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Academic Programs and Majors

The way we educate in the College of Applied Human Sciences is a complete experience – experiential, hands-on, collaborative and immersive. Within the three schools inside the College of Applied Human Sciences, we offer 14 undergraduate and 24 graduate programs, including seven at the doctoral level.

School of Counseling and Well-Being

Our programs prepare students who will dedicate their careers to the healthy development and functioning of individuals, families, and communities.

School of Education

We are preparing the next generation of educators through engaging coursework, research endeavors and hands-on experiences.

School of Sport Sciences

You can stay in the game as we provide an array of programs devoted to human performance and the sports industry.

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You have the chance to be your best self and have an impact on your community’s quality of life. Take that chance.

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Latest News

CAHS adds Thayer, Witt to administrative team

Friday, February 03, 2023

The College of Applied Human Science has reinforced its commitment to students and research with the addition of two administrators. Zach Thayer joins the college as the director of the Office of Student Success, and Matt Witt will serve as grants administrator.

WVU hires esports curriculum developer

Wednesday, January 04, 2023

As WVU continues to grow as a national leader in the collegiate esports scene, Chris Scroggins is taking on the role of director of the esports academic program while also serving as a service assistant professor in the College of Applied Human Sciences.

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CAHS faculty member joins national youth fitness board

Tuesday, December 20, 2022

West Virginia University Ware Distinguished Professor Eloise Elliott is the newest member of the Cooper Institute FitnessGram Advisory Board, designed to promote life-long fitness and wellness through research and education.

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Feature: Relentless spirit binds two Mountaineers

Wednesday, December 14, 2022

John Gay, EdD, loved students with drive. He could recognize those who had potential and ambition, and then poured encouragement into them to help them believe that they could achieve and do more. He was the kind of professor, dean, scholar and man whom a student would stop in an airport years later to thank him for the nudge he gave them to be better.

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