The following departments and programs are housed within the College of Arts and Humanities.
Art and Design
Art and Design students develop their creative, technical, and expressive abilities in preparation for careers in the Fine Arts, museums and galleries, K-12 education, graphic design, interior design, and fashion studies.
English
English students learn to read, write, and think critically; to communicate effectively and persuasively; and to analyze and create documents and media that make an impact.
Foreign Languages
Our program offers students the opportunity to study a wide variety of languages, including Spanish, French, German, Chinese, Arabic, Japanese, Urdu, and Russian, among others.
Music, Theatre, and Dance
Whether you want to become a music educator, performer, composer, musicologist, or critic, at IUP you will be exposed to a range of instruments, music styles, and career options. By choosing among two theater concentrations or a dance minor, you can direct your creative talents and shape your future as an artist in the entertainment industry.
History, Political Science, Philosophy, and Religious Studies
If you crave an intellectual challenge, History, political science, and philosophy or religious studies may well be right for you. Students in our program develop critical thinking skills that lead to a deeper comprehension of world and national cross-cultural events.