Graceland's Elementary Education Degree program is noted for excellence in providing a technology emphasis, psychological and sociological foundations, and learning theory. Beginning in the sophomore year, coursework is balanced by extensive field experiences in both public and private schools. Candidates also have the option of international student teaching placements.

Graceland invites History students to study the past with an examination of multiple cultures in order to gain an appreciation of people with diverse backgrounds. Students have opportunities to study the history of the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and Latin America, as well as explore world history as a whole through a robust curriculum. Based on the standards suggested by the American Historical Association, the program emphasizes the development of analytical skills for interpreting change and continuity, using and assessing historical documents, and evaluating different historical interpretations.

Bachelor of Arts in Forensic Psychology. Forensic psychology blends psychology and law to analyze criminal behavior. You delve into why people commit crimes, assess mental health in legal cases, and help shape the justice system. With this expertise, you can pursue various career paths. You might work in law enforcement, aiding investigations by creating profiles of suspects.

An Accounting major from Graceland provides students with the skills necessary for a successful career in many different financial fields. Students are able to learn in a collaborative environment where they practice teamwork and communication skills, which are critical for success in many different areas. Students find themselves well-prepared to sit for CPA and CMA exams and are well-equipped for success as accountants in public, private or governmental agencies.

Graceland’s Agricultural Business degree is designed to produce graduates who can quickly begin their careers as global agricultural professionals. Graceland offers unique opportunities for students to put their hearts for agriculture into professional careers that are successful and meaningful. A major goal of the agricultural business program is that 100% of students will be employed as global professionals with meaningful careers or pursue an advanced degree in the first year after graduation. Graceland’s rural location in southern Iowa puts students in the heart of the agricultural community, providing access to local resources for learning experiences, in addition to other academic and leadership opportunities.

Graphic Design students at Graceland have the opportunity to develop the well-rounded skills necessary for creative expression. Whether their passion is illustration or web development, Graceland students are able to study in a first-class environment that explores design fundamentals while allowing them to explore their creativity. Course offerings range from drawing and printmaking to typography and web design. Logos, package design, newsletter, and magazine layouts are just a few of the types of projects a graphic design major will experience.

As a digital content creator, you can be at the forefront of modern digital marketing. The digital media landscape is rapidly and constantly changing. As a professional content creator, you will need more than just the ability to produce a single type of content; you will have to understand the how and why of using a variety of media platforms together and then having the skills to produce compelling content across the entire range of digital media ranging from video and podcasts to social media, email, and websites.

If you’re interested in a wide variety of topics and would like to explore your many passions a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies is the perfect choice. With this degree, you can design your major to combine two or more areas of interest using the coursework available at Graceland University to create a personalized educational experience that fits your needs and future career goals.

Whether you want to release the next cutting-edge home electronic device, change the lives of children through a nonprofit or build excitement for a summer blockbuster movie, marketing plays a critical role in the success of any organization. A strong understanding of marketing principles will be beneficial for anyone interested in starting their own business or working in a leadership role in a company. The ethical use of marketing is not to confuse or spin but to match the right message with the right people at the right time.

Take on the most urgent environmental challenges from the moment you step on campus and learn how to turn your interest in sustainability into a career that provides a better future for the following generations. With a Sustainability Studies major from Graceland University, you’ll learn skills that will help you make a difference in the world and prepare you for a variety of graduate and professional degree programs.

A Criminal Justice major from Graceland is intended for students interested in a career in law enforcement, a variety of positions in the field of adult or juvenile corrections and court services, private security, and treatment facilities.

A Physical Education and Health major from Graceland prepares students to become leaders and role models as they teach new generations of students the importance of physical health and movement.

As one of our most popular majors offered within our C.H. Sandage School of Business, Graceland’s sport management program will prepare you for an exciting career in the sports industry. Whether you’re looking to focus directly on sport management or are curious about sport administration or even sport marketing, our classes and curriculum, hands-on learning, and internship opportunities will set you up for success both on and off the field.

A psychology major from Graceland equips students to be proficient in not only the theoretical and experimental but also the applied and clinical aspects of the psychology field. Psychologists are employed in many fields including the military, government, education, and sports. Psychologists are everywhere and do almost everything.

Graceland’s Bachelor of Arts in Finance - Finance major is built on coursework in finance, economics, mathematics, and accounting that will provide you with strong quantitative, critical, and analytical thinking skills. Upon this foundational knowledge, you will be equipped with career-focused, field-specific finance content that features experiential and simulation-based learning grounded in a professional code of ethics.