18 Bachelor's degrees offered by the university

Understanding the big questions in life and how to apply them to the real world that’s what you can expect from the Philosophy program of Ball State University. If you constantly ask the question “Why?” and seek wisdom and truth, this program is an ideal fit for you.

Gain a new perspective on your favorite authors and discover new ones with the Literature program of Ball State University.

The Acting program of Ball State University is an outstanding undergraduate-only, pre-professional training program within a liberal arts education. It was named one of the top 10 BFA in acting programs in the country.

The English - Creative Writing degree at Ball State University is designed to prepare you for the next step in your writing life.

The Japanese program of Ball State University will teach you the language and the culture of this dynamic country. Ball State is one of only two universities in Indiana to offer a bachelor’s degree in Japanese.

The Theatre Creation program of Ball State University is for students who desire a broad–based education in theatre. The advantage of this unique option is that you have the freedom to discover and explore aspects of theatre you may not have previously experienced or learned about.

The General Studies program of Ball State University offers an excellent opportunity for students who want to acquire knowledge and skills in various subject areas.

The English-Language Arts Education Major is offered by Ball State University. Are you interested in becoming not just a teacher, but an English teacher? Are you interested in revolutionizing what it means to be a teacher?

Equip yourself with the confidence, connections and expertise to tell stories that matter for news outlets, magazines, businesses and nonprofits around the world, by joining this Journalism - Writing and Multimedia Storytelling program at Ball State University.

The Women's and Gender Studies program of Ball State University offers a comprehensive overview of women’s and men’s gendered experiences. Due to its flexible, multidisciplinary nature, this degree is excellent preparation for a variety of career paths.

Choose the Rhetoric and Writing program of Ball State University, and you’ll become immersed in the theory and practice of discourse, with an emphasis on written forms.

The Public History Major is offered by Ball State University. Studying the past exposes people to the diversity of human cultures, helps them comprehend change and continuity over time, enhances their ability to discern patterns of comparison and contrast amid the complexities and similarities of human experience, and sharpens their communication skills. 

The History Major is offered by Ball State University. Our degree in history program will prepare you for a variety of careers—anything from insurance claims adjustment to college administration to nonprofits. Or, if you combine this with foreign language training, this major is the best option to prepare for graduate school, including history, law school, or library and information science.

The Japanese Language Teaching Major is offered by Ball State University. In an increasingly diverse and international global system, the ability to communicate in multiple languages is a valuable and necessary attribute. 

Our program in Foreign Language Teaching (French, Japanese, Latin, Spanish) at Ball State University offers you numerous opportunities to learn about a language and culture while simultaneously developing skills and abilities related to teaching.

Gain a deeper understanding of language (English and languages around the world) with an English - Applied Linguistics BA at Ball State University.

With the German program of Ball State University you will stand out among applicants for the many jobs available that require a strong knowledge of the language spoken by one of the world’s top five economies, where most major U.S. companies have sizeable investments and offices in Germany.

With the Classical Cultures program of Ball State University, you’ll become fully immersed in the fascinating and significant civilizations of ancient Greece and Rome. If your career ambitions include teaching in a secondary or post-secondary setting—or advancing to graduate-level work—these majors will help you achieve your goals.