Majors, Minors and Certificates

Our online program is ideal for those who need to earn a degree in Pre-K to maintain employment – or anyone who wants to enter the field of early education with a four-year degree.

Tailor this major to your interests by taking courses in one of these areas:

• Child Development (Non-Certification)

This program will prepare you for the dynamic sport coaching industry. Students graduate with the necessary skills to work with a diverse population ranging from high-performance athletes, to military personnel or recreational sport participants.

Tailor this major to your interests by taking courses in one of these areas:

• Coaching and Leadership
• Strength and Conditioning

This program prepares students to earn teacher certification in multi-subjects, grades K-6 upon graduation, along with a bachelor's degree.

Students become outstanding elementary educators as they gain knowledge about theory and practice on campus and real-life experience in classrooms during junior and senior years in the program. This program also affords the opportunity for students to be in classrooms as yearlong residents during their senior year.

In an ever-evolving field with increasing opportunities for professional growth, WVU’s Esports Business and Entertainment program offers the chance to develop a well-rounded skill set and gain exposure to esports in contemporary society. You will learn about business, governance, marketing, event management and health and wellness in esports.

Tailor this major to your interests by taking courses in one of these areas:

• Esports Business Development
• Esports Marketing
• Health and Peak Performance in Gaming

Do you enjoy helping others? This hands-on, customizable major is perfect preparation for health science careers.

Tailor this major to your interests by taking courses in one of these areas:

• Fitness (BA)
• Recreational Sport (BA)
• Therapeutic Exercise and Rehabilitation (BS)
• Pre-Health Professions (BS)
• Community Well-being (BA)

Interested in a helping profession? You may find your fit in this major, which will prepare you to enter the workforce or graduate school.

The flexibility and potential course offerings available through this major will help you succeed in both traditional and non-traditional employment opportunities in applied human services.

Learn how to design and deliver physical education programs, how to use and integrate technology into your classwork and get hands-on, real-world experience. Graduates are eligible for certification in Pre-K-Adult Physical Education and Health Education.

Tailor this major to your interests by taking courses in one of these areas:

• Physical Education Teaching
• Sport Pedagogy

The BA in Sport Leadership curriculum provides foundational knowledge of the sport industry and then allows you to choose your area of focus.

The sport industry is ever-growing and requires a properly trained workforce. We’ll provide you with the actual skills and experiences you need to succeed in the profession.

Combine your passion for sports, exercise or performance with an evidence-based approach to psychology. You’ll learn about the theory and practice behind working with athletes and performers from all backgrounds.