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APU Department Codes

0500

AREA, ETHNIC AND CULTURAL STUDIES

0501

Area Studies
Area Studies, General
African Studies
American Studies/Civilization
Asian Studies
East Asian Studies
Eastern European Area Studies
European Studies
Latin American Studies
Middle Eastern Studies
Pacific Area Studies
Russian and Slavic Area Studies
Scandinavian Area Studies
South Asian Studies
Southeast Asian Studies
Western European Studies
Canadian Studies

0502

Ethnic and Cultural Studies
Ethnic and Cultural Studies, General
Afro-American (Black) Studies
American Indian/Native American Studies
Hispanic-American Studies
Islamic Studies
Jewish/Judaic Studies
Asian-American Studies
Women's Studies

0800

MARKETING OPERATIONS/MARKETING & DISTRIBUTION

0801

Apparel and Accessories Marketing Operations

Apparel & Accessories Marketing Operations, General
Fashion Merchandising
Fashion Modeling

0802

Business & Personal Services Marketing Operations
Business Services Marketing Operations
Personal Services Marketing Operations

0803

Entrepreneurship

0804

Financial Services Marketing Operations

0900

COMMUNICATIONS
Communications, General

0902

Advertising

0904

Journalism and Mass Communications
Journalism and Mass Communications, General
Journalism
Broadcast Journalism
Mass Communications

0905

Public Relations and Organizational Communications

0907

Radio and Television Broadcasting

1000

COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGIES
Communications Technologies/Technicians, General
Educational/Instructional Media Technology/Technician
Photographic Technology/Technician
Radio & Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician

1100

COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES
Computer and Information Sciences, General

1102

Computer Programming

1103

Data Processing Technology (2-year program)
Data Processing Technology/Technician

1104

Information Sciences and Systems

1105

Computer Systems Analysis

1107

Computer Science

1300

EDUCATION
Education, General

1302

Bilingual/Bicultural Education

1303

Curriculum and Instruction

1304

Education Administration and Supervision
Education Administration and Supervision, General
Administration of Special Education
Adult and Continuing Education Administration
Educational Supervision
Elementary, Middle, & Secondary Education Administration
Higher Education Administration
Community and Junior College Administration

1305

Educational/Instructional Media Design

1306

Educational Evaluation, Research, and Statistics
Educational Evaluation, Research, & Statistics, General
Educational Evaluation and Research
Educational Statistics and Research Methods
Educational Assessment, Testing, & Measurement

1307

International and Comparative Education

1308

Educational Psychology

1309

Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education

1310

Special Education
Special Education, General
Education of the Deaf and Hearing Impaired
Education of the Gifted and Talented
Education of the Emotionally Handicapped
Education of the Mentally Handicapped
Education of the Multiple Handicapped
Education of the Physically Handicapped
Education of the Blind and Visually Handicapped
Education of the Specific Learning Disabled
Education of the Speech Impaired
Education of the Autistic

1311

Student Counseling and Personnel Services
Counselor Education Counseling and Guidance Services
College/Postsecondary Student Counseling and Personnel Services

1312

General Teacher Education
General Teacher Education, General
Adult and Continuing Teacher Education
Elementary Teacher Education
Jr. High/Intermediate/Middle School Teacher Education
Pre-Elem./Early Childhood/Kindergarten Teacher Education
Secondary Teacher Education
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels

1313

Teacher Education, Specific Academic & Vocational Programs
Agricultural Teacher Education (Vocational)
Art Teacher Education
Business Teacher Education (Vocational)
Driver and Safety Teacher Education
English Teacher Education
Foreign Languages Teacher Education
Home Economics Teacher Education (Vocational)
Technology Teacher Ed./Industrial Arts Teacher Ed.
Mkt. Operations Teacher Ed./Mkt. & Distribution Teacher Ed. (Voc)
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Reading Teacher Education

Science Teacher Education
Social Science Teacher Education
Social Studies Teacher Education
Computer Teacher Education
Biology Teacher Education
Chemistry Teacher Education
Drama & Dance Teacher Education
French Language Teacher Education
German Language Teacher Education
History Teacher Education
Physics Teacher Education
Spanish Language Teacher Education
Speech Teacher Education

1314

Teaching English as a Second Language/Foreign Lang.

