The mission of the College of Liberal Arts is to provide all students of the University with the opportunity to acquire a broad liberal education in the areas of fine and applied arts, humanities, mathematics, and social sciences. These experiences develop valuable skills in critical thinking, analysis, synthesis, the use of the scientific method, numeracy, and oral and written communication as well as greater understanding and appreciation for different cultures and international issues. 
The College’s mission also includes ensuring that challenging academic majors and minors are offered in the various disciplines of the College to help prepare students for their future careers. Students are guided into career appropriate course work through individualized advising by faculty mentors. Along with classroom instruction, the College fosters research and other creative activities with faculty and students. Such personal experiences create a profound impact that leads to personal and professional growth. The College supports alliances that form bridges to the outside community such as through its association with the Center for the Advancement of Mathematics and Science Education and the Center for American Indian Studies. Finally, the College contributes to the progress of the University, serves the needs of relevant disciplines and professions, and enhances the quality of life in our state and region through service activities.
From the College of Liberal Arts it is possible to earn a Bachelor of Science in Education degree in:
Students may earn a Bachelor of Science degree in all of the following major areas:
Students may earn a Bachelor of Arts degree in all of the following major areas: