The Catholic University for Independent Thinkers
"Our school must be a center of learning in which new thought springs from the soil of the great tradition – with students themselves taking part in that vital process of discovery." – Dr. Louise Cowan
The Art Department provides a challenging study of Ceramics, Painting, Art History, Sculpture and Printmaking in addition to a Pre-Archictecture program.
Students at UD explore biology that incorporates hands-on experience in the laboratory and field as well as satisfy requirements for many pre-health professions including Pre-Medicine & Pre-Dentistry.
In addition to the B.A. and B.S., the department offers a B.S. in Biochemistry.
The classics major is based upon the study of works of the first rank within Western Civilization. Students can get degrees in Classics or Philology as well as Concentrations in Biblical Greek, Greek, or Latin.
This major consists of 50 hours of computer science, math and physics courses, and combines critical thinking with a creative, intellectual pursuit.
The Drama Department develops students in the study of theater and performing arts while earning either a B.A. or a Concentration.
Economics majors at UD achieve an understanding of the history of economics, economic theory and the economic way of thinking. Earn either a B.A. in Economics or Economics & Finance.
An education major at UD provides academic and professional development for future teachers. Students can earn their B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies.
With a foundation in the study of literature, an English major learns to think critically and write well.
The History Department seeks to know about the human past and, through that study, understand human conduct.
This concentration offers an opportunity to integrate the undergraduate curriculum in the humanities and the sciences.
Explore social sciences and humanities in the context of the contemporary world.
This concentration provides an opportunity for students to learn about the international environment.
This concentration provides an opportunity for students to gain an understanding of the role of the media in American society and to receive instruction in the basic skills needed to perform adequately in the field.
This major strengthens students’ imaginative and deductive powers through rigorous mathematical thinking. They can earn either a B.A. or B.S. in Mathematics or a Concentration in Applied Math or Pure Math.
The Modern Languages Department at UD centers foreign language learning on the liberal arts. Students can earn a B.A. or Concentration in French, Italian, German, Spanish or Comparative Literary Traditions.
The music concentration provides students with the opportunity to develop their knowledge of music education and performance.
The biology and nursing dual-degree program between UD and TWU can be completed in five years.
This major gives academically excellent students the opportunity to design their own major course of study.
The philosophy major at UD allows students to explore the western philosophical tradition.
The scope of studies in physics is well represented in the curriculum of UD's Physics Department. Students can earn a B.A., B.S., or a concentration in Applied Physics.
Explore the themes of justice, equality, religion and morality while earning a BA. One can also earn a Concentration in Political Philosophy or American Politics.
Coursework in this concentration prepares students for law school and careers in the legal profession.
The Psychology Department explores the study of psychology as a liberal art and a rigorous science.
The theology major focuses its coursework on scripture, Christian doctrine, systematic and moral theology.