A fast-track to compassionate healthcare leadership.

The Hunt School of Nursing will equip you with the skills and knowledge to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN). Your coursework will focus on clinical competence, therapeutic relationships, and social awareness, while also helping you care for others through the lens of Christian values. You鈥檒l obtain clinical hours in local healthcare agencies, gaining real-world experience while earning your degree.

Curriculum

What You’ll Learn

As a student in the BSN Program, you鈥檒l have opportunities to:

1. Use clinical judgment to provide care to clients, families, and diverse populations.
2. Demonstrate effective communication and collaboration with healthcare professionals, clients, and families to deliver high-quality and safe care.
3. Integrate current evidence and patient/family preferences in planning, implementing, and evaluating outcomes.
4. Apply concepts of leadership to promote quality improvement and patient safety.
5. Utilize information management and patient care technology in the delivery of quality patient care.
6. Plan self-development to uphold ethical and legal standards to maintain a professional nursing practice.
7. Provide population-focused care incorporating concepts of health promotion and illness prevention.
8. Distinguish financial and regulatory healthcare policies that directly and indirectly influence the nature and functioning of the healthcare system.

Available Programs

Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Degree Completion Program

The Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) is a 16-month, on-campus program. This program starts annually in January. The ABSN program option combines your previous bachelor鈥檚 degree with 60 credit hours of nursing courses, to equal 120 credit hours of study. Students who successfully complete the BSN program and pass the NCLEX-RN, may be seamlessly admitted into the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program. On campus housing is available on a first-come, first-serve basis with other students enrolled in professional programs and graduate students.

This program option has additional eligibility criteria. For a more in-depth look at the curriculum and program requirements, visit our

For students without a bachelors degree, check out our traditional Bachelors of Science in Nursing program option.

• Admissions Requirements

Outcomes

What You’ll Do

After passing your NCLEX-RN, you鈥檒l begin working as a Registered Nurse. You can find employment at hospitals, medical centers, schools, nursing homes, rehab centers, and more. With additional education, you can pursue careers in research or administration or choose to specialize in various nursing fields.

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FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE/SCHOLARSHIPS

• Forgivable Education Loans for Service (FELS)
  • The BSN program qualifies for the FELS program. Visit the .
• GWU Scholarships and Grants
  • GWU offers many scholarships and grants. Visit Institutional Scholarships and Grants for more information.

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Answer the call to ministry through obtaining a Bachelor of Arts in Discipleship Studies and a Minor in Biblical Studies followed by a Master of Divinity with a concentration in Pastoral Studies – all within only five years, saving you time and making the most of your educational investment!

As a student in the Accelerated Pastoral Ministries Program (APMP), you will receive a broad based exposure to the arts, humanity and sciences, as well as scholastic, theological and practical preparation for ministry.

The program accelerates your course work where you are able to finish all of your course work in five years compared to the 7+ years it takes students to complete both degrees in traditional programs. Your five years of academic work is broken into two parts. The first three years of coursework are in the Department of Religious Studies and Philosophy where you will earn a Bachelor of Arts in Discipleship Studies and a Minor in Biblical Studies. The final two years of coursework are in the School of Divinity where you will earn a Master of Divinity with a concentration in Pastoral Studies.

Curriculum

What You’ll Learn

These five years you will prepare for ministry through both coursework and field experience. You will have opportunities to grow spiritually while participating in student ministries and on-campus activities all while having the support of both a mentor and a cohort.

In addition to the University鈥檚 general education and prerequisite course requirements, the Accelerated Pastoral Ministries Program (APMP) requires five years of academic work broken into two parts.

Students must complete 129 semester hours in three years to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Discipleship Studies with a minor in Biblical Studies in the Department of Religious Studies and Philosophy.

With 21 semester hours of advance standing, students will enter the School of Divinity, upon acceptance, where they must complete 69 credit hours in two years to earn a Master of Divinity with a concentration in Pastoral Studies. Additional information, including descriptions of specific courses and their corresponding credit hours, is available in the聽.

