College of Arts and Sciences

Students in the College of Arts and Sciences learn, lead and serve as part of a transformative educational experience. We develop the whole person, foster deep engagement with faculty and accentuate the connections among academic disciplines. Our graduates are prepared for their first jobs and have the skills that lead to a lifetime of success.

Fast Facts

96%

of students are employed, in grad school or in a full-time service program within six months of graduation


Featured Arts and Sciences Stories

Senior Emma Basinski stands outside alongside philosophy faculty member Trip Glazer.
Who controls AI? Who gets to define AI ethics? Political science major Emma Basinski tackled these questions as part of her summer research.
Performers at Drawn Together: A Celebration of Creation and Connection
The new Department of Visual and Performing Arts encourages interdisciplinary collaboration and offers expanded opportunities to students.
Student Peter DeSocio working at a microscope in a lab.
A UD chemistry team is working with the Air Force to analyze microbial degradation on aircraft, paving the way for advancements in sustainable materials.
Isaiah Kimble with friends from around the globe in Augsburg, Germany.
The new major prepares students to work with international teams, serve diverse communities and help organizations address global challenges.
Ashley Williams With Her TriBeta Award and Research Poster
Ashley Williams received a 2026 Goldwater Scholarship, a prestigious national award in STEM.
Portrait of Satang Nabaneh
Satang Nabaneh was appointed to a newly established professorship in justice and human rights.


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The College of Arts and Sciences' Dean's Fund for Excellence supports faculty-mentored student research, paid internship and research experiences for students, student travel to professional conferences, and innovative faculty research initiatives.