12 Bachelor's degrees offered by the university

The majors of the Religion program from Amherst College gain a close knowledge of a particular religion, including its ancient and forms. Students often complete a double major, such as in history, psychology, math or biology.

Whether through literature, film, art, architecture, political science, anthropology, religion, or history, Asian Languages and Civilizations program from Amherst College allows you to engage this vital and significant part of our world. Learn about courses, lines of inquiry, and career paths for majors.

The Black Studies program from Amherst College provides an interdisciplinary exploration into the histories and cultures of Black people in Africa and its diaspora. It is also an inquiry into the social construction of racial differences and how these differences perpetuate racism and racial domination.

The success of the German program from Amherst College is documented by the percentage of our majors who are accepted to leading graduate school programs; teach or take jobs in a German-speaking country; win domestic or international scholarships (such as Fulbright, Kellogg, German Academic Exchange Service etc.).  

The Classical Languages (Classics, Greek and Latin) major program from Amherst College is designed to afford access to the achievements of Greek and Roman antiquity through mastery of the ancient languages. 

The French program from Amherst College conduct almost all of our courses in French. These courses span literature and culture from the Middle Ages to the present, and they emphasize significant authors or problems rather than chronological surveys.

The Sexuality, Women's and Gender Studies program from Amherst College is a cross-disciplinary exploration of sexuality and gender and their intersections with race, class and nation. It is also an inquiry into the material, cultural and political lives of women.

The Philosophy program at Amherst College welcomes all students, from those who would like to sample a course or two, to those who would like to major in the discipline and perhaps even study the subject in graduate school.

The purpose of a Russian major at Amherst College is to furnish a nuanced appreciation of Russia's rich cultural achievements as well as an understanding of Russia's historical significance on the world scene.  

Students from the English program from Amherst College interested in graduate work in English or related fields should discuss their plans with their advisor and other members of the Department to learn about particular programs, requirements for admission, the availability of fellowships, and prospects for a professional career.  

Students of the Spanish program from Amherst College learn about Hispanic cultures directly through the Spanish language, primarily through literature, film and other artistic expressions. It is possible to begin Spanish at Amherst as a first-year student and go abroad to a Spanish-speaking country during junior year.

The History major from Amherst College emphasizes breadth and depth. While pursuing a thematic or geographic concentration, all students also complete courses in and modern history and in multiple areas.