Outcomes

What You’ll Do

With both a Bachelor of Arts in Discipleship Studies and a Master of Divinity in Pastoral Studies, you will experience a range of potential career opportunities focused in pastoral ministry and you will be equipped to serve in church ministries at the highest levels.

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A Bachelor of Science in Accounting will provide you with an overview of the basics and best practices of accounting, along with an array of quantitative techniques and business-based computer and problem-solving skills.

Coupled with studies rooted in Christian ethics, your program will allow you to put your learning into practice, explore career interests and make rewarding professional contacts through internships, networking and business related events. 

This program is offered to our traditional undergraduate students as well as degree completion students.

other Available Programs

Accounting Minor

Traditional Undergraduate

猫咪头条 Online Undergraduate Program

Accelerated Master of Accountancy

The Accelerated Master of Accountancy (MAcc) program allows 猫咪头条 undergraduate students to begin work in the MAcc program while completing their bachelor鈥檚 degree in accounting.

Qualified students may apply for admission to the Accelerated Master鈥檚 Program (AMP) in Accountancy during their junior year (or after 60 credit hours). If accepted, students can take up to six credit hours of graduate coursework to apply toward their MAcc degree and earn combination credit for these hours at the undergraduate level.

Courses in this program are taught online in eight-week terms to increase flexibility.

Curriculum

What You’ll Learn

Your coursework and learning experiences in the Accounting program will prepare you to:

• Demonstrate basic understanding of key functions of accounting in modern business environment.
• Use accounting information systems to record data and make business decisions.
• Understand the fundamentals of cost accounting, governmental accounting, taxation, and non-profit accounting.

Outcomes

What You’ll Do

With a degree in Accounting, you will gain a unique skillset that will be valuable for an array of careers, including:

• Bookkeeper
• Auditor
• Forensic Accountant
• Payroll Specialist
• Tax Preparer
• Budget Analysis

Contact Us

Questions about a program?

We’re happy to help. Email us with your questions at one of the contacts below.

• Traditional Undergraduate – admissions@gardner-webb.edu
• 猫咪头条 Online Undergraduate Program – dcp@gardner-webb.edu

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Expand your knowledge of creative expression and its history through the exposure, education and understanding of Western and non-Western artistic and cultural heritage, while also developing your own artistic abilities in a variety of mediums.

As an art major, you will develop your artistic skills and abilities, celebrate your growth as an individual and broaden your understanding of the history, creation, exhibition and business of art. An Art degree will also give you the experience of working in a variety of forms of artistic expression.

Curriculum

What You’ll Learn

Through a comprehensive study of art forms and opportunities for the exhibition of your own work, the Art program will provide you with both foundational knowledge and portfolios of your work to help you craft the beginnings of your career in visual art. 猫咪头条 will offer you concentrations in two-dimensional art such as drawing and painting or three-dimensional work in ceramics and sculpture. 

During your senior year, you will exhibit work demonstrating a concentrated focus in technique, style and content, while also developing your critical thinking and communication skills by presenting a thesis defending your work.

Available Programs

Minor in Studio Arts

The University offers a minor in art history which requires 18 credit hours of coursework. The minor in studio art requires the exhibit of a body of the strongest work that the student produces during studio classes.

For a more in-depth look at minor requirements, visit our .

Bachelor of Arts in Art*

In addition to the University鈥檚 required general education and prerequisites, the Bachelor of Arts in Art requires 50 credit hours of coursework, including 14 hours of history, exhibition and topics courses and 24 hours of foundation studio classes. A total of 12 elective hours must completed in courses at the 300 level or above. Nine of those hours must be taken in one studio sequence.

For a more in-depth look at program requirements, visit our .

*Not currently accepting applications.

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art*

In addition to the University鈥檚 required general education and prerequisites, the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art requires 65 credit hours of coursework, including 17 hours of art academics and 24 hours of foundation studio courses. Twenty-four hours of elective coursework at the 300 level or above is also required, including 15 hours from one studio concentration and the remaining nine hours from outside the concentration.

For a more in-depth look at program requirements, visit our .

