Academic Affairs
Advancing academic excellence, innovation, and student success through high-quality education and leadership.
Driving Academic Excellence
The Office of Academic Affairs serves as the foundation of Wilberforce University’s academic mission. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of teaching, learning, and research while supporting faculty and students in achieving their full potential.
Through strategic leadership and continuous improvement, we ensure that academic programs remain relevant, innovative, and aligned with global standards.
Academic Affairs At-A-Glance
Department of Engineering and Life Sciences
The Department of Engineering and Life Sciences prepares students for careers in science, engineering, healthcare, and related fields.
Department of Professional Studies
Business, management, technology, and career-focused pathways.
Department of Behavioral Health
The Department of Behavioral Health prepares students for careers focused on improving the mental, emotional, and social well-being of individuals and communities.
Department of Digital Humanities + Performing Arts
Center for Academic Support & Student Success · First-Year Experience Program.
Rembert E. Stokes Library
Learning Resources Center & Information Commons.
Dr. Lynda Brown-Wright as its new Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs.
Dr. Brown-Wright, a nationally respected scholar and visionary leader, Dr. Brown-Wright brings over 30 years of experience in higher education leadership, championing student success, academic innovation, and social justice. Throughout her career, she has consistently demonstrated a deep passion for creating student-centered environments, especially for historically marginalized groups, and ensuring that institutions provide the necessary support for student retention, matriculation, and graduation.
Professor Jacques Kahindo, Interim Associate Provost.
Programs of Study
Wilberforce University offers the Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree and Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in undergraduate programs of study (known as majors); 1 minor in Entrepreneurship, and a Master of Science (MS) degree in 1 graduate program of study. The following are the degree-granting programs of study:
Accounting*
Biochemistry
Biology Business, Management, and Technology
Civil Engineering
Computer Engineering
Computer Information Systems*
Computer Science
Criminal Justice Administration
Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling
Digital Humanities
Digital Media**
Electrical Engineering Entrepreneurship (Minor)
Environmental Engineering
Health Services Administration
Health and Human Services
Humanities
Information Systems Management*
Kinesiology
Literature*
Management*
Marketing*
Mass Media Communications*
Mathematical Sciences Music*
Organizational Management*
Political Science
Psychology
Rehabilitation Services
Social Work (non-licensure program)
Sociology
*We no longer offer a stand-alone degree. We do offer concentrations under Business, Management, and Technology (BS) and Digital Humanities (BA)
**Degree consolidation (Music, Humanities, Literature, Communications/Media Studies)
The Center for Academic Support and Student Success (CASSS)
The Center for Academic Support and Student Success (CASSS) works collaboratively with each Division, as well as Student Engagement, to ensure a student’s growth, support, and success. The Center functions at the intersection of Academic Affairs, Student Engagement, and Enrollment Management.
As a result, students can engage in traditional methods of academic support, such as tutoring and mentoring, while also experiencing co-curricular activities that extend beyond the traditional scope of academic support.
Leadership That Inspires Progress
Through leadership development programs and experiential learning, Wilberforce University empowers students to take initiative and become agents of change in their communities and industries.
The Honors Program is a specially designed academic program for high-achieving students at Wilberforce University.
It is intended to challenge students intellectually and provide them with unique learning opportunities. The Wilberforce University Honors Program will not only provide an opportunity for Wilberforce students to be challenged academically, but it will help our students excel in their studies and demonstrate a high level of academic achievement, critical thinking skills, and dedication to their studies.
It will offer unique opportunities for students to engage in research, internships, and other experiential learning opportunities. These experiences can help students develop new skills, build their professional networks, and gain valuable real-world experience.