College of
Liberal Arts & Sciences
Why LIberal ARts & Sciences?
With the diversity of a large institution and the friendly atmosphere of a small liberal arts college, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) is the heart of the University of Maine, contributing to the education of every undergraduate student on the Orono campus. We specialize in the ideas and skills every educated person needs — communication, scientific and numerical literacy, global and social awareness. Students develop knowledge in these essential areas with the guidance of faculty drawn from our 18 departments and schools.
By the numbers
Success After Graduation
of graduates are employed, continuing their education or are in service
of graduates are
working in a field related
to their major
of in-state graduates are working in Maine
Find your path
The college offers 35 undergraduate majors and over 40 minors in visual and performing arts, humanities, physical and mathematical sciences, and social sciences. With this range and depth of academic programs, students in CLAS can opt for many double-major and major-minor combinations. Students enjoy a broad selection of programs taught by a faculty that is as accessible as it is accomplished, with many courses combining study, cutting-edge research, service-learning and community engagement. Working together, students build lasting friendships as well as crucial skills. CLAS is a wonderful place to develop the talents, versatility and habits that have enabled generations of our graduates to make a difference in the world.
By the numbers
funds supporting
research
faculty
members
collaborative research centers across Maine