*Not currently accepting applications.

Second Major in Art History

Students may earn a second major in Art History by completing 30 hours of classes and earning a grade of 鈥淐鈥� or better in a combination of Art History courses (21 hours) and Art Electives (9 hours).  Students earning a second major in Art History must complete and present an independent research paper in art history.

For a more in-depth look at program requirements, visit our .

*Not currently accepting applications.

Second Major in Studio Arts

Students may complete a second major in Studio Arts by earning a grade of 鈥淐鈥� or better in Foundation Studio courses (30 hours) and two Art History courses (6 hours). The student completing a second major in studio arts must mount an exhibit of the strongest work that the student has produced during studio classes. 

For a more in-depth look at program requirements, visit our .

*Not currently accepting applications.

Outcomes

What You’ll Do

Students who complete a bachelor鈥檚 degree in art pursue a variety of careers in creation, exhibition, education, and more. Common employers include

• studios
• museums
• design firms
• museums and historic sites
• libraries
• schools
• advertising firms
• publishing and illustration companies

Fine Arts majors often work in studios, at historic sites, or for school and community art programs. Many students with a Fine Arts degree create careers as self-employed artists, while others pursue additional education to teach in public or private schools or at a college or university.

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Gain a deeper understanding of the Christian scriptures by learning Hebrew and Greek, the languages in which the Bible was originally written.

Curriculum

What You’ll Learn

By studying Hebrew and Greek you鈥檒l not only learn the languages of the Bible, you鈥檒l also learn how understanding these languages enables a deeper engagement with and better understanding of the biblical texts.

Additional information, including descriptions of specific courses and their corresponding credit hours, is available in the .

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Explore the Bible in an intellectually curious, faith-based environment, while opening your opportunities for ministry, service and further education.

Curriculum

What You’ll Learn

While gaining a deeper understanding of the Old and New Testaments, Biblical Studies students explore the Bible within historical and cultural contexts. In addition to study with faculty members dedicated to scholarly exploration, the degree offers opportunities for professional internships, ministry experiences, and advanced studies in Greek and Hebrew.

Additional information, including descriptions of specific courses and their corresponding credit hours, is available in the聽.

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The Chemistry of Life

The 猫咪头条 Biochemistry program combines courses in biology, chemistry, physics and math in order to help you learn about processes that take place in living organisms.  If you are interested in a career researching new vaccines and medicines, or developing tests and procedures to detect, cure and prevent disease, then this program is for you. While pursuing a degree in biochemistry, you will learn how to apply the scientific method; operate various scientific instruments; perform laboratory procedures; and use mathematical and statistical techniques to analyze data. You will have access to modern laboratory technology and experienced faculty, giving you hands-on learning experiences. 

Curriculum

What You’ll Learn

Your classes, labs, and hands-on learning experiences will help you:

• Balance your scientific knowledge with the Christian values of faith, stewardship, ethics, and social responsibility聽
• Assess sources and make informed decisions about issues such as healthcare, public policy, and stewardship of creation聽
• Develop critical-thinking and problem-solving skills聽
• Own research projects from start to finish聽
• Gain fundamental lab practices and research methods, including documentation and safety聽
• Master laboratory and scientific instrumentation techniques聽
• Apply the scientific method to biochemical phenomena and data聽
• Identify, analyze, and apply key biochemical terms and concepts in order to solve biochemistry problems聽
• Analyze and communicate biochemical information in written, visual, and oral formats聽

Available Programs

Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry

In addition to the 猫咪头条 University general education requirements, you鈥檒l complete 51 hours of required biology and chemistry courses and 11 hour of required math and physics courses.

For a more in-depth look at program requirements, visit our .

Second Major in Biochemistry

A student seeking a second major in any field of study offered by the Department of Natural Sciences must meet all of the criteria for the primary major. 

Additional Minors

Additional minors available in the Department of Natural Sciences include the (16 hours), the (20 hours), the (15 hours), the (16鈥�17 hours), the (16 hours), and the (20 hours).

