Austin Peay State University College of STEM

The College of STEM provides study for students in agriculture, astronomy, biology, chemistry, computer science, geosciences, mathematics, medical laboratory science, radiologic technology, physics, engineering physics and engineering technology. Our outstanding, discipline-based programs are student-centered and designed to prepare students for responsible positions at all research, industry, education, medicine, and government levels. We emphasize degree programs relevant to regional economic and market trends, designed to enable graduates to compete in the global economy and foster lifelong learning skills.

Our mission is to promote scientific literacy while emphasizing the process, content, and interdisciplinary nature of science. Additionally, our mission is to develop critical thinking skills, enhance verbal and written communication abilities, encourage reasoned debate on scientific issues, and promote civic responsibility.

Our goal is to provide professional training at the undergraduate and graduate levels while serving as a foundation for a career in science, technology, engineering or mathematics, as well as to provide training for allied health professionals and pre-professional training in preparation for careers in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, and veterinary science. In addition, we encourage collaborative research with faculty, internships, and other learning experiences that facilitate the transition to work or graduate and professional education.