Explore Liberal Arts at UMass Lowell

Immerse yourself in a dynamic learning environment through the Liberal Arts program at UMass Lowell, where curiosity and creativity lay the foundation for meaningful careers and graduate study. Our interdisciplinary approach builds real-world skills and hands-on experience, empowering you to successfully grow and adapt as industry and culture evolve.

Learn On Campus or Online

No matter how you choose to learn, you’ll receive the same respected degree, expert faculty instruction and dedicated advising support.

One Degree. Many Possibilities.

UMass Lowell’s liberal arts degrees are designed around your interests and your goals based on the concentrations you select. Instead of locking you into a single discipline, this flexible program gives you the freedom to explore and shape your academic experience. You might choose a liberal arts degree if you’re looking for:

  • A program that adapts to your academic and career interests
  • The freedom to combine course work across multiple disciplines
  • Personalized advising and strong support, especially if you’re transferring credits
  • Flexible options to study on campus or online

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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Gabrielle Salvatore standing in front of Coburn Hall.
Gabrielle Salvatore '24
Bachelor of Liberal Arts, concentrations in education and psychology

The Bachelor of Liberal Arts program provided Gabrielle Salvatore ’24 with a great foundation for a teaching career.

The longer I was in the program, the more it opened up my eyes to possibilities.
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James Joutras poses with a group of students in Japan
James Wilson Joutras '19
Liberal Arts – Digital Media and Theatre Arts

James Joutras came to UMass Lowell to discover himself. His experiences instilled confidence – and took him to Japan, where he plans to work after graduation.

I discovered I was good at editing – taking a bunch of different elements that don’t necessarily make sense and putting them together in a way that creates a coherent story.
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    Students Get Hands-On With 17th-Century Classic

    UMass Lowell students and faculty explored the enduring relevance of Thomas Hobbes’ “Leviathan” at an interdisciplinary conference featuring the university’s rare first edition, combining hands-on access with discussions spanning history, philosophy, English, art and modern political thought.
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