College of Arts & Sciences
Degree Programs and Certificates

The minor in aging and health offers specialized classes in gerontology and the aging process; a beneficial minor for majors such as nursing and psychology.

The major in sociology and anthropology offers a concentration in anthropology, with a focus on different aspects of culture and cultural differences.

Major in math with a concentration in applied and computational mathematics. Take computation-oriented courses that emphasize the math that solves problems in business and other fields.

The applied ethics minor provides students with a robust training in ethical issues in medicine, business, technology, politics, law, the environment, and other areas.

UMassD’s math major offers a concentration in applied statistics. Applied statistics courses cover randomness and reasoning under uncertainty emphasizing concepts, principles, and methodology needed for data analysis, decision making, and computing.

If you’re undecided about a major, the arts & sciences undeclared program lets you explore a variety of majors and disciplines to help you make a decision about your path.

Get a chemistry degree with a concentration in biochemistry. As a biochemistry major, you will be prepared for careers in forensics, government, and research.

Earn your degree in biology. Careers for biology majors include animal biology, biotechnology, botany, education, the environment, marine science, and medicine.

The biology and marine biology graduate programs offer you advanced education and research experience in areas such as animal behavior, coastal ecology, genomics, immunology, and microbiology.

The Black Studies minor offers an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the society, culture, and history of Africans and people of African descent.

As a chemistry major, you will study matter and its transformation. Jobs in chemistry include education, forensics, government, law, industry, medicine, and research.

Pursue your master’s degree in chemistry or biochemistry. Our graduate program provides individualized education and unique research opportunities.

Pursue your PhD in chemistry or biochemistry. The doctoral program’s strengths include marine chemistry, inorganic and organic chemistry, and environmental chemistry.

The minor in communication will provide you with tools and techniques to improve your writing, communication, and critical thinking skills; all qualities that employers value highly.

Unleash your creative potential! English majors at UMassD can concentrate on creative and professional writing to analyze context and rhetorical problems to compose effective, well-formulated communication across multiple modalities.

The creative writing minor is a valuable addition to any major. Learn how to write in a full range of literary genres: fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, playwriting, and spoken word.

Crime and justice studies brings together the fields of criminology, criminal justice, and justice studies to prepare you for a career in law enforcement, the courts, corrections, and youth services.

Study criminal justice with a concentration in pre-law to prepare for a career in the legal professions. Gain an understanding of the criminal justice system with an additional focus on legal studies and entrance exam preparations.

Focus on the social and ethical considerations unique to the field of crime and justice. The online crime and justice degree prepares you for careers in law enforcement, the courts, corrections, and youth services.

Enhance your career opportunities with a minor in data analytics. Your courses in data analytics let you explore data analysis topics within your major area of study.

UMassD’s data science major integrates mathematics and computer science with disciplines such as business and engineering.

Get a data science graduate certificate to meet the growing demand for information systems and science skills. Upgrade your technical management and development skills at UMassD.

Pursue a master of science degree in UMass Dartmouth’s data science program and prepare for careers in data analytics, information management, and knowledge engineering.

Earn a BA degree in economics online as you explore economics—the science of decision-making. Economists identify and analyze the costs and benefits of financial and social decisions.

Major in economics, the science of decision making. Economists analyze the benefits of financial and social decisions. Jobs for economics majors include careers in business and government.

Earn your online bachelor's degree in economics to use economic theory and empirical analysis to address real-world problems.

The EdD program at UMass Dartmouth cultivates leaders in education through interdisciplinary study, expert faculty, and collaborative partnerships for social justice.

Augment your bachelor's degree with the online Educational Policy Graduate Certificate. Learn essential principles of educational policy within the context of public policy.

The PhD degree program in Engineering and Applied Science (EAS) features contemporary, advanced interdisciplinary research and educational opportunities. 

The English major offers two options: writing and communication or literature and criticism. Jobs for English majors include careers in education, communications, technical and web writing, and social media.

Take your teaching career to the next level with an online ESL certification from UMass Dartmouth. Our 1-year program can help you achieve your professional goals.

Explore literature and writing and learn critical reading and thinking skills with this online BA in English with the Literature and Criticism option.

Earn the Environmental Policy Graduate Certificate from UMass Dartmouth and learn the essential principles of environmental policy within the context of public policy.

Study the culture and language of the French-speaking world. A minor in French opens doors for careers in business, law, education, government service, and translation.

The Health and Society bachelor's degree program explores perspectives on health and health care. As a health and society major, prepare for careers in health policy and related fields.

Prepare for a career in in planning, directing, and coordinating medical and wellness services with the healthcare administration BS.

Expand your career opportunities in healthcare administration with our online BS program. Pursue employment in community clinics, hospitals, insurance companies, and more.

Major in history to gain an understanding of U.S. and world history. Jobs for history majors include careers in civil and foreign service, education, government, law, and public policy.

Develop critical thinking and communication skills with UMass Dartmouth's online History degree program. Pursue a variety of careers with a solid foundation.

The PhD program in integrative biology challenges students to conduct research from diverse biological perspectives and prepares students for careers in academia, government and industry.

Major in political science with a concentration in international politics, with a focus on global issues, international business, development, and diplomacy.

UMass Law's JD/MPP program allows you to enroll in the online Master of Public Policy and traditional Juris Doctor programs concurrently, integrating public policy and legal studies seamlessly.

The interdisciplinary minor in leadership and civic engagement complements any major, offering the opportunity to promote positive social change.

Minor in legal studies to learn how law shapes and is shaped by historical, political, economic, and social forces.

