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Want to explore your passion? Join us in the Heart of KU.

As the heart of KU, the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences is home to 57 departments, programs and centers comprising more than 120 academic programs. We are seekers, innovators, dreamers, and helpers. Our students create their ideal academic experience and pursue their passions both in the classroom and around the world through our numerous study abroad programs. 

BY THE NUMBERS

80%
of classes with 30 students or less
1:4
of College students double major
120
majors, minors and certificates
57
departments, centers and programs making us the most academically diverse school on campus
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Top Notch Faculty

As a member of the Association of American Universities, we are a leader in education and research. When you choose the College at KU, you will learn from the best. Our faculty make groundbreaking discoveries and solve today's toughest problems. You will learn from and be mentored by experts who can help you get where you want to go. 
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Go beyond the Classroom

Looking to make an impact beyond the classroom? The College offers you opportunities to learn in non-classroom settings on-campus, in the Lawrence community or around the world. In the College you will be a researcher, explorer and leader. Start planning
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You're not just choosing KU, you're also choosing Lawrence. See what makes this community special.

Learn about Lawrence

Preparing for what comes after the Hill.

A degree in the liberal arts and sciences can take you anywhere. With alumni spread across the globe, our students start preparing for their futures through a community of support on campus and off. It won't just be your coursework or an internship that helps you get where you want to go, the connections you'll have to thousands of Jayhawks around the world will benefit you in ways you never expected. A degree form the College offers you highly sought-after skills that employers will continually seek throughout your career—no matter where your passion will take you after graduation.

By the numbers

93%
of recent graduates are full-time employed or continuing education
93,000
alumni network
113
countries around the world where you can find a College alum

Hawks to Watch

Our alumni hit the ground running after graduation. Check out some of our select alumni who are Hawks to Watch.

Hawk to Watch: Heba Mostafa

"My KU degree prepared me for both my research and my CPEP clinical microbiology fellowships. It provided me with the basic knowledge, research and technical skills, troubleshooting skills, and plenty of published research articles that shaped my career."
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