provides students with a working knowledge of the basic components of financial analysis, banking, and international finance. This minor would complement the accounting major by providing students with technical knowledge of financial analytics.
Principles of Accounting I
Principles of Accounting II
Corporate Finance BA 301
Corporate Finance BA 302
Financial Institutions
Principles of Investments
International Finance

Graphic Design

The graphic design minor provides a foundational knowledge of marketable design skills.
Drawing for the Designer
Digital Design I
Design Fundamentals I
Digital Design II
Graphic Design I
Graphic Design II

History

The history minor supplements any major with the academic study of history, providing the opportunity to biblically understand and appreciate the past, present, and future.
United States History HI 201
United States History HI 202
World Geography
History Electives
Introduction to Political Science

Management

The management minor provides students with the knowledge needed to handle managerial functions in various business settings as well as a working knowledge of a variety of business disciplines such as accounting, communication, technology, and business law.
Principles of Accounting I
Principles of Accounting II
Business Communications
Principles of Management
Management Electives

Marketing

The marketing minor provides students with knowledge in sales, public relations, and advertising. Students gain knowledge in customer interaction and the ability to research customer needs.
Public Relations
Professional Selling
Principles of Marketing
Advertising
Retailing
Principles of Management

Mathematics

The mathematics minor's purpose is to develop the student's computational ability and broaden their mathematical understanding while giving them an overview of the nature of mathematics.
Calculus I
Calculus II
Mathematics Electives

Missions

The missions minor equips students with the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary to engage in cross-cultural ministries.
History of Missions
Promotion of Missions
Principles and Methods of Missions MI 301
Principles and Methods of Missions MI 302
Cultural Anthropology
Practical Training Elective
Missions Electives

Music Ministries

The music ministries minor equips students with the fundamental knowledge and skills to use music in various ministry contexts.
College Choir
Foundations of Church Music
Beginning Hymnplaying Keyboard emphasis or Piano Class
Vocal Class I, II
Choral Methods
Church Music Philosophy and Administration
Private Music

Music—Instrumental Emphasis

The music minor allows students to further develop their musical skills for ministry, education, and performance settings.
Minor Requirements: Music minors must demonstrate appropriate ability in one area of applied music and will take instruction in this area for 6 semesters. Second-semester sophomores must successfully complete a sophomore music platform in their emphasis area to be approved for a minor in music.
Music Repertoire: Students with a minor in music must enroll in Music Repertoire each semester they enroll in private lessons after passing sophomore music platform.
Ensemble Participation: Music minors must participate in a performing ensemble 4 to 6 hours, including their last 4 semesters. Performing ensembles that meet requirements for instrumental emphasis are as follows: Orchestra.
Music Theory I
Music Theory II
Choral Methods
Instrumental Materials and Methods
Private Instrument
Orchestra

Music—Keyboard Emphasis

The music minor allows students to further develop their musical skills for ministry, education, and performance settings.
Minor Requirements: Music minors must demonstrate appropriate ability in one area of applied music and will take instruction in this area for 6 semesters. Second-semester sophomores must successfully complete a sophomore music platform in their emphasis area to be approved for a minor in music.
Music Repertoire: Students with a minor in music must enroll in Music Repertoire each semester they enroll in private lessons after passing sophomore music platform.
Ensemble Participation: Music minors must participate in a performing ensemble 4 to 6 hours, including their last 4 semesters. Performing ensembles that meet requirements for keyboard emphasis are as follows: Accompaniment Practicum, Chamber Ensemble, Handbell Choir, Orchestra, Proclaim Ministry Team (Music), Symphonic Band, Symphonic Choir.
Music Theory I
Music Theory II
Choral Methods
Piano Materials and Methods
Hymnplaying
Private Piano
Ensemble

Music—Vocal Emphasis

The music minor allows students to further develop their musical skills for ministry, education, and performance settings.
Minor Requirements: Music minors must demonstrate appropriate ability in one area of applied music and will take instruction in this area for 6 semesters. Second-semester sophomores must successfully complete a sophomore music platform in their emphasis area to be approved for a minor in music.
Music Repertoire: Students with a minor in music must enroll in Music Repertoire each semester they enroll in private lessons after passing sophomore music platform.
Ensemble Participation: Music minors must participate in a performing ensemble 4 to 6 hours, including their last 4 semesters. Performing ensembles that meet requirements for vocal emphasis are as follows: Chamber Ensemble, Symphonic Choir.
Music Theory I
Music Theory II
Choral Methods
Communication in Song
Voice Materials and Methods
Vocal Instruction
Private Voice
Ensemble

