In the Helen Way Klingler College of Arts & Sciences, our strength lives in the endless opportunities we offer our students. Here, you will study subjects that excite you, with more than 40 majors and 50 minors to choose from. You’ll prepare for your bright future with unique skill-building and career-preparing experiences in and out of the classroom. And with our liberal arts foundation and missiondriven learning, you’ll transform into an ethical and visionary leader who is ready to Be The Difference where it matters most.
Majors & Meaning
Find your purpose by exploring your passions.
We offer the flexibility to explore, allowing you to try a program or study multiple disciplines at the same time. So, we encourage you to be academically curious — because our strong liberal arts foundation teaches our students how to think, not what to think.
Open your potential.
Immerse yourself in something you love to study in Marquette’s most academically diverse college. Choose from a variety of majors, minors, Accelerated Degree Programs and more. And don’t limit yourself to just one academic pursuit — 73% of our students add at least one additional major or minor to their degree and graduate on time.
Paris Wooden
Majors: Political Science; Peace Studies
Minors: Social Welfare and Justice; Theology
“There is always room to change your mind to make your path more attainable and aligned with your evolving academic plan. The only reason I am able to study all that I am — while still being on time to graduate and not feeling overwhelmed with a heavy load of credit hours — is because I am in the College of Arts & Sciences. There was room to make it all possible!”
Make connections.
The ability to change the world for the better requires a well-rounded understanding of it. In the College of Arts & Sciences, we will challenge you to make meaning from your academic lessons — meaning that will shape your career and life well after college. Our committed teacher-scholars are here to help you explore connections between disciplines and navigate complex global issues. Then you’ll be ready to take on problems you’re driven to solve.
Lily Genecco
Majors: Psychology; Criminology and Law Studies
Minor: Italian Language and Culture Studies
“Learning at Marquette’s Les Aspin Center for Government provided me with invaluable knowledge, tactical skills and the opportunity to build meaningful relationships.
I’m excited to carry forward the skills and insights I’ve gained — from refining my writing proficiency and deepening my understanding of the policy process to fostering lasting professional connections.
I’ve also interned at a boutique law firm in my hometown of Syracuse, New York, that specializes in dual citizenship, where I learned from some of the best in both state and international law.”
Be ready to thrive in a changing world.
A College of Arts & Sciences education will provide you with a skill set and a mindset that are adaptable to a dynamic future in any field. You’ll acquire strong communication competencies, for sure, but also relevant critical-thinking and problem-solving skills that employers need.
Learn by doing.
The best way to be prepared for a successful career is to do the work before you graduate. You can get that experience through credit-earning or paid internships that we help you find; research with faculty; servicelearning classes that have you working within the community; and civic engagement opportunities. Our academic centers and institutes — like The Les Aspin Center and the Center for Peacemaking — offer additional specialized learning experiences.
Transferable Skills & Career Preparation
There’s more than
one path to professional school.
Are you an aspiring lawyer, doctor or dentist, or planning to pursue a professional degree in another field? Then our college is a perfect fit for you. Our diverse academic offerings grounded in the liberal arts provide a strong, comprehensive foundation for careers that require additional schooling. We also have pre-health and pre-law advising services that will keep you on track to get into the professional school you’re aiming for.
Tradition & Transformation
Discover how to use everything you learn to Be The Difference.
Our Catholic, Jesuit mission calls us to provide an education that invites our students to grow in mind, heart and spirit. A Marquette education is transformative — it will transform you and, in turn, you will go out into the world to transform it, in your own unique way.
Become globally aware.
Whether you study abroad in one of our 40-plus international programs or remain right here on campus, you’re going to gain a sense of global citizenship and social responsibility. You will also practice cross-disciplinary problemsolving skills and learn to present innovative solutions that address local and global challenges.
Michael Costello
Major: Environmental Studies
“In volunteer work, there is a sentiment that every challenge our community faces is the same, but that does not mean that everyone’s situation is the same. Marquette has shown me that each time I step outside, I should view the world through the lens of an infant, where everything is novel, and to receive everyone as a human who has a unique set of circumstances and unique set of traits.”
Become an ethical leader.
