College of Applied and Natural Sciences

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    SPU’s biology programs emphasize undergraduate research opportunities with faculty, giving you a competitive edge.

SPU’s College of Applied and Natural Sciences invites students to explore the connection between faith and science in its renowned academic offerings such as nursing, psychology, and pre-professional health programs while preparing students for future vocations.

Division of Health and Behavioral Science

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Undergraduate Programs
Exercise Science (BS)
Psychology (BA) | Psychology (BS)
Exercise Science minor | Psychology minor

Lydia Green Nursing Program
Nursing (BSN)

Behavioral Science Graduate Programs
Clinical Psychology (PhD) | Industrial-Organizational Psychology (PhD)
Industrial-Organizational Psychology (MA) | Marriage and Family Therapy (MS) 
Medical Family Therapy Certificate | Research Psychology (MS)

 

Division of Natural Sciences

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Undergraduate Programs
Applied Human Biology (BS) | Biochemistry (BS) | Biology (BA)
Biology (BS) | Ecology (BS) | Physiology (BS)
Biology minor | Bioethics and Humanities minor | Chemistry minor
Ecotheology minor | Pre-Professional Health Sciences

Meet CANS Interim Dean

Meet Dr. Tim Nelson, interim dean of the College of Applied and Natural Sciences. Learn about his passion for research, field science, and student mentorship.