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ACADEMIC TERMS 101

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To help you explore your options, here are a few terms you’ll see as you browse Lawrence majors, minors, programs, and pathways.

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Major

A primary area of study that leads to a degree.

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Minor

A secondary area of study that complements your major or expands your interests.

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Pre-Professional Program

A guided path that helps prepare you for professional study in fields such as health or law.

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Cooperative Degree Program

Start at Lawrence, then continue at a partner professional school to build career-specific skills.

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Performance Area

Focused study spanning vocal, instrumental, stage, and musical inquiry to foster artistic excellence and deep creative engagement.

Areas of Study

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  • Cognitive Science

    Minor

    Cognitive Science

    Explore the inner workings of your brain through a multidisciplinary perspective in Cognitive Science.

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  • Computer Science

    Major, Minor

    Computer Science

    Discover the endless possibilities of a Computer Science Major. Learn diverse programming languages, engage in innovative problem-solving, and explore career opportunities in technology’s ever-evolving landscape.

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  • Data Science & Statistics

    Major, Minor

    Data Science & Statistics

    Learn to use statistical software and programming skills in Lawrence’s Statistics & Data Science minor.

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  • East Asian Studies

    Major, Minor

    East Asian Studies

    Develop a 360º view of a complex and fascinating region of the world in Lawrence’s East Asian Studies program.

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  • Economics

    Major, Minor

    Economics

    Understand societies and indivdiual behaviors through the lens of economics in the Economics program at Lawrence.

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  • Education Studies

    Minor

    Education Studies

    Learn the why and how of education in Lawrence’s education studies minor.

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  • Engineering

    Cooperative Degree Program

    Engineering

    Students wishing to combine a liberal arts education with engineering may want to choose a dual degree program in engineering, which typically involves two to three years of study at Lawrence University and two years of study at an affiliated engineering school.

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  • English: Creative Writing

    Major, Minor

    English: Creative Writing

    Program Overview The English Department offers two majors/minors: English: Literature and English: Creative Writing. English: Creative Writing models ways to move audiences with words. Since writing and reading are inextricably intertwined, students engage with some of the newest and oldest writers in English as they develop their own voices and hone their craft. In creative…

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