1315

Teacher Assistant/Aide

1320

Vocational-Technical Education
Technical Teacher Education
Trade and Industrial Teacher Education

1332

Physical Education/Health/Safety Education
Health Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Health Occupations Teacher Education

1600

FOREIGN LANGUAGES AND LITERATURES
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
Linguistics
Foreign Language Interpretation and Translation

1603

East and Southeast Asian Languages and Literatures
East & Southeast Asian Languages and Lit., General
Chinese Language and Literature
Japanese Language and Literature

1604

East European Languages and Literatures
East European Languages and Literatures, General
Russian Language and Literature
Slavic Languages and Literature

1605

Germanic Languages and Literatures
Germanic Languages and Literatures, General
German Languages and Literatures
Scandinavian Languages and Literatures

1606

Greek Languages and Literatures (Modern)

1607

South Asian Languages and Literatures

1609

Romance Languages and Literatures

Romance Languages and Literatures, General
French Language and Literature
Italian Language and Literature
Portuguese Language and Literature
Spanish Language and Literature

1611

Middle Eastern Languages and Literatures
Middle Eastern Languages and Literatures, General
Arabic Language and Literature
Hebrew Language and Literature

1612

Classical & Ancient Near Eastern Languages and Literatures
Classical & Ancient Near Eastern Languages & Lit., General
Classics and Classical Languages & Literatures
Greek Language & Lit. (Ancient & Medieval)
Latin language & Lit (Ancient & Medieval)

2301

ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE

English Language and Literature, General

2303

Comparative Literature

2304

English Composition

2305

English Creative Writing

2307

American Literature (United States)

2308

English Literature (British and Commonwealth)

2310

Speech and Rhetorical Studies

2311

English Technical and Business Writing

2400

LIBERAL ARTS & SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES
Liberal Arts & Sciences, General Studies & Humanities, General
Liberal Arts and Science/Liberal Studies
General Studies
Humanities/Humanistic Studies

2500

LIBRARY SCIENCE
Library Science/Librarianship
Library Assistant

2600

BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES/LIFE SCIENCES

2601

Biology, General

2602

Biochemistry and Biophysics

2603

Botany
Botany, General
Plant Pathology
Plant Physiology

2604

Cell and Molecular Biology

2605

Microbiology/Bacteriology

2606

Miscellaneous Biological Specializations
Miscellaneous Biological Specializations, General
Anatomy
Ecology

Marine/Aquatic Biology
Neuroscience
Nutritional Sciences
Parasitology
Radiation Biology/Radiobiology
Toxicology
Genetics, Plant and Animal
Biometrics
Biostatistics
Biotechnology Research
Evolutionary Biology
Biological Immunology
Virology

2607

Zoology
Zoology, General
Entomology
Pathology, Human and Animal
Pharmacology, Human and Animal
Physiology, Human and Animal

2700

MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS

2701

Mathematics

2703

Applied Mathematics
Applied Mathematics, General
Operations Research

2705

Mathematical Statistics

3000

MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES

3001

Biological & Physical Sciences

3005

Peace and Conflict Studies

3006

Systems Science and Theory

3008

Mathematics and Computer Science

3010

Biopsychology

3011

Gerontology

3012

Historic Preservation, Conservation, & Architecture History

3013

Medieval and Renaissance Studies

3014

Museology/Museum Studies

3015

Science, Technology and Society

3100

PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, & FITNESS STUDIES

3103

Parks, Recreation, Leisure, & Facilities Management

3105

Health and Physical Education/Fitness
Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General
Adapted Phys. Education/Therapeutic Recreation
Athletic Training and Sports Medicine
Sports and Fitness Administration/Management
Exercise Sci./Physiology & Movement Studies
Socio-Psychological Sports Studies

3800

PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGION

3801

Philosophy

3802

Religion/Religious Studies

3900

RELIGION AND THEOLOGICAL STUDIES

3901

Biblical & Other Theological Languages & Literatures

3902

Bible/Biblical Studies

3903

Missions/Missionary Studies and Misology

3904

Religious Education

3905

Religious/Sacred Music

3906

Theological and Ministerial Studies
Theological and Ministerial Studies, General
Theology/Theological Studies
Divinity/Ministry (B.D., M. Div.)
Rabbinical and Talmudic Studies (M.H.L./Rav)

Pre-Theological/Pre-Ministerial Studies
Ordination, Other

3907

Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries

4000

PHYSICAL SCIENCES

4002

Astronomy

4003

Astrophysics

4004

Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology

4005

Chemistry
Chemistry, General
Analytical Chemistry
Inorganic Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Medicinal/Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Physical and Theoretical Chemistry
Polymer Chemistry

4006

Geological and Related Sciences
Geological and Related Sciences, General
Geology
Geochemistry
Geophysics and Seismology
Paleontology

4007

Miscellaneous Physical Sciences
Miscellaneous Physical Sciences, General
Metallurgy
Oceanography
Earth and Planetary Sciences