Discover UMass Dartmouth's liberal arts program, where you can develop creativity, critical thinking, and independence while exploring concentrations in humanities and social sciences.

Prepare for a wide range of careers as you learn to think critically, write clearly, and communicate effectively in this 100% online Liberal Arts degree.

Earn your degree in English with a concentration in literature and criticism. Jobs for literature majors include careers in communications, editing, writing, teaching, and social media.

Pursue a PhD in Luso-Afro-Brazilian Studies and Theory at UMass Dartmouth’s Department of Portuguese, the largest Portuguese program in the US.

Earn your bachelor’s degree in biology with an option in marine biology. The marine biology program lets you pursue interests in marine biology, marine science, and marine ecology.

Get your master's degree in teaching with an initial license in ESL at UMass Dartmouth. Gain theoretical and practical knowledge to help ESL students thrive.

Earn your BA or BS in mathematics. Jobs for math majors include careers in business, education, finance, government, medicine, software and game development, and statistics.

Prepare for the Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL) with our Foundations of Reading and Communications and Literacy skills courses.

When you major in philosophy, you explore justice, knowledge, and truth. Jobs for philosophy majors call on skills in logic and analysis, with career options across many fields.

Develop critical thinking, writing, & analysis skills for law school success. Pre-law courses in ethics, communication, & legal reasoning complement the philosophy major's core curriculum.

As a political science major, you will develop an understanding of political institutions and processes. Jobs in political science include careers in government, business, and law.

Take your first step towards a career in law, business, government, or non-profit organizations with UMass Dartmouth's online Political Science degree program.

Prepare for law school with a major in political science and a concentration in pre-law. Explore courses in American law, legal institutions, and constitutional rights, preparing you for the challenges and rigors of legal education.

Pursue a degree in Portuguese. As a Portuguese major, you’ll explore the language, literatures, and cultures of the Portuguese-speaking world.

Develop and strengthen communication skills in Portuguese, as well as an understanding of related cultures.

Develop strong communication skills in Portuguese and gain a deep understanding of related cultures with UMass Dartmouth's Portuguese Language & Cultures Online Undergraduate Certificate.

The MA in Portuguese Studies offers graduate students an in-depth understanding of literary and cultural history of Portugal and the Portuguese-speaking world.

The Pre-Law advising program prepares students for admission to law school.

The Pre-Med/Pre-Health Advisory Program helps you develop the knowledge and skills necessary for success in medical and health careers.

Introduce yourself to the field of professional writing and communication. Gain the skills and experience you need to advance your education and professional career through practical coursework and field experience.

Advance your career with a master’s degree in professional writing and communication. Attending graduate school for communications and writing prepares you for a variety of careers.

UMass Dartmouth's Psychology program offers a broad introduction to the scientific study of human behavior. Explore subfields such as perception, cognition, and social psychology.

Earn your MA in clinical psychology: applied research, supervision, and a focus on a behavioral perspective. Prepare for licensure as a certified Mental Health Counselor (LMHC).

The Research Psychology MA program is designed to prepare students for doctoral work in psychology and as master’s level psychology researchers.

Earn a BA degree in Public Administration and you'll gain the analytical, critical thinking, and writing skills necessary to excel in your career. You will be prepared to work in the public sector at the local, state, or federal level, particularly in human or social services.

A degree in public administration prepares you to work in the public sector at local, state, or federal levels.

Looking to work in local, state or federal government? Earn an online Public Administration degree from UMass Dartmouth and gain the skills you need to succeed.

Learn the essential principles of public management within the context of public policy with the online UMass Dartmouth Public Management Graduate Certificate. For students who have earned a bachelor's degree.

Earn your master’s degree in public policy online. The Master of Public Policy program focuses on policy analysis, applied research and public management skills.

The minor in religious studies focuses on the scholarly interpretation of religion as well as an understanding of religious diversity and secular perspectives.

Earn a degree in sociology & anthropology with a concentration in sociology. Students who study sociology will develop critical insights into possibilities for social change.

Major in sociology and anthropology to explore the social and cultural world. The major is an excellent basis for a variety of careers and professions.

The UMass Dartmouth bachelor’s degree program in Sociology and Anthropology examines societies and basic institutions, as well as smaller groups such as family, peers and neighborhood. This flexible, online program prepares students for a wide range of careers.

Major in Spanish to advance your language skills and develop your awareness of the Spanish-speaking world. A degree in Spanish prepares you for a variety of careers.

UMass Dartmouth offers an online Special Education - Moderate Disabilities Graduate Certificate Program. Earn your certificate and gain practical experience in teaching students with moderate disabilities.

Transform the field of education with a STEM Education PhD from UMass Dartmouth. Develop critical-thinking skills and engage in real-world research projects to improve STEM education at all levels.

Minor in sustainability to enhance your employment opportunities in businesses, public agencies, and nonprofit organizations.

In the MAT Professional Licensure program, you will strengthen your teaching practices with advanced pedagogy courses.

The minor in urban studies takes an interdisciplinary approach to studying the social, cultural, economic, and political issues that intersect in urban space.

The interdisciplinary major in women's and gender studies places women's and men's experiences at the center of inquiry.

Discover the online Women's and Gender Studies BA program at UMass Dartmouth. Explore the impact of gender on society and gain a solid understanding. Apply today!

Examine the varying influences upon the lives of men and women and factors including race, class, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexuality, and age with the UMass Dartmouth Women’s and Gender Studies undergraduate certificate.

Major in English with a concentration in writing, rhetoric & communication. Develop your professional and creative writing abilities.