Areas of Study

By the Numbers

12

Departments

37

Degree programs

29

Majors

Which Area is Right for You?

Our programs span the visual and fine arts, language arts and different perspectives on the study of humans and human behavior. They encourage you to deepen your knowledge, widen your perspectives, examine complex problems, collaborate across differences, and build strong critical-thinking and investigative skills that will help you in your career and life.

Full list of academic programs

Interdisciplinary, Liberal Arts Programs

Design a degree that incorporates your interests, expands your study or prepares you for further education.

Applied Science

Liberal Studies

Pre-law

Why Choose Our School?

Well-Rounded Education

Society and job markets are changing faster than ever. Increasingly, employers are looking for flexible thinkers with interdisciplinary skills. They want people who can think creatively, communicate clearly, adapt to change and work well with diverse teams. The well-rounded student-citizen is back en vogue and we're still leading the way.

Experiential Learning Emphasized

We believe learning happens as much outside the classroom as it does in, which is why we encourage students to take advantage of abundant opportunities to gain experience and get thier hands dirty through a variety of internships, student organizations, research projects and community efforts.

Committed to Your Success

Our accomplished faculty and staff are committed to helping you chart an academic path that promotes curiosity and engages your intellect while preparing you for professional and personal success — whatever that looks like for you.

Student Insights

The campus is beautiful, and they have a wide variety of class schedules, which worked for me as a nontraditional student. It's centrally located in the Kansas City area and easily accessible. The proximity to my home made it an easy commute.
Profile photo of Matthew Ramsey with a blue shirt on.

Matthew Ramsey, (BLA '21)

Meet Our Faculty

Not only are our faculty experts in their fields, they're also working professionals, ground-breaking researchers, committed mentors and integral parts of our community. Learn more about the people you'll be learning from.

Faculty directory

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