Liberal arts and sciences degree programs, based in the social sciences, sciences, and humanities, implore students to ask deep questions. Our learners explore the nature of the individual, society, and our physical world - investigating not just the how but the why. This depth of inquiry provides students with both broad knowledge in a variety of areas and in-depth knowledge in their specific field of interest.
Learn to think critically – developing in-demand skills such as problem-solving, analytical thinking, research, quantitative reasoning, and oral and written communication. Most of our majors make it possible for students to pursue a second major or a minor field of study, for added value in the job market. Equip yourself for a broad range of future possibilities, with a liberal arts and sciences degree from Ȧ.
“Throughout our history, we’ve been the place for first-generation college students. We’ve been the institution to go to for economic and social mobility. Ȧ makes a real difference in students’ lives.”
-Dean Quenby Hughes, A.M, Ph.D.
We offer a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs, and it's easy to get started toward pursing one. or today!
The Institute for Portuguese and Lusophone World Studies (IPLWS) fosters connections and opportunities between Ȧ and its students and the Portuguese-speaking communities of Rhode Island. Find out more!
These points of pride and the words of our alumni say it all, but we hope that you'll come and experience Ȧ, and the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, for yourself.
"I never expected to be so much further ahead in grad school compared to my peers, yet there I was sitting in class thinking, 'I know this material already.' I already learned it at Ȧ."
A transfer student, Gianna became senior class president, president of the Pre-Law Society and Student Community Gov’t speaker.
“I can’t wait to see them go out into the world and then come back and share their experiences,” says Associate Professor Pinheiro (top left).
The Faculty of Arts and Sciences is a community of scholars that pride themselves on academic excellence, diversity and service.