Majors & Minors at UW-Green Bay

What majors is UW-Green Bay known for?

UW-Green Bay is best known for business and psychology, our two largest areas of study. In 2024–25, about one in four bachelor's degrees we awarded went to business majors, and about one in seven to psychology majors. Nursing, education, human biology and engineering are also among our largest programs.

• Business: Major in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Human Resource Management, Management or Marketing through the Austin E. Cofrin School of Business.
• Psychology: Psychology is our most popular major.
• Health and life sciences: Prepare for a health career with majors in Nursing (B.S.N.), RN to B.S.N., Human Biology and Nutrition & Dietetics.
• Education: Our Education major is among our largest each year by number of graduates.
• Engineering: Study Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or engineering technology through the Resch School of Engineering. Mechanical Engineering is one of our 10 most popular majors.
• Environmental science: Newsweek called UW-Green Bay "Ecology U" in 1971, and that environmental focus lives on in majors like Environmental Science, Water Science and Geoscience.
• First Nations Studies: Our First Nations Studies major is open to all students and includes courses taught in partnership with the Oneida Nation.

Sources: UW-Green Bay Fact Book, Fall 2025; IPEDS Completions, 2024–25; UW-Green Bay Common Data Set 2025–26.

What are majors and minors?

Your major is your main area of study, and it makes up at least 30 credits of your 120-credit bachelor's degree. A minor is a smaller, secondary area of study of at least 18 credits. It lets you explore a second interest or build skills that complement your major. A minor is optional unless your major requires one. The rest of your degree is made up of core general education courses (30 credits) and electives.

Want to dig into two fields? You can declare more than one major. You'll earn one bachelor's degree, and every major you complete is listed on your transcript.

What if I'm undecided about my major?

That's OK. You don't have to know right away, and it's common to start college undecided. Your first general education courses count toward your degree no matter which major you choose, so you can explore while you make progress.

You'll have support along the way:

• Take the MyMajors assessment to see your 10 best-fit majors, or try PathwayU to connect your interests and values to careers.
• Meet with your academic advisor or a career advisor to talk through your options.
• Enroll in Career Planning (PSYCH 225), a one-credit course that helps you explore majors and set goals.

Take your time, but don't wait too long to decide. Some courses are open only to declared majors, and some majors, including Education, Nursing and Social Work, have their own admission requirements. Declaring late can push back your graduation. And if you change your mind later, you can change your major at any time.

How do I choose a major or minor?

Start with three questions:

• What do you enjoy? You'll spend hours every week on this subject, so pick something you like learning.
• What are you good at, or eager to learn? Choose a field where you can succeed in upper-level courses.
• What do you want your degree to do for you? You might want it to lead to a specific career, build skills you can use in many fields, or simply let you study a subject you love.

Then think about where you want to go after graduation:

• Some careers require a specific major. Accounting, education, engineering, nursing and social work require a specific major to enter the field or qualify for licensure or certification.
• Many careers don't. These careers require a bachelor's degree, but not a specific major. Employers focus on skills like communication, critical thinking and leadership, and internships help you build them.
• Graduate and professional schools often require specific courses rather than a specific major. For example, medical schools require science courses, but you don't have to major in science. Research admission requirements early.

Choose a minor that deepens a second interest or adds skills for your career goals. For example, you could pair a Business Administration minor with a major in another field.

Not sure where to start? Read the Guide to Choosing a Major, or meet with a career advisor to find the path that sparks your future. When you're ready, your academic advisor will help you declare.

Is a minor worth it?

Minors can provide several benefits and opportunities for college students. Minors can broaden knowledge and skills, enhance career prospects, Integrate multiple studies, and dive deeper into personal subjects.

The point of a minor is to define a secondary area of emphasis to your major that closer explains your knowledge of certain subject areas for employers and other people in the job market.

For some students, a minor may align closely with their career aspirations or provide a competitive advantage in the job market. However, it's important to consider the time and coursework requirements of pursuing a minor, as it may impact the overall workload and time needed to complete the degree.

What are the benefits to declaring a major early on?

Declaring a major early on has several benefits. By declaring a major early on you can start taking courses specific to your targeted study and helps with future academic planning. Job opportunities and internships become more available the sooner you declare a major. Scholarships for your study also become more available the sooner you declare a major.

Opportunities such as student organizations, honor societies, internships, and departmental activities become available the moment you decide. Relieving your stress by having a plan makes your college experience all the better.