College of Arts and Sciences Develop Your Critical Thinking and Writing Skills with an Arts and Sciences Degree

If you are just starting out, the Associate of Arts (AA) in Creative Writing can introduce foundational approaches to storytelling and written communication. You can also explore the Bachelor of Science (BS) in English and Writing or the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Creative Writing, both of which provide space to study how ideas are expressed across different formats.

At the graduate level, the Master of Arts (MA) in Professional Writing, Master of Arts (MA) in Composition, or Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing can support continued study in writing style, structure, and purpose. You may also consider the Master of Arts (MA) in Literature for a deeper look at how texts are analyzed and interpreted.

For those interested in advanced academic research, the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in English can provide a pathway to explore writing and literary studies in depth. No matter what level, all of these programs can help you examine how communication shapes understanding across academic, professional, and creative settings.

The Associate of Arts (AA) in American Sign Language or the Associate of Arts (AA) in Conversational Spanish can provide a foundation for communication in diverse settings. You can also consider the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Spanish Communication – Translation and Interpreting to begin studying how language functions across cultures.

At the graduate level, the Master of Arts (MA) in Linguistics and the Master of Arts (MA) in Teaching English as a Second Language allow you to study language systems, structure, and instruction. You may also build on this with the Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language if you are looking for a shorter-term option.

You can pursue the Associate of Arts (AA) in History or the Bachelor of Science (BS) in History to study past events and cultural movements.

The Associate of Arts (AA) in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics or the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics can also provide a broader view of how ideas and systems shape societies.

At the graduate level, the Master of Arts (MA) in History and the Master of Arts (MA) in Public History allow you to explore how history is researched, preserved, and presented. The Executive Certificate in History can provide a focused option for continued study.

For those interested in academic research, the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in History offers an opportunity to study historical topics in depth. These programs can help you examine how historical patterns influence modern institutions, cultures, and global relationships.

Foundational options such as the Associate of Science (AS) in STEM Mathematics can introduce core mathematical concepts. You may also consider the Associate of Science (AS) in Physics or the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Physics for a focus on scientific problem-solving and physical systems.

You can explore the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Applied Statistics or the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computational Mathematics to study quantitative reasoning and data analysis.

At the graduate level, the Master of Science (MS) in Applied Statistics can support further study in data interpretation and research methods.

You can consider the Associate of Arts (AA) in Interdisciplinary Studies or the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Interdisciplinary Studies to combine multiple subject areas into one course of study.

The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Interdisciplinary Research offers another option for exploring connections between disciplines.

At the graduate level, the Master of Arts (MA) in Interdisciplinary Studies and the Master of Arts (MA) in Interdisciplinary Research allow you to continue shaping your academic focus. These programs can help you study how different fields intersect and influence one another. You may have the opportunity to design a path that reflects a range of interests rather than focusing on a single subject. This approach can be helpful if your goals span multiple areas or are still taking shape.

You can pursue the Associate of Arts (AA) in Military History or the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Military Studies to study leadership, strategy, and historical context. These programs can help you examine how decisions are made in structured environments and how leadership functions in complex settings.

At the graduate level, the Master of Arts (MA) in Military Operations allows for more advanced study in planning and strategy. You may also explore how historical and modern military systems operate within broader global contexts.

You can explore the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Family Sciences to study how individuals and families interact across different stages of life. This program can help you examine topics such as development, relationships, and social systems. Through this path, you may study how family structures influence communities and how support systems are formed.

You can consider the Associate of Arts (AA) in Fashion Merchandising or the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Fashion Merchandising to study the business and creative aspects of the fashion industry.

The Associate of Arts (AA) in Interior Design can introduce concepts related to space planning and design principles. These programs can help you explore how design choices influence environments, branding, and consumer experiences.

You can explore the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Geography to study how people, places, and environments interact.

At the graduate level, the Master of Arts (MA) in Geography and the Master of Science (MS) in Geographic Information Systems provide opportunities to examine spatial data and mapping technologies. These programs can help you study geographic patterns, environmental systems, and data visualization.