Our Academic Promise

The foundation for Utica College's entire undergraduate academic program is a commitment to liberal education integrated with professional study.

A liberal education is designed to help you develop the intellectual skills you need to succeed, not only in your career but throughout your life as a flourishing individual and responsible citizen.

Utica College's commitment to liberal education dovetails with its historical mission of educating students for rewarding careers. Whether you are in a professionally focused major such as physical therapy, computer science, or economic crime investigation or in a more traditional liberal arts major such as biology, history, or philosophy, you will develop the intellectual skills that define a liberal education, while you also gain practical, career-focused experiences.

In October 2002, Utica College's faculty adopted 10 goals which reflect the skills they consider critical to a liberal education. The 10 goals shape all aspects of the College's undergraduate programs, including:

• General Education Core

  - Ensures that students become familiar with a wide range of academic disciplines and approaches.
  
  

• Academic Majors

  - Focused programs of study leading to a degree.
  
  

• Co-Curricular Activities

  - Opportunities to continue learning outside the classroom.

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