4008

Physics
Physics, General
Chemical and Atomic/Molecular Physics
Elementary Particle Physics
Plasma and High-Temperature Physics
Nuclear Physics
Optics
Solid State and Low-Temperature Physics
Acoustics
Theoretical and Mathematical Physics

4100

SCIENCE TECHNOLOGIES

4101

Biological Technology

4102

Nuclear and Industrial Radiologic Technologies
Nuclear & Industrial Radiologic Technologies/Technician, General
Industrial Radiologic Technology/Technician
Nuclear/Nuclear Power Technology/Technician

4103

Physical Science Technologies
Physical Science Technology/Technicians, General
Chemical Technology/Technician

4200

PSYCHOLOGY
Psychology, General

4202

Clinical Psychology

4203

Cognitive Psychology and Psycholinguistics

4204

Community Psychology

4206

Counseling Psychology

4207

Developmental and Child Psychology

4208

Experimental Psychology

4209

Industrial and Organizational Psychology

4211

Physiological Psychology/Psychobiology

4216

Social Psychology

4217

School Psychology

4300

PROTECTIVE SERVICES

4301

Criminal Justice and Corrections
Criminal Justice and Corrections, General
Corrections/Correctional Administration
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Criminal Justice Studies
Forensic Technology/Technician

Law Enforcement/Police Science
Security and Loss Prevention Services

4302

Fire Protection
Fire Protection, General
Fire Protection and Safety Technol./Technician
Fire Services Administration
Fire Science/Firefighting

4400

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SERVICES

4402

Community Organization, Resources and Services

4404

Public Administration

4405

Public Policy Analysis

4407

Social Work and Service

4500

SOCIAL SCIENCES
Social Sciences, General

4502

Anthropology

4503

Archeology

4504

Criminology

4505

Demography/Population Studies

4506

Economics
Economics, General
Applied and Resource Economics
Econometrics and Quantitative Economics
Development Economics & International Development
International Economics

4507

Geography
Cartography

4508

History
History, General
American (United States) History
European History
History & Philosophy of Science & Technology

Public/Applied History & Archival Administration

4509

International Relations and Affairs

4510

Political Science and Government
Political Science and Government, General
American Government and Politics

4511

Sociology

4512

Urban Affairs/Studies

5000

FINE AND APPLIED ARTS

5001

Visual and Performing Arts

5002

Crafts, Folk Art, And Artisanry

5003

Dance

5004

Design and Applied Arts

Design and Applied Arts, General
Design and Visual Communications
Graphic Design, Commercial Art, and Illustration
Industrial Design
Commercial Photography
Fashion Design and Illustration
Interior Design

5005

Dramatic/Theater Arts and Stagecraft
Drama/Theater Arts & Stagecraft, General
Technical Theater/theater Design and Stagecraft
Acting and Directing
Playwriting and Screenwriting
Drama/Theater Literature, History, and Criticism

5006

Film/Video and Photographic Arts
Film/Video and Photographic Arts, General
Film/Cinema Studies
Film-Video Making/Cinematography & Production
Photography

5007

Art (Painting, Drawing, Sculpture)
Art, General
Fine/Studio Arts
Art History, Criticism, and Conservation
Arts Management
Drawing
Intermedia
Painting
Sculpture
Printmaking
Ceramics Arts and Ceramics
Fiber, Textile, and Weaving Arts
Metal and Jewelry Arts

5009

Music (Performing, Composing, Theory)
Music, General
Music History and Literature
Music - General Performance
Music Theory and Composition
Musicology and Ethnomusicology
Music Conducting
Music - Piano and Organ Performance
Music - Voice and Choral/Opera Performance
Music Business Management and Merchandising

5107

Health and Medical Administrative Services
Health & Medical Administrative Services, General
Health System/Health Services Administration
Hospital/Health Facilities Administration
Health Unit Coordinator/Ward Clerk
Health Unit Manager/Ward Supervisor
Medical Office Management
Medical Records Administration
Medical Records Technology/Technician
Medical Transcription

5108

Health and Medical Assistants
Health and Medical Assistants, General
Medical Assistant
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Ophthalmic Medical Assistant
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
Physical Therapy Assistant
Physician Assistant

Veterinarian Assistant/Animal Health Technician

5109

Health & Medical Diagnostic & Treatment Services
Health & Medical Diagnostic & Treatment Services, General
Cardiovascular Technology/Technician
Electrocardiograph Technology/Technician
Electroencephalograph Technology/Technician
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technician
Perfusion Technology/Technician
Medical Radiologic Technology/Technician
Respiratory Therapy Technician
Surgical/Operating Room Technician
Diagnostic Medical Sonography

5110

Health and Medical Laboratory Technologies
Health & Medical Laboratory Technologies, General
Blood Bank Technology/Technician
Cytotechnologist
Hematology Technology/Technician
Medical Laboratory Technician
Optometric/Ophthalmic Laboratory Technician

5111

Health and Medical Preparatory Programs
Health and Medical Preparatory Programs, General
Pre-Dentistry Studies
Pre-Medicine studies
Pre-Pharmacy Studies
Pre-Veterinary Studies

5112

Medicine (M.D.)

