College of Arts and Sciences

 

Find Your Path in CAS

 

How do you see the world? The College is organized into three Grand Divisions—Humanities, Social Sciences, and Natural Sciences—to connect you with the specific mentors, research, and peers who share your drive. Explore these paths to find your academic home, or look into Interdisciplinary Studies to find degree that bridges multiple fields.

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Humanities

The Storytellers & Thinkers

This is for you if...

  • You believe a great story or a powerful argument can change the world.

  • You’re fascinated by history, different cultures, and the "why" behind human creativity.

  • You want to master the art of communication to lead in fields like law, media, or education.

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Social Sciences

The Leaders & Change-Makers

This is for you if...

  • You’re always asking why people behave the way they do.

  • You want to understand how cities, governments, and economies actually work.

  • You’re driven to tackle social issues and build stronger, fairer communities.

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Natural Sciences

The Explorers & Problem-Solvers

This is for you if...

  • You’re happiest when you’re looking through a microscope or analyzing a data set.

  • You want to solve the world’s biggest mysteries, from curing diseases to protecting the planet.

  • You’re ready to get into the lab and use the scientific method to find the truth.

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Interdiscipliary Studies

The Wild Card

This is for you if...

  • Your dream career sits at the intersection of two different worlds (like Art and Biology).

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