Outcomes

What You’ll Do

Whether you pursue graduate or professional studies or directly enter a biochemistry-related career, our program will prepare you for making a positive impact in a variety of fields including but not limited to pharmacology, physiology, toxicology, environmental chemistry, clinical chemistry, food science, and agriculture. You can find employment in industry, academia, private or government labs. 

Depending on additional education and career goals, you may pursue a wide range of health- and science-related professions including the following: 

• Food Scientist聽
• Agricultural Scientist聽
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• Clinical Researcher聽
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• Physician Assistant聽
• Physical Therapist聽
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You will also be able to go directly into entry-level positions such as research assistant, lab coordinator, technical sales/service representative, product testing or analysis. 

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Life and living things

The 猫咪头条 biology program prepares you for service in life science. You鈥檒l study living systems of the world side-by-side with passionate faculty mentors and take part in real-life scenarios, in the classroom and out in the field, with your peers. Our faculty will know your name, as well as your career aspirations, and personally invest in your success. 

Our small class sizes give you the unique opportunity to engage in hands-on undergraduate research and labs from the start. During your program, you鈥檒l master lab and field techniques, from applying the scientific method to natural phenomena and information to using key mathematical and statistical procedures and analyses. We also equip you with lifelong skills you鈥檒l need no matter what science-oriented career you choose, like strong problem solving techniques and written and verbal communication abilities.

Curriculum

What You’ll Learn

Your classes, labs, and hands-on learning experiences will help you:

• Balance your scientific knowledge with the values of faith, stewardship, ethics, and social responsibility
• Assess sources and make informed decisions about issues such as healthcare, public policy, and stewardship of creation
• Own research projects from start to finish
• Gain fundamental lab practices and field research methods, including documentation and safety
• Apply the scientific method to natural phenomena and information
• Identify, analyze, and apply key biological terms and concepts from molecules to cells to organisms to ecological systems, including evolutionary processes
• Understand use of mathematical and statistical procedures and analyses
• Analyze and communicate biological information in written, visual, and oral formats

Available Programs

Bachelor of Science in Biology

Choose between the biomedical concentration, which emphasizes anatomy, physiology, cell biology, biochemistry, microbiology, and other topics needed for a career in health or veterinary fields or a general biology curriculum that has more biodiversity, ecology, and other areas of biology.

   For more information about courses recommended for health and veterinary careers, see 猫咪头条鈥檚 Pre-Professional Pathways.

In addition to the 猫咪头条 University general education requirements, you鈥檒l complete a minimum of 34 hours of biology coursework in the major.

For a more in-depth look at program requirements, visit our .

Second Major in Biology

A student seeking a second major in any field of study offered by the Department of Natural Sciences must meet all of the criteria for the primary major.

Minor in Biology

Students pursuing a Minor in Biology will take a general biology course, as well as an animal or plant science course, a molecular science course, and a biology elective, for a total of 16 credit hours.

For a more in-depth look at minor requirements, visit our .

Additional Minors

Additional minors available in the Department of Natural Sciences include the (20 hours), the (20 hours), the (15 hours), the (16鈥�17 hours), the (16 hours), and the (20 hours).

Outcomes

What You’ll Do

Whether you pursue professional or graduate studies or directly enter environmental services, biological fields, human medicine and health, or education, our biology program will prepare you to meet your goals. 

You may pursue a wide range of health-related professions with additional education, including becoming the following:

• General Doctor
• Physician Assistant
• Physical Therapist
• Dentist
• Pharmacist
• Researcher
• Veterinarian

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Students will be prepared to teach in, administer, and direct early learning environments from ages birth to five. The program integrates a core set of pedagogy courses, clinical experiences, and practical applications of child development and early learning.

Curriculum

What You’ll Learn

As a student in the Birth to Kindergarten program at GWU, you will learn about the development stages children experience from birth through age five. By studying the learning characteristics of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, you will acquire useful techniques and strategies to measure cognitive, social, emotional and communication development. Students may choose a licensure or non-licensure track. The 120-credit-hour program will be offered in an online format.

