New College Degree Programs Announced in December 2023

January 8, 2024

In December, colleges announced a bevy of degree programs. From healthcare heroes armed with cutting-edge technology to tech titans shaping the digital future, a diverse array of educational programs is rolling out. A few are old staples, while others are poised to beam us into the future. These new programs may stimulate your thinking; please keep in mind that they should be carefully evaluated to be sure they meet your standards for mission alignment, academic quality, student demand, job opportunities, competition, and economics.

If you are interested in any of these programs, please contact us, and we would be glad to send you more information. 

College Programs for Health Professions:

  • Radiologic Technology (Northeast College of Health Sciences)
  • Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Northeast College of Health Sciences)
  • Healthcare Administration (Northeast College of Health Sciences)
  • Occupational Therapy (Harding University)
  • Physical Therapy (University of Memphis)
  • Orthopaedic MBA (Grace College)

College Programs for Computer and Information Sciences:

  • Software Development (Central Wyoming College)
  • Junior Web Developer (Augusta Technical College)
  • Artificial Intelligence (University of Pittsburgh, Worcester Polytechnic Institute)
  • Cybersecurity (Augusta Technical College)
  • Game Development (Pace University)
  • Computer Information Systems (Delta State University)
  • Digital Health Technology (Colorado State University Global)

College Programs for Engineering:

  • Robotics Engineering (West Virginia University)
  • Biomedical Engineering (Miami University)
  • Chemical Engineering (Miami University)
  • Applied Engineering (University of Louisville)
  • Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering (University of Louisville)

College Programs for Business:

  • Entrepreneurship and Innovation (University of Oklahoma)
  • Computer Information Systems (Delta State University)
  • Hospitality Services Management (Delta State University)
  • General Business, Human Resources (Delta State University)
  • General Business, Marketing/Management (Delta State University)
  • Finance (University of Chicago)

Other College Program Announcements:

  • Legal Studies (William & Mary Law School)
  • Marine Service Technician (Cecil College)
  • Biotechnology (Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology)
  • Aviation Management (Delta State University)
  • Diversity, Inclusion, Community Engagement and Equity (DICEE) in the Workplace (University of Louisville)
  • Nursing (Tulane University)
  • Biochemistry (University of Louisville)

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Mary Ann creates, defines, and executes marketing strategy at Gray Decision Intelligence.

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