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College of Arts and Sciences

Discover your passions and build lifelong skills at the heart of Valpo.

Illuminate Your Path Through the Liberal Arts.

In Valpo’s College of Arts and Sciences, you’ll sharpen your voice, expand your vision, and discover the passions that shape both your career and your calling.

Home to more than 40 majors spanning the arts, humanities, natural and social sciences, and a range of professional tracks, the College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart of Valpo. Whether you’re analyzing global systems, creating original work, or charting your own interdisciplinary path, you’ll do it in a community that values curiosity, faith, and joy.

Backed by 19 academic departments and a 97.3% placement rate, Valpo grads thrive in the private sector, nonprofits, creative industries, graduate and professional programs, and beyond — poised to build careers grounded in purpose, service, and impact.

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College of Arts & SCiences

Areas of Study

All Programs
Arts
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Art

A person plays piano with sheet music, viewed from above on a wooden floor—perfect inspiration for those seeking Music Scholarships.

Music

Humanities
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Creative Writing

Students sit in an English classroom, smiling and applauding, with art posters visible on the walls behind them.

English Language and Literature

Three students, pursuing a German Minor, walk and talk outside the Kade Duesenberg German House & Cultural Center.

German Minor

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History

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Religious Studies

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Spanish

World Languages and Cultures Department

Professions
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Communication

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Digital Media Arts

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Education – Elementary Education

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Exercise Science

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Music Education

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Music Therapy

Education and Social Work Department

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Sports Management

Natural Sciences & Mathematics
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Astronomy and Space Science

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Biology

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Biochemistry

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Chemistry

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Computer Science

Two people work at laptops in a classroom, exploring Data Science on large screens displaying data behind them. Desks with various electronic devices are also visible.

Data Science

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Environmental Science

Geography, Meteorology and Environmental Science Department

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Meteorology

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Mathematics

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Physics

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Psychology

Social Sciences
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Economics

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Geography

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Political Science

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International Relations Minor

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Sociology

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Criminology

Don’t Just Shine Anywhere

Radiate Everywhere

Abby Boyle
Story Pathways Spiral

Abby Boyle ’25

Chemistry
Biology
Cam Haggett
Story Pathways Spiral

Cam Haggett ’28

English
Spanish
Martha Bravo
Story Pathways Spiral

Martha Bravo’s ’27

English
Spanish

College of Arts and Sciences

Rankings and Excellence Reputation

19

Academic Departments

40+

Major Options

97.3%

Placement Rate

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