Majors (and minors) by area of focus

Exploration categorizes Ohio State's majors into six areas of focus. You may find that it's easier to first narrow down which area or areas you're most interested in. Within each of the criteria to enter categories here, you'll see the list of majors grouped under the following areas of focus:

Arts, innovation and creativity

Majors in this area involve creating and appreciating art, architecture and more.

Taste of OSU, Office of International Affairs student event

Behavior, culture and context

The majors in this area focus on human beings: our history, our cultures, our languages and our humanity.

Students in public relations class taught by Mary Sterenberg

Education and public service

Majors in this group may lead to teaching, developing public policies, advancing public health and other majors that focus on sharing.

Jessica Zimmer working at Columbus Free Clinic

Health professions

This area of focus includes health professions, chemistry, biology and majors focusing on the psychological, emotional and social side of health and wellness.

Professor Ken Fujita during a lab meeting with students

Management and industry

You may be interested in the numbers and data side of business or the relationships and persuasion side of things. This area includes all business-related options.

Sam Ratvasky and Alec Vanderbilt working in a lab

Science, technology and the environment

This area includes majors in engineering, technology, science and environmental science.