School of Arts and Sciences

The School of Arts and Sciences at SUNY Geneseo offers a substantive and challenging undergraduate learning experience across disciplines, including the arts, humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. 

The largest academic unit at the College, the School of Arts and Sciences houses 18 departments and a diverse slate of academic offerings. Faculty in the Arts and Sciences disciplines hold 12 of the College's 17 distinguished rank appointments and 43 Chancellor's Awards for excellence in teaching. Small average class sizes provide excellent opportunities for close, active collaboration with faculty and outstanding opportunities for undergraduate research. 

The arts and sciences fields prepare students with specific disciplinary expertise and broad skills to succeed in various career fields and make a difference in the world. As part of the College's commitment to integrative and applied learning, students in the arts and sciences at Geneseo have multiple opportunities to engage in learning experiences that pair disciplinary knowledge and skills with real-world experiences, such as internships, study abroad, research, and civic engagement. Geneseo arts and sciences graduates are ready to take on tomorrow’s challenges and thrive due to these experiences.

Departments in the School of Arts and Sciences