Our values-centered education prepares you for purposeful careers. Yet it also readies you for a lifetime of learning and leadership. Grounded by our Ignatian principles, the College of Arts & Sciences leads the way in developing ethical leaders through an academic exploration that has our students seriously considering how they can make a difference in the world.
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Jeremy Santiago
Majors: Biological Sciences, Philosophy
“The College of Arts & Sciences offered me a supportive environment where I could reflect on my values and grow as both a scholar and a future health care provider. Faculty mentorship played a big role in helping me shift from a pre-med path to nursing without losing sight of my larger goals and purpose in life. I also found community through research opportunities and service-learning courses that grounded my studies in real-world impact.”
Meaningful connections under one roof
The Lemonis Center for Student Success is our one-stop resource hub for students of every academic level. Here, you’ll find coaching and tutoring services, our Career Center, our Academic Resource Center and ample study space. It’s also a great place to get your professional headshot taken, meet a group of classmates to collaborate on a project, take a break in our Commuter Lounge or get help at our Ask Me Desk.
Partnering with you on your academic journey
Every student will have a dedicated academic adviser to keep you focused on graduation. If you are undecided, or multi-interested, your adviser will help you discover a major or minor combination that matches your interests.
96% of graduates employed full time are in a job related to their career goals
First destination direction
Marquette’s Career Center provides students guidance in choosing a major, exploring career paths, engaging in enriching career-related experiences, and, ultimately, pursuing lives with purpose. Whether you are just beginning to uncover your interests, skills and values or are ready to go after your next experience, there is something for everyone at our Career Center.
Student Success
Rooting for you from day one.
There’s a reason Marquette has impressive retention and graduation rates among nationally ranked institutions. Our student-first focus provides you with holistic support from your first day through to your first destination. We’ve intentionally designed our resource offerings to give you every advantage you’ll need to thrive here.
Soar in Milwaukee.
Just over a mile from Lake Michigan, our campus gives you the ideal home base to discover Milwaukee. World-class sports, concerts, festivals, restaurants, shopping, art and theatre are all within walking distance. And easy transportation options can take you anywhere in our city that your feet (or your Golden Eagle wings) won’t.
An amazing place to live & a meaningful place to learn
Preparing for your “what’s next” means making the most of every opportunity — and at Marquette, you’ll find them everywhere. Milwaukee is a city brimming with prospects and possibilities. From engaging with professional mentors and exploring career paths to gaining valuable out-of-the-classroom learning and making a difference in the community, incredible opportunities are waiting, literally at your doorstep. All you have to do is take the first step.
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reasons to choose Marquette
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Our faculty are always here for you. Whether exploring multiple interests or following a specific passion, you’ll be known and valued by your professors. Our teacher-scholars provide subject expertise, personalized mentorship and opportunities for research. We’re pretty enthusiastic about our faculty, but don’t just take our word for it — Marquette faculty consistently rank in U.S. News & World Report ’s top 20 for best undergraduate teaching in the nation.
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Get ahead faster with our Accelerated Degree Programs and get your bachelor’s and master’s degrees in five years. We also offer Pre-dental Scholars and Pre-law Scholars programs that shave off a year from the typical timeframe of earning a dental or law degree when you attend Marquette’s School of Dentistry or Law School.
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When you graduate from Marquette, you’ll join a passionate network of 115,000-plus alumni peers. You’ll be connected to alumni from around the world who can’t wait to help a fellow alum with introductions, recommendations, referrals and even job opportunities that can give you a head start in the professional world.
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If you’re talented, driven and ready to change the world, we’re here to help: 99% of Marquette undergrads receive financial aid. We have full-tuition scholarships for incoming first-years with outstanding academic achievement and significant financial need and partial-tuition scholarships, too. Check out our Scholarship Estimator.
From the Criminology and Law Society to the Physics Club, plus a wealth of groups, clubs, honor societies and councils in between, Marquette offers 300 organizations in which you can serve, network, share ideas and build friendships. It’s easy to be involved here and still thrive academically.
Take a tour of the Klingler College of Arts & Sciences or meet with faculty and advisers. marquette.edu/arts-sciences 414.288.7059
Learn about Marquette University and the admissions process. marquette.edu/admissions/undergraduate
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