5113

Medical Basic Sciences
Medical Basic Sciences, General
Medical Anatomy
Medical Biochemistry
Medical Biomathematics and Biometrics
Medical Physics/Biophysics
Medical Cell Biology
Medical Genetics
Medical Immunology
Medical Microbiology
Medical Molecular Biology
Medical Neurobiology
Medical Nutrition

Medical Pathology
Medical Physiology
Medical Toxicology

5114

Medical Clinical Sciences

5115

Mental Health Services
Mental Health Services, General
Alcohol/Drug Abuse Counseling
Psychiatric/Mental health Services technician
Clinical and Medical Social Work

5116

Nursing
Nursing, General
Nursing (R.N. Training)
Nursing Administration (Post-R.N.)
Nursing, Adult Health (Post-R.N.)
Nursing Anesthetist (Post-R.N.)
Nursing, Family Practice (Post-R.N.)
Nursing, Maternal/Child Health (Post-R.N.)
Nursing Midwifery (Post-R.N.)
Nursing Science (Post-R.N.)
Nursing, Pediatric (Post-R.N.)
Nursing, Psychiatric/Mental Health (Post-R.N.)
Nursing, Public Health (Post-R.N.)
Nursing, Surgical (Post-R.N.)
Practical Nurse (L.P.N. Training)
Nurse Assistant/Aide
Home Health Aide

5120

Pharmacy
Pharmacy, General
Pharmacy (B.Pharm.)
Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)

Pharmacy Administration and Pharmaceutics
Medical Pharmacology & Pharmaceutical Sci.

5122

Public Health
Public Health, General
Environmental Health
Epidemiology
Health and Medical Biostatistics
Health Physics/Radiologic Health
Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene
Public Health Education and Promotion

5123

Rehabilitation/Therapeutic Services
Rehabilitation/Therapeutic Services, General
Art Therapy
Dance Therapy
Hypnotherapy
Movement Therapy
Music Therapy
Occupational therapy
Orthotics/Prosthetics
Physical Therapy
Recreational Therapy
Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling

5124

Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.)

5125

Veterinary Clinical Sciences ( M.S., Ph.D.)

5126

Miscellaneous Health Aides

5127

Miscellaneous Health Professions
Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
Medical Dietician
Medical Illustrating
Naturopathic Medicine
Psychoanalysis

5199

Health Professions and Related Sciences (2-year program)

5200

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES

5201

Business, General

5202

Business Administration and Management
Business Administration and Management, General
Purchasing, Procurement, & Contracts Management
Logistics and Materials Management
Office Supervision and Management
Operations Management and Supervision
Non-Profit and Public Management

5203

Business - Accounting
Accounting, General
Accounting Technician

5204

Secretarial Services
Administrative Assistant/Secretarial Sci., Gen
Executive Assistant/Secretary
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
Medical Administrative Assistant/Secretary
Court Reporter
Receptionist
Information Processing/Data Entry Technician
General Office/Clerical and Typing Services

5205

Business Communications

5206

Business/Managerial Economics

5207

Enterprise Management and Operation
Enterprise Management and Operation, General
Franchise Operation

5208

Business - Finance
Finance, General
Actuarial Science
Banking and Financial Support Services
Financial Planning
Insurance and Risk Management
International Finance
Investments and Securities
Public Finance

5209

Hospitality Services Management
Hospitality Services Management, General
Hospitality/Administration Management
Hotel/Motel and Restaurant Management

Travel-Tourism Management

5210

Human Resources Management
Human Resources Management, General
Labor/Personnel Relations and Studies
Organizational Behavior Studies

5211

International Business

5212

Business Information and Data Processing Services
Management Information System & Business Data Processing, General
Business Computer Programming/Programmer
Business Systems Analysis and Design
Business Systems Networking & Telecommunications
Business Computer Facilities Operator

5213

Business Quantitative Methods & Management Science
Business Quantitative Methods & Management Science, General
Management Science
Business Statistics

5214

Business - Marketing
Business Marketing and Marketing Management
Marketing Research
International Business Marketing

5215

Real Estate

5216

Taxiation

9900

Other (only to be used when none of the above codes apply)

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