Areas of Interest

Humanities and Culture

Areas of Interest

With a variety of majors, our undergraduate humanities and culture programs prepare students to pursue an array of rewarding careers. Whether you want to learn more about sociology or immerse yourself in Spanish language and literature, our programs are versatile and diverse, allowing all students to find something they are passionate about. By landing internships, studying abroad and meeting professionals in their field of interest, students will refine and reassure their career perspective alongside an in-depth understanding of the world in historical, creative and philosophical senses.

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By the Numbers

$64K Well Compensated

In 2021, bachelor’s degree holders in the humanities had annual median earnings of $64,000. (American Academy of Arts & Sciences’ Humanities Indicators, 2023)

87% Job Satisfaction

In 2019, the rate of satisfaction for undergraduate humanities majors was 87%. (American Academy of Arts & Sciences’ Humanities Indicators, 2023)

96.2% Major Success

Percentage of our 2023 College of Arts & Sciences graduates who are either employed or pursuing graduate study six months after graduation.

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Program Overview

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A future full of creativity

Our humanities and culture undergraduate programs include a vast variety of majors and minors that allow students to pursue their interests. Regardless of a student’s major, faculty members work with students to choose courses that are tailored to their interests. Some majors, such as English and sociology, allow for students to create a concentrated curriculum tailored to their career aspirations.

Outside of the classroom, students will have the opportunity to land relevant internships, study abroad and partake in on-campus clubs that can help them refine their skills and meet professionals in their field of interest.

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Faculty-Led Courses Abroad

As students continue to expand their sphere of influence, they'll be drawn to more fulfilling experiences outside of the classroom. The Civic Leadership Program exposes students to ample opportunities to learn by doing through faculty-led programs in the U.S. and abroad. As students live, learn and work in our local, national and global communities, they start to shape a well-rounded resume that reflects the leadership qualities employers desire.

Picture of Kerry Deasy, plays video — Are you interested in teaching? Follow Kerry Deasy '23, MAT '24, an English major, as she travels to Guatemala to learn what their education system is like, and how it varies with the United States.

Elyssa Wrubel day in the life video in Morocco — In the College of Arts and Sciences, learning doesn’t just happen in the classroom. Follow Elyssa Wrubel ’20 as she takes part in a faculty-led anthropology course to Morocco.

Photo of 4 students and a female professor outside, plays video — Have you wanted to explore new places? Follow Julia Suesser '20, a law and society major, as she travels to Brazil to take part in the Oxford Consortium for Human Rights. This conference brings together a diverse community of scholars and students who work in the fields of anthropology, history, law, philosophy and sociology and immerse them in a dialogue about how human rights issues are contextualized in developing nations like Brazil.

Picture of Kyra Angileri, plays video — Are you concerned about the future of Earth? Follow Kyra Angileri '21, a sociology major, as she travels to Costa Rica's Earth University, to learn sustainable practices to bring home to Quinnipiac and help the earth.

Centers and Institutes

We have identified specific areas of excellence where our students interact with researchers and professionals at the leading edges of their disciplines. From humanitarian service to entrepreneurism and innovation, our 17 centers and institutes open doors to amazing opportunities for you to intern, study, work and conduct research — both on campus and in countries around the world. That means you'll have the chance to learn from the best minds in their fields.

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Albert Schweitzer Institute

The Albert Schweitzer Institute conducts programs that link education, ethics and voluntarism for the sake of creating a more peaceful and sustainable world. A dynamic presence at Quinnipiac, the institute has drawn notable humanitarians both to campus and to its board, and gives students of all majors opportunities to make a positive impact on local and global communities.

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Student Spotlight

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History-anthropology cluster course helps student develop holistic world view

Rachel Houlihan '22 gained a new lens through which to study history from an intercultural understanding course (I Course) she took combining world history and cultural anthropology.