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Areas of Study

Arts and Humanities

About This Area of Study

Most people can understand and appreciate the arts. Those who wish to pursue this area of study can enroll in programs that focus on creating and interpreting auditory, visual and even tactile work. Humanities is a distinct discipline encompassing logic, philosophy, language, religious belief (theology) and speech.

What You Can Expect to Do

The world could be your stage with a degree in the arts or humanities. Drama, theater, dance and music are some of the obvious ones, but with a mastery of philosophy, history, English or literature, your stage could be a classroom where you enlighten tomorrow’s students about the audiovisual world.

Types of Programs

  • Arts, Entertainment and Media Management
  • Dance
  • Design
  • Drama and Theater
  • English and Literature
  • History

  • Film, Video and Photographic Arts
  • Liberal Arts and Sciences
  • Music
  • Philosophy
  • Theology and Religious Studies
  • Visual and Performing Arts

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Making School More Affordable With the Military

We get it: It seems like college is more expensive every year. The good news is there are ways to make it more affordable, including serving for a set period in the Military, which can cover up to 100% of the cost through its generous Tuition Assistance programs. Oh, and you don’t have to put your schooling on hold to do it.

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Mathematicians

Conduct research in fundamental mathematics or in application of mathematical techniques to science, management, and other fields. Solve problems in various fields using mathematical methods.

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Job Outlook

+11%
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Archivists

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Museum Technicians and Conservators

Restore, maintain, or prepare objects in museum collections for storage, research, or exhibit. May work with specimens such as fossils, skeletal parts, or botanicals; or artifacts, textiles, or art. May identify and record objects or install and arrange them in exhibits. Includes book or document conservators.

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Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources

Natural Sciences Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.

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Clinical Research Coordinators

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Web and Digital Interface Designers

Design digital user interfaces or websites. Develop and test layouts, interfaces, functionality, and navigation menus to ensure compatibility and usability across browsers or devices. May use web framework applications as well as client-side code and processes. May evaluate web design following web and accessibility standards, and may analyze web use metrics and optimize websites for marketability and search engine ranking. May design and test interfaces that facilitate the human-computer interaction and maximize the usability of digital devices, websites, and software with a focus on aesthetics and design. May create graphics used in websites and manage website content and links.

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Schools That Offer This Area of Study

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Southern New Hampshire University

Manchester, NH

Tuition

16,450

Students

251,081

School Type

Private, not-for-profit, 4-year or above

Size & Setting

Midsize | Suburb

Ivy Tech Community College

Indianapolis, IN

Tuition

9,465

Students

164,377

School Type

Public, 2-year

Size & Setting

Large | Urban

Grand Canyon University

Phoenix, AZ

Tuition

17,263

Students

159,769

School Type

Private, for-profit, 4-year or above

Size & Setting

Large | Urban

University of Phoenix-Arizona

Phoenix, AZ

Tuition

9,552

Students

144,109

School Type

Private, for-profit, 4-year or above

Size & Setting

Large | Urban

Liberty University

Lynchburg, VA

Tuition

15,822

Students

138,745

School Type

Private, not-for-profit, 4-year or above

Size & Setting

Small | Urban

Lone Star College System

The Woodlands, TX

Tuition

6,960

Students

103,845

School Type

Public, 4-year or above

Size & Setting

Medium | Urban

Dallas College

Dallas, TX

Tuition

6,000

Students

99,774

School Type

Public, 4-year or above

Size & Setting

Large | Urban

American Public University System

Charles Town, WV

Tuition

8,400

Students

95,970

School Type

Private, for-profit, 4-year or above

Size & Setting

Fringe | Town
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Enhancing Your Prospects With ROTC

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