Launch Your Future with a Bachelor’s Degree
Are you ready to take the first steps on your career journey? Follow your passion at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. We offer a broad selection of bachelor’s degrees in Minnesota with faith-based education, student-centric programs, and a lively campus full of opportunities for connection. Learn more about the bachelor's programs offered at our Winona campus.
Why Choose Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota for Your Bachelor’s Degree?
Your future begins here. Our Winona programs offer a quintessential college campus experience founded upon Lasallian Catholic values, preparing students for ethical decision-making in the modern world.
Curricula are current to the latest developments in academia and your industry of choice. We also offer robust student support, including:
- Helpful student resources
- Diverse financial aid options for students who qualify
- Outstanding faculty with an 18:1 student-faculty ratio
- Personalized degree planning
Get in touch with an undergraduate admissions advisor to learn more about how Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota can help you achieve your academic or career goals.
Our On-Campus Bachelor’s Degrees in Minnesota
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota offers 25 unique bachelor’s degree programs at our Winona campus. From philosophy to biochemistry, our diverse selection equips you for success in almost any industry. Personalized planning helps you build a program around what inspires you. Our in-person bachelor’s degree offerings include:
Accelerated Physician Assistant
Fast-track into a Physician Assistant (PA) career with our 3+2 Accelerated Physician Assistant program, which is designed in collaboration with the Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences. This dual-degree pathway builds a strong foundation that integrates both theoretical and practical learning.
Accounting
Our comprehensive Accounting major combines rigorous accounting principles with a strong ethical and leadership foundation to prepare you for a career as a certified public accountant (CPA), certified management accountant (CMA), tax specialist, and more. Equip yourself to sit for the CMA exam with confidence and lay the foundation for the Uniform Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam.
Biochemistry
Solve real-world problems with the combined power of chemistry and biology. Our Biochemistry program lays the foundation for a rewarding career in pharmaceuticals, toxicology, forensics, and so much more. It is one of only 101 programs nationwide to be accredited by the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB).
Biology
Examine the living world, develop your research skills, and sharpen your analysis and decision-making with a Biology major. Our degree program includes a wide variety of tracks to support your goals, whether you look forward to healthcare, education, or graduate school.
Business Intelligence and Analytics
Accredited by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE), our Business Intelligence and Analytics major prepares you to navigate a business world that is driven by data and technology. It combines analytics, accounting, financing, marketing, management, and ethics to give you a comprehensive view of the industry. All courses are based on the latest developments in business.
Catholic Education
Live out your faith and prepare to teach in various Catholic settings with our Catholic Education major. Our education program is committed to shaping teachers and educators who lead Christ-centered classrooms with research-based educational methods, integrity, and inclusivity.
Chemistry
Develop the tools to understand and change the world with a Chemistry degree. Chemistry is a gateway to a wide range of career pathways, from healthcare and forensics to environmental science. Our program blends research with lab work and real-world encounters to equip you for all types of challenges in your future career.
Computer Science
Enter the high-growth tech industry with a foundation in computer hardware, computer architecture, mathematical essentials, and integrated technology. The Computer Science major offers four major tracks and specialized club opportunities to help you prepare for your unique career goals.
Criminal Justice
Prepare to make the world a better and safer place with our Criminal Justice program. We offer two tracks: corrections or law enforcement. Both tracks train you in awareness, respect, adaptability, and inclusion while exploring the relationship between social and cultural institutions and the criminal justice system.
Elementary Education
Support and inspire young learners by earning your Elementary Education degree. Endorsed by the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) to meet licensure requirements, our program will equip you with the skills and knowledge to teach a diverse group of students effectively while working collaboratively with school administrators, parents, and communities.
Environmental Biology and Conservation
If you love working with nature or are passionate about making a difference, then Environmental Biology and Conservation may be the track for you. Our program explores the diverse Mississippi River watershed ecosystems to build knowledge of ecology, resource management, toxicology, water quality management, fisheries, and much more.
Finance
Our Finance major takes a practical and comprehensive journey into financial dynamics. Accredited by International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE), the program prepares you to navigate the intricate world of international financial systems, investment, insurance, risk management, and more, for a successful start into a wide range of business and financial careers.
Health Humanities
Are you curious about healthcare careers? Our Health Humanities program takes an interdisciplinary approach that blends health principles with art, psychology, history, and more. You’ll graduate with strong communication, critical thinking, and a unique perspective on real-world healthcare challenges. This program is ideal for establishing careers in healthcare, social work, public policy, and more.
