College of Arts and Humanities

Undergraduate and Graduate Programs

Welcome To One of the Most Diverse Colleges at CWU

From literature to design, the College of Arts & Humanities has myriad paths for you to envision your journey.

We welcome you to explore the diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs at the College of Arts & Humanities and get excited by the possibilities. From literature and philosophy to visual arts and music, you will find a program designed to ignite your passion and challenge your intellect. Our courses are taught by faculty who are not only experts in their fields, but also mentors committed to guiding you on your personalized educational journey. Discover unique opportunities for hands-on learning, internships, study abroad experiences, and collaborative projects that transcend the classroom's boundaries. The College of Arts & Humanities is more than an institution; it's a creative and intellectual hub where you can forge the unique path to your future, inspired by a tradition of excellence and a community dedicated to empowering the next generation of artists, thinkers, and innovators.

Africana and Black Studies 

• Africana and Black Studies Minor

Asian Studies

• BA, Asian Studies
• Asian Business Minor
• Asian Studies Minor
• Korean Studies Minor

Art + Design

• BA, Art
• BFA, Studio Art
• BFA, Graphic Design
• Art and Design Minor
• Art History Minor
• Art, MFA
• Ceramics, Drawing, Jewelry, and Metalsmithing,
• Painting, Photography, Sculpture, and Wood Design.

Communication

• BA, Communication Studies
• BA, Media and Journalism
• BA, Public Relations
• Entertainment and Lifestyle Writing Certificate
• Radio Broadcasting Certificate
• Advertising Minor
• Communication Minor
• Journalism Minor
• Non-profit Organization Management Minor or Certificate
• Organizational Communication Minor

English

• BA, English Language and Literature Major (Online or in person)
• BA, English Language Arts Teaching Major
• BA, English Professional and Creative Writing (Online or in person)
• English, MA - Literary Studies and Teaching Specialization
• English, MA - Professional and Creative Writing Specialization
• Professional Writing Certificate
• Cultural Studies in Literature Certificate
• Creative Writing Minor
• English Language and Literature Minor
• Technical Writing Minor

Film

• BA, Film
• Screenwriting Minor (open only to Film majors)
• Cinema Studies Minor Film (open only to non-Film majors)
• Film Production Minor (open only to non-Film majors)

History

• BA, History
• Large Plan
• Small Plan
• BA, History/Social Studies Teaching
• MA, History
• History Minor

Latino and Latin American Studies

• Latin American Business Certificate
• Mariachi Heritage Certificate
• Latino and Latin American Studies Minor

Liberal Studies

• Liberal Studies, BA Large Plan (65 credits)
• Liberal Studies, BA Small Plan (45 credits)
• Liberal Minor (30 credits)
• Liberal Arts PLUS
• Turn Your Applied or Technical Credits into a Four-Year Degree
• Build on Your Academic and Military Training

Music

• BA, Music
• BM, Composition
• BM, Music Education
• BM, Performance
• Choral Music
• Instrumental
• Keyboard
• Percussion/Wind/String
• Vocal
• MA, Master of Music
• Jazz Studies Certificate
• Music Education Certificate
• Music Minor
• Non-profit Organization Management Minor

Philosophy and Religious Studies

• BA, Philosophy
• BA, Comparative Religion
• Ethics Minor
• Philosophy Minor
• Comparative Religion Minor

Theatre Arts

• BFA, Theatre Design and Production
• BFA, Theatre Performance
• BA, Theatre Studies
• MA, Theatre Production
• International Theatre Experience Certificate
• Dance Performance Minor
• Entertainment Technology Minor
• Non-profit Organization Management Minor
• Theatre Arts Minor

World Languages and Cultures

• Deaf and Sign Language Studies, BA
• French Studies, BA
• Japanese Studies, BA
• Russian Studies, BA
• Spanish, BA - Applied Linguistics Specialization
• Spanish, BA - Translation and Interpretation Specialization
• Spanish, BA - Spanish Teaching Specialization
• Spanish, BA
• Global Cultural Training Certificate
• Spanish Translation and Interpretation Certificate
• American Sign Language Minor
• Chinese Minor
• French Minor
• German Minor
• Japanese Minor
• Russian Studies Minor
• Spanish Minor