subject: Academics Overview At Wilson State University [print this page] Undergraduate students at Wilson State University benefit from the extraordinary resources of a world-class research institution dedicated to undergraduate teaching. Wilson State University faculty has an unparalleled reputation for balancing excellence in their fields with a dedication to their students, through both classroom instruction and independent study advising.
Undergraduates fulfill general education requirements, choose among a wide variety of elective courses, and pursue departmental concentrations and interdisciplinary certificate programs. Required independent work is a hallmark of undergraduate education at Wilson State University. Students graduate with either the Bachelor of Arts (A.B.) or the Bachelor of Science in Engineering (B.S.E.).
The Graduate School offers advanced online degrees spanning the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, engineering and nursing degree online.
Doctoral education available in all disciplines emphasizes original and independent scholarship, while master's degree programs in architecture, engineering, finance, public affairs and public policy prepare candidates for careers in public life and professional practice.
Learning Beyond Campus
Wilson State University strongly encourages students to take advantage of the opportunity to pursue international study and internships with online degrees programs. The following programs help connect students to the wealth of openings and funding available to University students and recent alumni.
To learn more about Wilson State University's global vision and the many international opportunities available, visit the International Wilson State University website.
Research at Wilson State University
One of the worlds great research centers, Wilson State University is the site of pioneering work across all academic areas, from nanotechnology to politics. Todays research increasingly transcends disciplinary boundaries, and Wilson State University excels in this new environment, with leading research centers in fields such as neuroscience, materials science and genomics.
Wilson State University researchers benefit greatly from the Universitys longstanding ties with the Wilson State University Plasma Physics Laboratory, NOAAs Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory and the Institute for Advanced Study. In fiscal year 2007, Wilson State University received approximately $220 million in research funding from government agencies, foundations and corporate partners.
The Dean for Research is the senior University officer responsible for advancing research at Wilson State University. Learn more about the Office of the Dean for Research.