Healthcare Management
Take the helm of leadership in the healthcare industry with a Healthcare Management degree. This track combines healthcare-related skills with leadership, organization, and strategy for a more business-oriented approach to the industry. It’s the ideal choice for aspiring administrators, managers, and other roles that focus on the big picture.
Management
Our Management major digs into the heart of effective and ethical business operations. Cultivate your analytical, interpersonal, and strategic skills with an International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE)-endorsed program designed to produce leaders of the contemporary business landscape. It helps pave the way to becoming a force of change through ethical, effective, and empathetic business practices.
Marketing
Marketing shapes our surroundings, influencing perceptions and day-to-day decisions. Take control of this force with a Marketing degree endorsed by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE). Our program trains students in advertising, digital marketing, research, promotions, sales, and all other aspects of this ever-changing field. Immersive curricular and co-curricular activities help you define your career goals.
Mathematics
Are you passionate about Mathematics? Our degree program offers two distinct tracks. The math track trains students in the power of mathematics and statistics, targeted toward engineering, educator roles, and graduate school preparation. The data science track, meanwhile, is focused on statistics, computing, and visualization with tools like Python and R.
Mechatronics Engineering
Mechatronics Engineering is increasingly important in today’s landscape of “smart” technologies and robotics. Prepare for a career in this flourishing field with an interdisciplinary program focused on mechanical, electrical, computer, and control engineering. Refine and showcase your skills with hands-on labs and projects related to robotics, aerospace, automotives, artificial intelligence, and manufacturing.
Nursing
Our Nursing prelicensure program is influenced by the Careful Nursing Philosophy and Professional Practice Model©. This innovative four-year program delivers an immersive nursing experience from the start with a balance of classroom education, clinical experience, and simulation lab learning, equipping you for compassionate service in an evolving field.
Philosophy
Take a comprehensive survey of key thinkers through our Philosophy program. Our degree program combines this broad overview with the flexibility to delve deeper into specific areas of interest, equipping you with a versatile skill set for careers in law, leadership, ministry, and other vocations that benefit from a philosophy foundation.
Pre-Law Professional Pathways
The journey to law school is as diverse as the legal field itself. Unlike traditional programs, our Pre-Law Professional Pathways embrace this diversity with a personalized approach to legal education. From criminal justice to finance or philosophy, we help you craft the foundations for your ideal career.
Psychology
Equip yourself for diverse career opportunities with a Psychology degree. Our program is founded on Lasallian Catholic values, combining this moral grounding with an in-depth exploration of how the mind functions. The lab component offers invaluable experience in experimental techniques, data collection, and analysis.
Public Relations and Digital Media
With the advance of social media, public image is more important than ever. Learn how to inspire millions of followers with our Public Relations and Digital Media major. Our program teaches you how to write persuasive content, shape an organization’s brand, and spread its message with an approach focused on ethics and real-world relevancy.
Secondary Education
Learn how to teach, reach, and inspire middle and high school students with our Secondary Education major. Our program integrates hands-on experiences with comprehensive coursework to prepare future educators for Minnesota licensure. Equip yourself for a career teaching grades 5-12 in life science/biology, chemistry, or mathematics, or grades K-12 in Spanish.
Sport Management
Sports are a ubiquitous presence in modern life. Get behind the scenes of this exciting industry with our Sport Management major, which prepares you for high school and collegiate athletic leadership, event management, and other thrilling careers. Our program builds a solid business core while digging deep into the practices of sports and entertainment.
Earn Your Bachelor’s Degree in Minnesota
Make your career goals a reality with a Bachelor’s degree in Minnesota. Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota offers exceptional programs founded upon academic excellence, student-centric support, and flexible education that is tailored toward your passions. To learn more, request information from an admissions advisor. To get started, apply for admission to our Winona campus today.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bachelor’s Degrees
Why get a bachelor’s degree?
Earning a bachelor’s degree is your first step toward a wide variety of exciting career opportunities. Whether you plan to enter your career field right after graduation or take the next step with a graduate program, your bachelor’s degree lays the foundation to achieve your dreams.
How long does a bachelor’s degree take to earn?
Most programs at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota take three to four years to complete, though some programs follow a unique timeline. Transfer credits or an accelerated plan can help you graduate sooner.
How do I learn more about financial aid options?
To learn more about what financial aid opportunities are available to you, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and get in touch with one of our financial aid advisors.
Can I transfer credits if I’ve already started my degree at another college?
Yes. Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota has a generous credit transfer policy that accepts most credits from accredited institutions.