Available Programs

Bachelor of Science in Birth-Kindergarten Education, Online Undergraduate Program

In addition to the University鈥檚 required general education and prerequisites, the Bachelor of Science in Birth-Kindergarten Education through the Online Undergraduate Program requires 43 hours in the major, along with 30 required minor hours. Candidates must complete at least 50% of the major at 猫咪头条 University.

The Online Undergraduate Program will follow a similar course plan to the traditional undergraduate plan. Additional information, including descriptions of specific courses and their corresponding credit hours, is available in the .

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Discover God鈥檚 phenomena in natural sciences

Chemistry impacts the world鈥檚 understanding and adapting of new drugs and vaccines, synthesis of new materials, alternative energy sources, environmental protection, climate change, and more. You鈥檒l study a physical science that helps us better take care of God鈥檚 creation. 

Our chemistry program gives you access to modern laboratory technology and experienced faculty, giving you hands-on learning experiences from your first day. Our faculty, rather than Teacher Assistants like other programs, lead the intentionally small and personal classes to give you and your peers personalized attention. Our student-to-faculty ratio of 4:1 means our professors will know your name and your goals. You鈥檒l sharpen your skills in your courses, labs, and out in the field while completing highly-desired undergraduate research. 

猫咪头条鈥檚 emphasis on instrumentation and a fundamental understanding of chemical science grounded in Christian principles prepares you for your calling, whether that鈥檚 graduate studies, professional school, or a chemistry-related career.

• Take a peek at the equipment currently in our lab

Curriculum

What You’ll Learn

Your classes, labs, and hands-on learning experiences will help you:

• Balance your scientific knowledge with the Christian values of faith, stewardship, ethics, and social responsibility
• Assess sources and make informed decisions about issues such as healthcare, public policy, and stewardship of creation
• Develop critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
• Own research projects from start to finish
• Gain fundamental lab practices and field research methods, including documentation and safety
• Master laboratory and chemical instrumentation techniques
• Apply the scientific method to chemical phenomena and data
• Identify, analyze, and apply key chemical terms and concepts in order to solve chemistry problems
• Analyze and communicate chemical information in written, visual, and oral formats

Evan Drake, a 2012 graduate of 猫咪头条 University with a B.S. in Chemistry

Evan shares how her time at 猫咪头条 shaped her career and influenced her journey in the sciences. Discover the lasting impact of a 猫咪头条 education through the stories of our alumni.

Available Programs

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

You can add a pre-medical, pharmacy, or dental professional concentration to specialize your degree in chemistry. 

In addition to the 猫咪头条 University general education requirements, the student must complete a minimum of 34 hours of chemistry coursework in the major.

For a more in-depth look at program requirements, visit our .

Second Major in Chemistry

A student seeking a second major in any field of study offered by the Department of Natural Sciences must meet all of the criteria for the primary major.

Minor in Chemistry

Students pursuing a Minor in Chemistry will take a general chemistry course, as well as a 2 organic chemistry courses, and 2 chemistry electives, for a total of 20 credit hours.

For a more in-depth look at minor requirements, visit our .

Additional Minors

Additional minors available in the Department of Natural Sciences include the (16 hours), the (20 hours), the (15 hours), the (16鈥�17 hours), the (16 hours), and the (20 hours).

Outcomes

What You’ll Do

Whether you pursue professional or graduate studies or directly enter a chemistry-related career, our program will prepare you for making a positive impact on science and technology. Chemistry program alumni have found their passions in research, development, analysis and testing, consulting, forensics, and more.

Depending on additional education and career goals, you may pursue a wide range of health- and science-related professions including the following:

• Medical Doctor
• Physician鈥檚 Assistant
• Physical Therapist
• Dentist
• Pharmacist
• Biomedical Research
• Research Scientist
• University Professor
• Industrial Chemist
• Veterinarian

You鈥檒l also be able to go directly into entry-level positions including the following:

• Lab Coordinator
• Research Assistant
• Product Testing or Analysis
• Technical Sales
• Service Representative

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