Major in Liberal Studies

Bachelor of Science Degree • School of Arts and Sciences

Liberal Studies: The UC Advantage

The major in liberal studies is designed for students with a wide array of interests in the liberal arts and sciences, allowing them to pick classes that broaden their knowledge base or further their career goals. Those who might feel confined in a traditional major will relish the opportunity to experience a varied curriculum rooted in the tradition of liberal education.

With the program's strong emphasis on self-motivation, you will be deeply engaged in the process of designing your course of study, working closely with your adviser to ensure continuity and coherency as you pursue your specific academic and/or professional goals.

Faculty

Because the program draws on a full spectrum of courses in the arts and sciences, you will have the opportunity to work with faculty from many different academic departments. To learn more about our accomplished faculty, visit the faculty pages under majors in the School of Arts and Sciences.

Curriculum

The liberal studies major includes a foundational component comprised of four courses from each of three key areas:

Society and behavior
Art and language
Science and mathematics

UC also maintains an articulation agreement with New York Chiropractic College that offers an opportunity for students in the Liberal Studies major to gain admission to that institution's Doctor of Chiropractic program.

For specific program details, see academic requirements >

Program Student Learning Goals