2024-2025 Academic Catalog
Welcome to Virginia Tech! We are excited that you are here planning your time as a Hokie.
Welcome to Virginia Tech! We are excited that you are here planning your time as a Hokie.
The College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences offers baccalaureate degrees encompassing the humanities and human and social sciences. The College emphasizes the importance of mastering the intellectual skills a liberal arts education develops as well as job skills by encouraging students to apply knowledge from a field and to think creatively. Learn more about our strategic plan.
Outstanding faculty members conduct research and teach courses in 11 departments and 3 schools leading to baccalaureate and advanced degrees. Coursework from the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences also provides a foundation of knowledge in fundamental subjects for students in all colleges through the Pathways General Education program.
The college offers minors in many areas of study. Students are encouraged to include a minor in their program and should consult an advisor for help in choosing one that will advance their career goals.
A student in the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences must complete at least 120 hours for an undergraduate degree as well as satisfy the following requirements:
No course required for graduation or in the major/minor may be taken on a pass/fail basis, excluding courses that are offered pass/fail only. (i.e., pass/fail may be used for free electives only).
A description of the Pathways General Education curriculum may be found in the Academics section of this catalog. For requirements specific to departments in the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences, please contact the individual department.
The Honors College is available to students in the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences. This program provides an enriched environment for qualified and highly motivated students. More information about honors academic requirements and how to earn an honors diploma is available on the Honors College website: honorscollege.vt.edu
An undergraduate student who attempts at least 12 credit hours graded on the A-F option and earns a 3.4 GPA for either spring or fall semester will be included on the online Dean's List for that term. Please note: Students will not appear on the online Dean's List if they are listed in the system as confidential or do not have an active permanent address. Questions about omissions from the online list should be directed to the Office of the University Registrar.
Scholarships are available for students enrolled in the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences. Descriptions and deadlines are available on the college website and on the Office of University Scholarships and Financial Aid.
Educational experiences outside the classroom help make students more competitive for internships, jobs, and graduate school applications. Participation in internships, study abroad, and undergraduate research helps prepare students for life after graduation while exposing them to complex cultural issues. Every major offers academic and career advising to support students in connecting with current opportunities. Course credit is available for qualifying experiences.
The College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences includes faculty advisors and a team of professional, award-winning Academic Advisors whose primary role is to support students in working toward their personal, academic, and career goals. Each student is assigned to work with at least one academic advisor, depending upon any additionally declared minors or majors. Advisors are prepared to guide students, as partners, through various processes during their time at Virginia Tech including:
Career advising is available from multiple sources. The centralized Career and Professional Development, located at the Smith Career Center, offers many services to support the career journey. Beginning with career and major exploration, through the process of assisting students in the job search or graduate and professional school application, Career and Professional Development advisors are a resource for all students.
The College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences works with employers interested in hiring students to host information sessions and panels. Students can attend multiple career fairs offered on campus to build their network, secure internships, or apply for full-time jobs. Every major also offers a career advisor who specializes in guiding students toward career success.
The University provides pre-professional career advisors for all disciplines and the college provides career advisors in areas related to the College.
Many of the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences departments offer graduate degrees at the Master's and Ph.D. levels. Complete information on these programs, including descriptions of graduate courses, can be found in the Graduate Catalog.
Dean: Laura Belmonte
Associate Dean for Academic Policies and Procedures: Debra Stoudt
Associate Dean for Global Initiatives and Engagement: Farida Jalalzai
Associate Dean for Graduate Studies and Research: Tom Ewing
Associate Dean for Transdisciplinary Initiatives and Chief Technology Officer: Carlos Evia
Associate Dean for Undergraduate Academic Affairs: Monica Kimbrell
Assistant Dean for Advancement: Michael Webb
Assistant Dean for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Shaila Mehra
Assistant Dean for Finance and Administration: Jenny Vincent
Director of Academic Advising: Amanda Weaver
Director of Student Recruitment: Kristy Morrill
Senior Director of Academic Support: Karen Watson
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