19 Bachelor's degrees offered by the university

Anthropology is the exploration of the human condition. In coursework, individual study and field schools, you examine an astonishing range of human experience across space and time. The program is delivered by Connecticut College.

As a German Studies major at Connecticut College, you immerse yourself in all aspects of German history, culture, philosophy, politics and language. Because the department is small, you work closely with your professors and tailor the major to fit your interests.

As an Italian Studies major at Connecticut College, you go beyond standard impressions of Italy and explore the country's vital role in the transnational development of culture. You study language and culture in introductory courses, and in more advanced courses learn to use criticism and theory to explore literature, film and history. 

Human Development offered by Connecticut College is the study of how people grow and change, from conception through the end of life. The changing nature of the American family, childhood and adolescence, the cultural dynamics of globalization, the influence of media on identity, children's rights, social policies, racial identity, coping and resiliency.

As a Slavic Studies major at Connecticut College, you explore the contemporary culture, film, theater, literature and linguistics of of eastern and central Europe and Eurasia, as well as the historical relations between Slavic and non-Slavic peoples.

Sociology offered by Connecticut College is the study of social life, social change and the social causes and consequences of human behavior. The subject matter you study ranges from the family to social movements and revolutions, and from divisions based on race, gender and social class to the underlying and shared beliefs of a common culture.

Spanish is the third most spoken language in the world. Major in Hispanic Studies and you learn to participate in and better understand this global community. You not only master the language, you acquire a broad understanding of the cultures of Spain, Latin America and Hispanics in the United States. The program is offered by Connecticut College.

Becoming a global citizen is an essential part of being a Connecticut College student. As an international relations major, you will have the tools to understand and tackle critical problems like terrorism, ethnic strife and global warming. The International Relations program is offered at Connecticut College.

Our language courses emphasize speaking, listening, reading and writing skills, and content courses are interdisciplinary. Learning Arabic promotes cultural and international understanding and prepares you to be a global citizen. The Arabic Studies program is offered by Connecticut College.

The Latin American and Latino Studies major at Connecticut College integrates the academic resources of all Connecticut College departments and programs that offer coursework on Latin America and Latinos living in the US, complementing and enhancing the understanding of both gained through interdisciplinary instruction. 

As a Government major at Connecticut College, you connect with some of the most complex issues of our time. You delve into political theory, comparative politics, U.S. politics and international political issues. You study gender rights as well as environmental politics and policy. You examine civil liberties and how societies weigh them against national security needs.

Connecticut College is one of the few liberal arts colleges of its size to offer multiple courses in econometrics and corporate finance, as well as economic history and theory. Your work is also interdisciplinary—you explore how Economics intersects with international relations, environmental studies, government, history and sociology.

Drawing on the College's extensive resources, you explore East Asia's economic and geopolitical realities, ethnic and cultural identities, and contemporary social issues. You’ll develop a global viewpoint and a keen awareness of what's happening in East Asia today. The East Asian Studies program is offered by Connecticut College.

Jewish Studies is the study of the history, culture and religion of Jewish people, past and present, across the globe. The minor in Jewish Studies offered by Connecticut College brings together faculty from a variety of academic disciplines who work closely with students to study and analyze topics related to Jews and Judaism in a variety of social and political contexts.

Our American Studies program is one of the strongest in the country, and every year it is among the top majors at Connecticut College. We focus on two critical issues: race and ethnicity and the role of the United States in the world.

In the Gender, Sexuality and Intersectionality Studies (GSIS) major and minor at Connecticut College you gain an in-depth understanding of gender, sexuality and other social categories through an interdisciplinary framework. You cultivate intellectual depth and breadth through your coursework in the major or minor.

Africana Studies at Connecticut College employs an interdisciplinary and transnational approach to the study of peoples in Africa and throughout the African diaspora. Africana Studies seeks to explore the linkages among African peoples while also highlighting a multiplicity of experiences through the lenses of issues such as class, ethnicity, gender, nation, and sexuality.

Major in Psychology at Connecticut College and you develop strong research skills, learn in ways that are interactive and hands-on, and get to know your professors well. You study clinical, social and experimental psychology; we also offer an interdisciplinary major in behavioral neuroscience.

Major in French at Connecticut College and you will develop linguistic and cultural fluency, regardless of your starting point. The benefits of studying French extend far beyond knowledge of the language and the Francophone world. When you speak only one language, it's hard to grasp the extent to which language itself shapes our thoughts, perceptions and values.