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Prepare for the ever-changing global landscape, where advances in technology and social dynamics occur every day, with an education in the liberal arts.
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Our undergraduate programs prepare you to enter a 21st century workforce that values critical thinking, problem-solving and effective communicating.
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Graduate Degrees
Join a community of over 650 inquisitive and engaged graduate students matriculating in 13 different academic programs.
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The College of Liberal Arts is committed to keeping your tuition low. We want you to graduate with less student debt so you can focus on building your life.
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2025 Spring Graduation
2025 Spring Graduation!
Join us on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. in celebration of our Class of 2025 graduates! Visit our Spring Graduation webpage linked below for the program details and graduate names. Congratulations, graduates!
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New Criminal Justice Certificate Programs!
The Department of Criminal Justice now offers three new certificates: Forensic Psychology Certificate, Law Enforcement, Homeland Security and Public Safety Certificate and a Law and the American Criminal Justice System Certificate. Add a certificate to your curriculum of study!
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New Professional Science Master's and Graduate Certificate in Sustainability!
Interested in a career in sustainability? Our new PSM and Graduate Certificate offerings train professionals in sustainability science so they can address challenges including unequal impacts of climate change, biodiversity loss, clean energy transitions and resilient cities.
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New PhD in Applied Economics!
The newly designed, STEM-designated PhD in Applied Economics prepares students for positions in academia, government and business. Gain skill development in advanced empirical methods that apply to fields such as industrial organization, health economics, international trade and more. Learn more about our new graduate offering!
Read more about Reema and her journey!
Public Service Internship Spotlight: Reema Kalidindi
Reema Kalidindi is a Political Science & Criminal Justice Double Major. She recently interned with the U.S. Marshals Service in the Chief of Diversity Office through The Washington Center's D.C. Internship Program.
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Fulbright for Philosophy: Graduate Student Spotlight, Jason Cutmore
Philosophy doctoral candidate Jason Cutmore receives Fulbright Research Grant!
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When in Rome: Faculty Spotlight, Srimati Mukherjee
First Year Writing Professor Srimati Mukherjee finds inspiration as a Visiting Scholar at the American Academy in Rome.
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Forward Thinking: Alumni Spotlight, Katie Brennan
This Philosophy PhD grad brings a social justice mentality to her teaching and postdoctoral research.
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Owls in the City
Owls in the City
Graduates of the Master of Public Policy (MPP) Program are landing great positions in City Council and many other offices throughout Philadelphia. Check out the MPP alumni spotlight section to see where these Owls have landed!