As a central part of our Jesuit and Catholic University, the College of Arts and Sciences advances fundamental knowledge and addresses the fundamental challenges of society by promoting discovery, deepening knowledge, and fostering artistic expression. Our community of faculty, staff, and students are continuously exploring their fields and engaging in research and scholarship towards this end.
Academics
Degree programs in the arts, humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences are offered to undergraduate students, as well as a Master's degree in Pastoral Ministries for graduate students.
Undergraduate
Pastoral Ministries
The Graduate Program in Pastoral Ministries offers three emphases—Youth and Young Adult Ministries, Latina/o Ministries, and Restorative Justice and Chaplaincy—along with the general Masters in Arts degree with no emphasis and the Diaconate Education program. A Graduate Certificate in Restorative Justice and Chaplaincy as part of the Catholic Restorative Justice Network is also offered.
Coming Events
Our Stories
Sebastian Acevedo, Rachel Chung, Teresa Contino, Octavio De Leon, and Ariana Tabrizi selected to study, conduct research, and/or teach abroad.
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The College of Arts and Sciences’ new Director of Internships, Sarah Hays, will expand support for students in their search for internships and career exploration.

A collaborative project between chemistry and art hopes to envision nanomaterials and explore their unique features.

Two sociology students explore the future of accessibility for people with disabilities through climate crisis research.

Should glowing algae light our city streets? One philosophy professor explores the ethical obligations of preserving the night sky.