Here, you can prepare for the adventure of a lifetime.
When you study writing, languages, history, philosophy, religious studies, film and media, literature, narrative studies, creative writing, fine arts, linguistics and more, you prepare yourself to thrive no matter what the future holds.
No. 15
in humanities, according to the National Science Foundation Higher Education Research and Development survey.
Over 20
different language programs — more than any other public university in Arizona and a leader among competitors across the country.
Award-winning
faculty, including Pulitzer, Guggenheim, MacArthur and British and American Academy honors.
First-of-their-kind
degrees, like the MA in World War II studies, built in partnership with the National World War II Museum, and the BA in culture, technology and environment.
Explore the human adventure.
The three academic units of the humanities division in The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences represent a wide range of perspectives on the human experience across time and place.
Create a fulfilling life.
Through studying the humanities, you gain the strengths you need to succeed at anything — even jobs that have not been invented yet.
You gain skills to build a rewarding career, a satisfying life and a better world.
Archivist
Attorney
Coder
Copywriter
Editor
Educator
ESL teacher
Film/media researcher
Foreign service officer
Health care advocate
International affairs operative
International investor
Interpreter
Journalist
Marketer
Museum curator
Nonprofit administrator
Policy analyst
Public relations director
Technical writer
Translator
I wanted a career that felt more deeply connected to who I am as a person and my identity…. (The) humanities did prepare me with these basic skills for a job that didn’t exist before.”
Amanda Ventura Zink
Public affairs manager, Waymo
BA in English (creative writing), 2011
Frequently asked questions
What are the humanities?
The humanities examine the human experience in the past, present and future in order to create a more just world. The division of humanities at Arizona State University includes English, film and media studies, history, philosophy, religious studies, languages, cultures and the intersection of cultures, technology and environment.
Can I get a job with a humanities degree?
Over 90% of employers said they prefer to hire a candidate who shows ethical judgment and integrity, intercultural skills and the capacity for continued new learning. Career-readiness skills such as critical thinking, communication and problem-solving are highly valued and gained in a humanities degree.
Is a degree in the humanities right for me?
If you’re considering a degree in the humanities but aren’t sure if it’s right for you and your career goals, you can browse degrees and campuses on the ASU Humanities Areas of Study web page. If you’re a current ASU student, you can also reach out to your advisor through your MyASU page.