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Timeless Education for an Ever-Changing World

As a student in the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, you will develop a well-rounded skill set that will set you up for success in a variety of careers after graduation. Our majors, minors and graduate degrees are designed to deliver in-depth field knowledge while also nurturing the skills you need to adapt to rapid changes in the world.

You will find a supportive community of faculty, staff and students in the College that share your passions and interests. Undergraduate and graduate students alike benefit from personalized experiences and support from a variety of resources around campus.

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    • Undergraduate Students

    From actuarial science to women, gender, and sexuality studies, the College of Arts & Sciences offers a diverse range of academic programs. No matter what your personal interests and career aspirations are, you will join a supportive community of faculty, staff and students in all of our programs.

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    Graduate Students

    Our graduate programs in the College of Arts & Sciences are academically rigorous and flexible, meaning you can work with your academic adviser on developing a plan that fits your schedule.

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    Undergraduate Admissions and Financial Aid

    No matter where you are in your college search, our undergraduate admissions and financial aid teams are here to support you and your family.

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    Graduate Admissions and Financial Aid

    Want to take the next step in your career? You will receive personalized attention throughout the graduate admissions and financial aid processes.

    Learn About the Graduate Admissions Process

    Undergraduate Students

    From actuarial science to women, gender, and sexuality studies, the College of Arts & Sciences offers a diverse range of academic programs. No matter what your personal interests and career aspirations are, you will join a supportive community of faculty, staff and students in all of our programs.

    View Our Undergraduate Programs

    Graduate Students

    Our graduate programs in the College of Arts & Sciences are academically rigorous and flexible, meaning you can work with your academic adviser on developing a plan that fits your schedule.

    View Our Graduate Programs

    Undergraduate Admissions and Financial Aid

    No matter where you are in your college search, our undergraduate admissions and financial aid teams are here to support you and your family.

    Go to Undergraduate Admissions & Financial Aid

    Graduate Admissions and Financial Aid

    Want to take the next step in your career? You will receive personalized attention throughout the graduate admissions and financial aid processes.

    Learn About the Graduate Admissions Process

    Around the College

    In the News: Kristi Rollwagen on the Future of Emergency Management

    Kristi Rollwagen, an instructor in the Master of Science in Emergency and Disaster Management program at the University of St. Thomas, wrote an op-ed for MinnPost examining how the field of emergency management must evolve to address increasingly complex and interconnected crises. She argues that emergency managers should embrace strategic foresight, cross-sector collaboration and emerging technologies to… The post In the News: Kristi Rollwagen on the Future of Emergency Management appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.

    • Leila Renee's Literary Fiction Published by Amistad

      Leila Renee, assistant professor of English in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, had her novel "Soft Spots" published Aug. 4 by Amistad, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishing. "If there's a book you want to read, then you should write the book," said Renee, who cited her favorite author… The post Leila Renee's Literary Fiction Published by Amistad appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.

    • Father Nathan Hastings Named St. Thomas Chaplain

      Father Nathan Hastings '15, '20 MDiv will join the University of St. Thomas as a full-time chaplain on Aug. 1. He was ordained to the priesthood after completing formation at the Saint Paul Seminary in 2020. He received his bachelor's degree from St. Thomas while studying at Saint John Vianney Seminary. Hastings was an associate… The post Father Nathan Hastings Named St. Thomas Chaplain appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.

    • In the News: Tyler Schipper on Economic Confidence by Generation

      Tyler Schipper, an associate professor of economics and data analytics at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with Marketplace about why younger Americans remain more optimistic about the economy than older generations. Schipper explained how younger workers often view economic uncertainty differently because they have more time to adapt, build skills and benefit from future opportunities. From… The post In the News: Tyler Schipper on Economic Confidence by Generation appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.

    • In the News: Audra Nuru on Navigating Your 30s

      Audra Nuru, a professor of communication and family studies in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with MPR News about the experiences and expectations many people face in their 30s. Nuru discussed how this stage of adulthood often includes major life transitions, shifting priorities and societal pressure to… The post In the News: Audra Nuru on Navigating Your 30s appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.

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    The College of Arts & Sciences at the University of St. Thomas is an incredible place to learn and grow. Contact us today to learn more about our programs and what life as a student looks like.