the college of liberal arts and sciences (called the college) is the university of kansas’s largest academic unit with more than 50 departments and programs. the liberal arts and sciences include disciplines in the arts and humanities, social and behavioral sciences, and natural and mathematical sciences, as well as international and interdisciplinary studies options. each department lends a unique perspective on the world.

liberal education at the undergraduate level is typically broad rather than specialized. its aim is to develop a citizenry that is broadly informed and capable of critical appraisal and to provide fundamental knowledge in many fields. the mission of the college, as reflected in the university of kansas’s bachelor’s degree requirements, is to provide such an education. the college takes full advantage of the university’s role as a research institution to ensure that the knowledge imparted to students is current and that they learn the skills of inquiry and critical evaluation.