Academics

Discover the  possibilities

Educational exploration is a way of life at Oswego. Academics are rigorous, and learning goes way beyond sitting in a classroom — it’s enhanced by new experiences, real-world research, and project-based problem solving across all disciplines.

Major choices

Maybe you already know what you want to be and do, or maybe you don’t. That’s OK. Now is the time to explore. With more than 140 major, minor and cooperative and pre-professional undergraduate programs through our four schools.

Undergraduate Majors & Minors

Accounting
Adolesence Education (Grades 7-12)
American Studies
Anthropology
Applied Mathematical Economics
Applied Mathematics
Art: Studio Art, Art History, Graphic Design, Illustration
Art: Graphic Design
Art: Interaction Design
Art: Studio Art
Audio Recording and Production
Biochemistry
Biology
Broadcasting and Mass Communication
Business Administration
Career and Technical Education
Chemistry
Childhood Education (Grades 1-6)
Cinema and Screen Studies
Cognitive Science
Communication
Computer Science
Creative Writing
Criminal Justice
Economics
Electrical and Computer Engineering
English
Finance
French
Gender and Women’s Studies
Geochemistry
Geology
German
Global and International Studies
History
Human Development
Human Resource Management
Information Science
Integrative Professional Studies
Journalism
Language and International Trade
Linguistics
Marketing
Mathematics
Meteorology
Music
Operations Management and Information Systems
Philosophy
Philosophy, Politics and Economics
Philosophy-Psychology
Physics
Political Science
Psychology
Public Relations
Risk Management and Insurance
Sociology
Software Engineering
Spanish
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Technology Education (All Grades)
Technology Management
Theatre
Wellness Management
Zoology

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Outcomes

99%

Employed and/or
Continuing Education

91%

Employed in the Field of
Their Choice

83%

Work in the state of
New York

Future Ready

Equipped for Tomorrow

Our students are fluent in the language of the future. Oswego provides an innovative educational experience based on modern and sound teaching methods, state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, and well-qualified faculty who will prepare students to enter the workforce as highly skilled and qualified engineering or computer science professionals.

Oswego offers the latest high-tech
undergraduate and graduate programs such as:

Biomedical and Health Informatics

Human-Computer Interaction

Cognitive Science

Information Science

Computer Science

Integrated Health Systems

Electrical and Computer Engineering

Operations Management and Information Systems

Health Information Technology

Software Engineering

Education, Unleashed

Go Beyond the Classroom

As a pioneer in education Oswego deeply understands that hands-on experience is the key to success in today’s world. We offer a range of experiential learning opportunities — from internships and research projects to study abroad programs and service learning — that allow our students to apply what they’ve learned in the classroom to real-world situations.

Internships and Co-Ops

Internships and co-ops are available to give you experience, before you graduate.

Entrepreneurship Opportunities

Turn your ideas for new products, services and businesses into reality.

Global Experiences

Take your college experience global to discover new horizons.

Learn From Experts

They bring their expertise and real-world experience into the classroom.

Ignite your creative potential

We encourage our students to think outside the box, explore new ideas, and embrace creativity.

Research

All across the globe, our students and faculty work together to discover solutions for the common good.

Strong Alumni NEtwork

Ready for what’s next

One of the strengths of a SUNY Oswego degree is its professional career network. From your first day as a Laker and for the rest of your life, Oswego is here to provide resources and support.

Guaranteed Alumni Mentor

Every student desiring a mentor will be paired with an alumnus to guide them through college and into their career.

Networking and Personal Branding

Leverage the importance of networking and personal branding in your job/internship search and overall professional development.

Career Coaches

Each of our coaches specializes in different career industry areas so that we can provide you with the best guidance and resources for your career path.