University of Illinois At Chicago

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) offers a wide range of programs and courses in the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. The offerings of LAS contribute to the educational quality, breadth, and vitality of UIC. The tradition of the liberal arts emphasizes holistic intellectual development rather than vocational and professional training. An understanding of human cultures, the natural universe, and social sciences provide the foundation for comprehending the complex and evolving world in which we live.

LAS undergraduate degree programs encompass a broad-based general education experience, a student-selected field of specialization, and elective courses to round out a student’s interests. Students are encouraged to participate in faculty-led research and scholarly opportunities, as well as internships and study abroad. Graduates are prepared to pursue nearly any career path and further education.

In support of student progress to degree across a wide range of programs and academic opportunities in LAS and at UIC, LAS is home to a large network of professional academic advisors. College-based advising is required for all new students and throughout the first and second year for new first year students. Additionally, LAS requires that first year students enroll in a first year seminar course in their first term that supports students' transition from high school to college.