College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Welcome to the College of Arts,
Humanities and Social Sciences

The College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences offers a variety of degrees that explore the inner and social lives of people. Bachelors-level majors include Criminal Justice, History/Political Science, Liberal Arts (with concentrations in Art, Communication, and English), Music, Music Education, Psychology, and Social Work. The College offers a two-year associate's program in Criminal Justice and associate of applied science degrees in Crime Scene Investigation and Law Enforcement Administration in partnership with the Criminal Justice Institute of the University of Arkansas System.

The College offers three master's degrees: the Master of Music in Jazz Studies, the Master of Arts in English, and the Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing.

Degrees & Programs

Explore the diverse degrees and academic programs offered through the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, designed to prepare students for creative, professional and civic success in an ever-changing global society.

Faculty & Staff

Meet the dedicated faculty and staff of the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences who are committed to academic excellence, student success and fostering a collaborative learning community.

Opportunities & Resources

Explore opportunities, resources, learning outcomes and assessment initiatives. Discover programs that support student success through internships, research, academic support and career development.

News From the College of Arts,
Humanities and Social Sciences

UAM Awarded $1.4 Million for Music Building Restoration Project

The University of Arkansas at Monticello was recently awarded a $1,405,759 grant from the Arkansas Natural and Cultural Resources Council (ANCRC) to renovate the Music Building, formerly known as the Fine Arts Building. The Music Building is located...

UAM Faculty Member Earns Prestigious ELA Lifetime Service Award

On April 29, Dr. Kay Walter, professor of English at the University of Arkansas at Monticello, received the Carolyn Pittman Lifetime Service Award from the Arkansas Council of Teachers of English and Language Arts (ACTELA). The award recognized Dr....

UAM Professor Receives Distinguished Service Award at National Convention

Members of the Arkansas Zeta chapter of the Alpha Chi National College Honor Society, housed at the University of Arkansas at Monticello, attended the 2026 National Convention of Alpha Chi in Orlando, Florida, from March 12 to 14. During the event,...

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