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Make "AND" a part of your story.

Are you a chemist AND a dancer? Do you have a passion for writing AND physics? Whatever your AND is, the College of Arts and Sciences will support you in finding the right mix of interests to help you succeed. Start by exploring the different options below. 

 

Where to begin? Check out the requirements before applying.

Learn about gen ed and credit requirements and Minimum Academic Preparation Standards (MAPS).

What are your options? Review our majors, minors, programs and certificates to find out.

Not ready to declare a major? Keep your options open with Open Option. 

Let's redefine Open Option as "Deciding." Give yourself time to explore and choose a major when you're ready.

It matters where your story begins. In the College of Arts and Sciences, discover the alchemy of ANDing―where science can be a work of art and art is mastered to a science. 

 

Join the A&S Herd

Become an Arts and Sciences Buff! The opportunities are seemingly endless when you embrace your passions and interest without compromise.

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Celebrate collaboration and the joy of discovery

Develop your skills with industry leaders and international researchers. Dive into your passions, build your network and transform into a career-ready Buff.

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Your story continues

When your story starts with CU Boulder, your Arts and Sciences story continues for life! Learn about our Forever Buffs Network and upcoming alumni events. 

Explore our alumni community 

Discover the college

The College of Arts and Sciences is the first and largest college at the University of Colorado Boulder.

We generate new knowledge in more than 60 fields across our three divisions: arts and humanitiesnatural sciences and social sciences.

The college leads nationally in undergraduate and graduate education, bringing world-class research opportunities and scholarships to our students, both in and out of the classroom. 

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