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College of Arts and Sciences

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Pushing the limits to take you further.

The College of Arts and Sciences is a diverse community of exceptional scholars working together toward the common goal of excellence in the pursuit of knowledge, both for its own sake and in service to society.

Arts and Sciences is the University’s largest academic unit and provides the liberal arts foundation for a UAlbany education. In our programs, students explore big ideas and timely, important problems; unleash their creativity and develop their aesthetic sensibility; investigate and analyze the natural world; and develop the flexible intellect required to be engaged local and global citizens.

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Our Departments

Visit the pages below to learn more about our academic programs. 

Africana, Latin American, Caribbean and Latinx Studies

Anthropology

Art and Art History

Atmospheric and Environmental Sciences

Biological Sciences

Chemistry

Communication

East Asian Studies

Economics

English

Geography and Planning

History

Languages, Literatures and Cultures

Mathematics and Statistics

Music and Theatre

Philosophy

Physics

Psychology

Sociology

Women's, Gender and Sexuality Studies

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Innovation Begins Here

As the intellectual hub of a major research university, we are committed to supporting a talented and diverse student body in their pursuit of knowledge and discovery.

With $28.5 million in external funding awarded to Arts & Sciences researchers in 2022-23, our scientists, researchers, scholars, clinicians and artists are empowered to produce original and ground-breaking work in their respective fields. 

 

 

Academic Support

We'll provide you with the tools for success in your chosen field of study at every stage of your academic career.

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Technical Services

Technical Services provides technical scientific and instrumental support to the College of Arts and Sciences. 

Access Technical Services.

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Performing Arts Center

The UAlbany Performing Arts Center hosts a variety of musical and theatrical performances in their five performance spaces. 

Learn about PAC.

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UAlbany in the High School

UAlbany in the High School allows qualified students to earn college credit across many disciplines while still in high school.

Learn about the UHS program.

Jeanette Altarriba

A Message From the Dean

"The University at Albany's College of Arts and Sciences is a vibrant community comprised of exceptional faculty, dedicated students, and committed staff. Together, we strive for excellence in the pursuit of knowledge, valuing its intrinsic worth and its potential impact on society."


Dr. Jeanette Altarriba
Dean, College of Arts and Sciences
 

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Paolo Forni has received two grants totaling more than $3.3 million from the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development. The funding will support his work studying Kallmann syndrome and related disorders affecting fertility and olfaction.
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More than 40 researchers from the University at Albany have been ranked among the world’s top researchers, according to a Stanford University study published annually through Elsevier.

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Contact the College of Arts and Sciences
Arts & Sciences 217
Email
[email protected]
Phone
518-442-4651
Office Hours

Fall & Spring Hours
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Closed noon to 1 p.m.
 

Summer & Intersession Hours
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Closed noon to 1 p.m.
 

Office Closed for Holidays
New Year’s Day
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Monday
Washington’s Birthday Holiday Monday
Memorial Day Monday
Juneteenth
Independence Day (July 4th)
Labor Day Monday
Columbus Day Monday
Veteran’s Day
Thanksgiving Day and the day after
Christmas Day