Office Administration

The office administration minor provides students with skills that are applicable for an office setting, such as keyboarding, record keeping, and communication.
Business English
Computer Applications for Business
Business Communications
Introduction to Computer Applications
Beginning Keyboarding
Keyboarding Speed/Accuracy Development
Document Processing
Records Management

Performance Studies

The performance studies minor provides basic proficiency in diction, interpretation, and technical skills for various performance settings.
Minor Requirements: Second-semester sophomores must successfully complete a speech platform to continue as a performance studies minor. Students must enroll in Speech Repertoire each semester they enroll in performance studio.
Introduction to Interpretive Speech
Voice and Diction
Oral Interpretation of Poetry
Oral Interpretation of Dramatic and Narrative Literature
Stagecraft
Stage Movement
Acting I
Performance Studio SP 341
Performance Studio SP 342

Physical Education

The physical education minor prepares students to teach lifetime activities and habits of physical fitness. Students receive fundamental training and Christian philosophy related to coaching team and individual sports.
Fitness Test: Students in this minor must pass the Physical Fitness Test or take PE 283/273 Physical Fitness or PE 160/170 Swimming/Physical Fitness (minimum grade of “C-” required).
Extracurricular Activity Requirement: Students in the minor must participate in several semesters of intercollegiate or intramural sports or an approved alternative.
Fall Team Sports
Spring Team Sports
Sports Physiology
Introduction to Coaching
History, Principles, and Philosophy of Physical Education
First Aid
Organization and Administration of Physical Education
Kinesiology
Care of Athletic Injuries
Developing Fitness Programs
Coaching Electives

Political Science*

The political science minor provides broad introductory knowledge of politics, focusing on American politics and democratic political systems while also promoting a strong biblical worldview of government.
American Political Heritage
Introduction to Political Science
American Government
Ancient and Medieval Political Philosophy
Political Science Electives
*BI 414 must be taken as 2 hours of the BI requirement.

Spanish

The Spanish minor equips students with practical language skills that enrich their cultural understanding, thus broadening their career or ministry opportunities.
Elementary Spanish I ML 121
Elementary Spanish II ML 122
Intermediate Spanish I ML 221
Intermediate Spanish II ML 222
Spanish Conversation and Composition ML 321
Spanish Conversation and Composition ML 322

Special Education

The special education minor prepares students to serve exceptional learners with compassion, competence, and a Christ-centered perspective. Students learn traditional teaching methods, classroom and behavior management techniques, and communication skills to support children with disabilities. Graduates with this minor may find opportunities to work in a variety of special education settings.
Philosophy of Christian Education
Introduction to Music Education or Materials and Methods or General Teaching Methods
Introduction to Special Education
Instructional Methods for Exceptional Learners
Classroom and Behavior Management
Family and Professional Partnerships
Special Education Assessment and Planning

Strategic Communication

The strategic communication minor provides students with basic internal and external communication practices and prepares them for entry-level jobs in strategic communication.
Business Communications
Introduction to Communication Theory
Interpersonal and Group Communication
Persuasion
Social Media Strategy
Mass Communication
Introduction to Computer Applications
Public Speaking

Studio Art

The studio art minor enables students to develop technical proficiency in traditional mediums.
Drawing I
Drawing II
Design Fundamentals I
Basic Painting I
Basic Painting II
Advanced Drawing
Advanced Painting

Web Development

The web development minor provides students with the foundations of web design (visual) and web development (technical).
Digital Design I
Digital Design II
UX/UI Design
Introduction to Programming
Introduction to Web Design
Client-Side Web Programming
Server-Side Web Programming

Writing

The writing minor develops students' writing and editing skills so that they can creatively and professionally communicate in their future careers and life pursuits.
Creative Writing
Copy Editing
Advanced English Grammar and Composition
Journalism I
Professional Writing Electives
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