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At Johnson & Wales University, we believe that when students start their academic journey from a place of exploration and self-discovery, learning becomes more intuitive and fun. In fact, we find that when students have the freedom to explore their interests, they take ownership of their academic goals
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and focus their energy on what matters most to them. No matter what your family is looking for in a university, we’ve got it. Our six premier colleges can offer adventures in Arts & Sciences, Business, Food Innovation & Technology, Health & Wellness, Hospitality Management and Engineering & Design. Plus, our curriculum is enhanced with opportunities for
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think and learn how to approach teamwork. With the help of our faculty mentors and academic advisors, JWU students are part of a community of like-minded people who are discovering new ways to excel. They have the support they need to try out different fields of study and
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From Health & Wellness to Engineering & Design, students get hands on in classrooms built for discovery.
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NO MAJOR?
If your student is having trouble choosing a major, don’t worry — we’ve got you. There are several ways students can begin exploring different topics at Johnson & Wales. Each option provides unique opportunities for students to design their studies to fit their needs.
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Innovative, high-tech equipment makes classwork feel like play.
Culinary Science students explore their entrepreneurial side at JWU Sharkfest, a business pitch competition open to all majors.
Graphic Design students display their work in the Providence Campus design gallery.
Undeclared: University Explorations
Undeclared: Business Explorations
Offered through the College of Arts & Sciences, students in this program can take classes across the university — from health to design to media studies and psychology — so they can explore the different majors available at JWU and decide which program they will pursue at the end of their first year. In addition, they’ll also take core Arts & Sciences classes to stay on track to graduation.
Housed in the College of Business, this program allows students to start taking basic business and general studies courses as they explore program options. As students refine their interests, they’ll get a better sense of which industry areas they’d like to focus on when they declare a major at the end of their first year.
Interdisciplinary Studies: Design Your Own Major
“ We want students to know they are where they belong — which is in a college that allows them to explore and discover.” — Dean Michael Fein, Ph.D., College of Arts & Sciences
When students select this option, they will work side by side with a faculty advisor to create a program that’s as unique as their interests. They can choose to combine two or three different majors, from any JWU college, to craft their own customized path. Some examples students have already created include: Sustainable Baking, Food Marketing Communications, Sports Media, Justice Studies, Political Economy, and Creative Entrepreneurship.
Academic support is the biggest key to success in the classroom.
Liberal Studies This program gives students the ability to explore, in-depth, everything the College of Arts & Sciences has to offer. Liberal Studies combines the breadth of a liberal arts education with the professionally focused training for which JWU is known. Students can specialize in either Arts & Culture or Science & Society, and can round out their experience by pairing their degree with any minor available across the university.
“ This is a major that was made to help ambitious students like myself, who find themselves interested in studying from multiple areas. Being able to take aspects from existing majors and create my own curriculum makes me feel more in control of my education.” — Leah Ward ’23 Interdisciplinary Studies: Design Your Own Major student
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Internships often partner students with real companies to build campaigns, develop new strategies and more.
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Our faculty make the best mentors because most of them have spent decades working in their chosen industries. Your student will often work one-on-one with them to learn from their expertise and reach academic goals.
ACAD E M I C AN D PE R S O NAL S U PP O RT TO E XPLO R E WITH CO N F I D E N C E In addition to professors, your student will also have an academic advisor to keep them on track and help them select courses. And, there’s tons of support services on campus to help them achieve success in and out of the classroom.
A W I D E R AN G E O F PRO G R AM S AN D E LEC TIVE S O FFE R E N D LE S S P O S S I B I LITI E S With over 100 graduate and undergraduate programs, plus all the electives available, your student will have the freedom to gravitate towards what interests them most and then build an academic plan from there.
R E A DY T O G E T S TA R T E D ? SO ARE WE If your student has already applied, we’re excited to meet them. If not, they can apply online at
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R E AL- WO R LD PRO J EC T S C O M E I NTO TH E C L AS S RO O M Directed Experiential Education projects (DEE’s) as well as other internship opportunities are an exciting way for your student to “test-drive” potential career paths as they work with real companies on real projects that will have an impact.
“As associate dean, I am proud of the programs we offer, for we embody skills such as critical thinking, analysis and synthesis, all required in a workforce that demands employees tackle multiple challenges.” — Rory Senerchia, Ph.D., associate dean & professor
“ Choosing a major is a big choice, but it doesn’t have to be a hasty decision.” — Wendy Wagner, Ph.D., honors director & professor
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