Welcome to the UMass Dartmouth College of Arts & Sciences (CAS)!
As the largest college at UMass Dartmouth, CAS houses more than 35 undergraduate and 15 graduate programs, providing students the options, resources, network, and education for a degree and careers in many different fields.
Our CAS students have vital learning experiences that:
- encourage rigorous pursuit of knowledge
- inspire intellectual curiosity
- welcome differing points of view and cultures
- appreciate personal expression
- prepare for careers across a variety of fields
These experiences help you gain the skills you need for the careers of tomorrow:
- think critically
- communicate effectively
- problem-solve
- analyze complex issues
- apply knowledge to the larger world
Learn more about the value of a liberal arts education.
Key facts
- Top 7 Best Education Schools in Massachusetts - U.S. News & World Report
- #157 Best Education Schools in the U.S. - U.S. News & World Report
- #118 Best Graduate Public Affairs Program in the U.S. - U.S. News & World Report
- Top 7 Best Graduate Public Affairs Program in Massachusetts - U.S. News & World Report
- 93% College of Arts & Sciences graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate studies within six months of graduation - Class of 2022 NACE survey
- 2411 College of Arts & Sciences total enrollment
- 43.0% College of Arts & Sciences students of color
- 39% College of Arts & Sciences first-generation students
- 15:1 College of Arts & Sciences Student/Faculty ratio
- 7 Fulbright Scholars among College of Arts & Sciences faculty
- $12.4M College of Arts & Sciences grants awarded in the last 3 years
- 100% employed or enrolled in graduate studies among Chemistry, Liberal Arts, Sociology & Anthropology, and Psychology majors - Class of 2022 NACE survey
- #10 Best Online Bachelor's in English - Academic Influence
- #3 Best Online Bachelor's in Women's and Gender Studies - Academic Influence
- #4 Best Online Bachelor's in Public Administration - Academic Influence
- #10 Best Online Bachelor's in Economics - Academic Influence
World-class faculty
As a national research university, we take pride in our world-class faculty who teach in the classroom and provide hands-on learning and practical skills developed through research and internships. We have experts in many fields, including biology, chemistry, history, political science, psychology, and more.
The art and science of student success
We take pride in our students’ success, and we work tirelessly to create programs and initiatives that help students succeed at UMass Dartmouth. With our low student-faculty ratio, we can provide one-to-one advising and mentorship with faculty members for all of our students. We also have the CAS STAR Center, which provides access to two full-time academic advisors that are dedicated to College of Arts and Sciences students.