About Business Administration

Gain the knowledge, experience, and confidence to thrive in today’s competitive business world. 

Through internships, hands-on projects, and personalized advising, you’ll turn business theory into practical skills that employers want. Graduate ready to lead with integrity, solve real-world challenges, and adapt to the demands of a fast-changing market. 

Program Highlights:

• 100% job placement within 6 months of graduation
• Guaranteed paid internships
• Strong alumni network

About Finance

Build the expertise, leadership, and ethical foundation to make informed financial decisions and excel in a dynamic industry.

Viterbo’s finance program equips students with comprehensive financial knowledge while strengthening analytical, communication, leadership, and decision-making skills, providing the essential tools to thrive in today’s fast-paced and evolving financial landscape.

Program Highlights:

• Paid internships for all finance students
• ACBSP-accredited
• Project-based work with local businesses
• Charles D. Gelatt Finance Simulation Lab

About Accounting

Master the fundamentals that drive business decisions.

Viterbo’s accounting program is known for building strong technical and leadership skills in a dynamic, in-demand profession. Often called the language of business, accounting offers diverse career opportunities and strong earning potential.

Program Highlights:

• 100% of graduates employed or in graduate school
• ACBSP-accredited
• Paid internship experience
• Finance simulation lab access
• Embedded servant leadership and wealth management certificates

About Religious Studies and Theology

Investigate the nature of God while evaluating the integration of Catholic Social Teaching with other social justice initiatives to promote human dignity, solidarity and the common good.

Our program explores social justice, morality, and spirituality in a pluralistic world while building critical thinking, theological reflection, and writing skills. You will study theology, scripture, ritual, and moral reasoning with an interdisciplinary approach under the guidance of Viterbo faculty, with an emphasis on Franciscan and Catholic intellectual traditions. Our program outcomes prepare you for a variety of career paths and often complement other areas of study. 

Program Highlights:

• Franciscan theology that focuses on interfaith action and solidarity (Francis and the Sultan)
• Guidance by faculty to create a unique pathway toward double majors or minors (connects to all fields of study)
• Assisi pilgrimage every other year as an opportunity to deepen their understanding of Franciscan theology/spirituality

About Ethics, Culture, and Society

Engage in collaborative problem-solving geared towards improving society, tackling real-world challenges both locally and globally.

Our ethics, culture, and society program invites you to explore an interdisciplinary major where art, history, and philosophy converge, creating a customized degree that resonates with your passions. 

Program Highlights:

• Customizable degree track
• Internship, study abroad, and research opportunities
• Eight minor options
• Apply skills to real challenges through collaborative, community-based work

About the Community Interpreting Certificate

The Community Interpreter Certificate at Viterbo University trains bilingual professionals to become qualified interpreters. Our goal is to provide Limited English Proficient individuals language access for effective communication with the providers of private and public organizations, thereby facilitating full and equal access to legal, health, educational, government, commercial and social services.

Who can apply?

The community interpreting certificate has been structured to meet the needs of working people in the Midwest as well as online students from other regions of the country or the globe. Both international students and Dreamers are encouraged and welcome to apply. Acceptance is based on a successful application/interview/entrance exam. The following are eligible to apply for the certificate:

• Graduates of language programs
• Individuals working in the field with no previous training in interpreting
• Bilingual professionals working in fields not related to interpreting
• Individuals of any immigration status are eligible for the program
• Juniors and seniors attending high school in Wisconsin with high proficiency levels in two languages may also be eligible to participate through the Early College Credit program of Wisconsin

How does it work?

This certificate program is a total of 13 credits and takes one academic year to complete (August–May). The four required courses are taught in an online format, with a face-to-face option for local students. There is also a one-credit internship to be completed in spring semester.

Who will receive a certificate?

Students will be eligible to receive the certificate after completing the following requirements:

• Apply to the certificate online
• Entrance exam
• Successful completion of the four required courses in the certificate
• Internship/practicum

What is the timeline?

Fall semester (August–December): 
INTP 301 Interpreting Principles (3 credits)
INTP 456 Seminar on Interpreting in Medical and Social Settings (3 credits)

Spring semester (January–May): 
INTP 444 Intercultural Competence and Ethics in Interpreting (3 credits)
INTP 452 Seminar on Interpreting in Business and Legal Settings (3 credits)
NTP 481 Internship Practicum (1 credit)

Useful Links

The following links may provide more information about the important professional associations in the United States that regulate, guide and educate in the field of interpreting. Our program is affiliated with and works closely with all of these organizations with the objective of maintaining the highest of standards and training qualified interpreters to abide by the codes of ethics and standards of practice of the profession.

• American Translators Association
• Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters
• Midwest Association of Translators and Interpreters
• National Association of Judiciary Interpreters and Translators
• National Council on Interpreting in Health Care
• The Upper Midwest Translators and Interpreters Association
• Wisconsin Supreme Court Information

Questions?

Contact Michelle Pinzl, associate professor and coordinator at 608-796-3492 or mmpinzl@viterbo.edu.

About Spanish

Build fluency, cultural insight, and career-ready communication skills.

Whether you plan to teach, interpret and/or translate, work in health care, or travel the globe, our Spanish program will equip you with the language proficiency, cultural competence, and professional skills to thrive in any career field. 

Program Highlights:

• 100% Job Placement within six months of graduation
• Small class sizes with a low 10:1 student-faculty ratio
• Four-week Spanish immersion experience in Spanish-speaking country
• Engage in community projects to apply language skills in real settings
• Gain publishing experience through Viterbo's student-led Spanish newpaper El Sol

About English

Develop, practice, and perfect your writing and research skills in small, vibrant classes with talented faculty.

We prepare students to succeed in careers that value critical thinking, writing, artistry, researching, teaching, and a variety of other skills. Additionally, we offer students valuable research and creative opportunities, and invite them to participate in student-led university publications. As faculty and mentors, we value building dedicated relationships with students in the hopes of not only enriching their academic experiences, but providing crucial aspects of a liberal arts education that prepare students for life beyond the university.

Program Highlights:

• Small class sizes
• Talented faculty scholars and writers
• Three built-in practicum experiences in publishing and journalism
• Contribute to multiple student-run publications

About Computer Science

Develop skills in data science, software engineering, robotics, and web development, while building a professional portfolio to showcase your work. 

Through team-based projects and career-focused coursework, you’ll gain the tools to solve complex problems and communicate technical ideas as an innovative leader. 

Program Highlights:

• Internship or co-op pathway
• Experiential learning with integrated course projects
• Embedded systems fundamentals

About the Doctor of Counselor Education and Supervision

Develop the expertise to lead in academics, clinical supervision, and specialized counseling with our EdD in Counselor Education and Supervision. 

Our doctoral program in counselor education and supervision features active learning through service delivery, a strong research focus, and a multicultural emphasis. Our graduates enjoy a 100% licensure rate and a 100% job placement rate within six months.

Program Highlights: 

• CACREP Accredited through 2032
• Can be completed in 3 years or extended to meet your needs
• Designed to fit your busy schedule
• Hybrid format featuring weekly classes held online, weekend intensives on campus, and practicum and internship courses delivered via a combination of in-person and online formats
• Gain real-world experiences through multiple internships