Preparing Future Leaders to Recognize What’s Real, Elevate What’s True, and Create What’s Possible

Every DU student engages with the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, where your curiosity becomes your purpose. We know that employers are seeking adaptable thinkers, strong communicators, ethical decision makers, and collaborative problem solvers. Our faculty are dedicated mentors who help you intentionally build these skills and connect academic study to meaningful and successful careers. 

Most CAHSS courses meet Monday through Thursday, reserving Fridays for internships, research, personal wellness, and adventure. This academic structure allows you to test interests, identify your strengths, gain experience, and build confidence before graduation. With flexible double-major opportunities and interdisciplinary pathways, you can design an education that aligns with your goals and prepares you to make an impact.

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Undergraduate Programs

With over 60 majors and minors, our students can find accelerated dual-degree, joint, and interdisciplinary programs, as well as exciting study abroad opportunities.

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Graduate Programs

With over 30 advanced degree programs, CAHSS helps you build adaptability, creativity, analytical thinking, collaboration, and technological fluency that employers seek.

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Departments & Schools

As the largest academic unit at DU, we offer our students extensive opportunities to collaborate across disciplines and engage in dynamic learning experiences.

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"Having mentors in CAHSS who believe in you makes a huge difference."

Emerson Fox Current Student
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CAHSS in Action

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Seizing Opportunity: Advice from a DU Alumnus

DU alumnus Lam T. Nguyen, editor of the 2026 sci-fi thriller "Mercy," reflects on how hands-on education and saying yes shaped his Hollywood career.

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Mentorship and Job Experience Take Center Stage

Guided by dedicated professors and hands-on professional experience, DU theatre major Annie Mulvihill rose to lead a professional Shakespeare festival — as an undergraduate.

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Finding Meaning in Translation: A CAHSS Student’s Journey

By combining Japanese, journalism, and studio art at DU, Katie Sandoval discovered that telling stories across languages and cultures isn't about perfection — it's about connection.

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The College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences is more than an academic home; it is a lifelong community. Whether you are a current student building momentum toward graduation, an alumnus advancing your career, or a faculty or staff member supporting student success, you will find resources designed to help you thrive.