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Combine two concentrations, maximize transfer credits and design a degree that fits your goals with the Bachelor of Liberal Arts at 小猪视频.聽

Bachelor of Liberal Arts

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As a liberal arts major, you鈥檙e in control of your education. The Bachelor of Liberal Arts lets you design a customized, interdisciplinary degree that reflects your interests, strengths, and career goals. Instead of being limited to one field of study, you combine two concentrations, giving you the flexibility to build a unique skill set that stands out in today鈥檚 competitive job market.

Whether you鈥檙e a transfer student aiming to maximize previously earned credits or you're seeking a flexible, engaging path to graduation, the Bachelor of Liberal Arts program offers hands-on learning experiences and clear academic direction.

Career Outlook for Liberal Arts Majors

  • $98.7K

    Median annual salary for bachelor's degree holders in New England
    Source: Lightcast, 2025

  • +3%

    Projected job growth in New England (2023鈥2035)
    Source: Lightcast, 2025

What Can You Do With a Liberal Arts Degree?

With a liberal arts degree, you gain versatile skills that open doors across industries and help you adapt as careers evolve. You鈥檒l be prepared for a wide range of roles and well-positioned to pursue graduate school.

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Careers You Can Pursue with a Liberal Arts Degree

You鈥檒l graduate prepared to thrive in a wide range of fields, bringing strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills to roles across industries such as:

  • Education
  • Government and Public Policy
  • Human Services and Non-Profit Work
  • International Business and Global Affairs
  • Journalism and Media
  • Law and Legal Services
  • Museums, Arts and Cultural Organizations
  • Healthcare

Topics You'll Explore as a Liberal Arts Major

As a liberal arts major, you鈥檒l engage in interdisciplinary learning that helps you connect ideas, sharpen critical thinking and apply your knowledge to real-world issues. Your studies may include topics such as:

  • The relationship between the environment and society
  • Legal systems, policy and social impact
  • Health and wellness in cultural contexts
  • Gender, identity and social structures
  • Justice, equity and ethical perspectives in society
  • Connecting theory and practice for a variety of entrepreneurial, innovative and service opportunities
  • Unique interdisciplinary approaches to complex problems
  • World cultures and contemporary global issues

Meet Our Students and Alumni

Leo Giordano sits at a desk with a computer.
Leonardo Giordano '26
Liberal Arts

Leonardo Giordano has twice interned for credit through a new program.

The internships have expanded my network, and they were very career-centered.
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Melodie Armand '22
Bachelor of Liberal Arts

Melodie Armand turned a setback into greater success.

I鈥檓 on a different path, but I鈥檓 on the right path.
Warren Wartman works on a laptop.
Warren Wartman '26
Liberal Arts (Theatre Arts and Economics)

At 59, Warren Wartman is embracing a second act as a college student, trading his construction tools for textbooks to study theatre arts and economics at 小猪视频.

I like to think I add something to the mix, but my younger classmates teach me just as much.

Why Study Liberal Arts at 小猪视频?

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A Transfer-Friendly Path to Graduation

Our BLA makes transferring simple by allowing you to apply more of your previously earned credits. Whether you鈥檙e coming from another campus or changing majors, the BLA helps you stay on track and build a degree that aligns with your goals.

Kevin L. Petersen is an Associate Teaching Professor in the English Department and the Director of Bachelor of Liberal Arts (BLA) Program at 小猪视频. Image by Adrien Bisson

Built for Your Success

"Not only do [liberal arts majors] get really good jobs coming out of their degree, but they are poised very well for an array of graduate programs because they can think broadly and critically."

Discover the from program director Kevin Petersen, Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

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Career Connected Experience: The 小猪视频 Guarantee

At 小猪视频, you won鈥檛 wait until graduation to gain experience. You'll have the opportunity to complete at least one Career Connected Experience, earning pay, credit or both while building your future. Many BLA students take advantage of an internship as part of the liberal arts major.聽

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