New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences
Degrees offered within New College are designed to provide innovative coursework and hands-on experience to prepare students for the social, economic, political and cultural challenges they will face in a rapidly expanding, diverse global marketplace.
ASU is ranked a top 10 university for undergraduate education because of our strong commitment to high-quality teaching, and is one of the top universities for providing the best internship programs, according to U.S. News & World Report.
Whether learning online or on campus, ASU has degrees that will put you on the path to a successful career in the job you want. In fact, our graduates are ranked No. 2 in the U.S. for employability among public universities.
Want to study what makes life meaningful? Positive psychology focuses on the strengths and processes that help people and organizations flourish, giving you tools to support growth in schools, workplaces and communities.
Explore people, communities and institutions through an interdisciplinary curriculum spanning psychology, sociology, political science and anthropology. Build transferable skills in research, critical thinking and problem-solving to prepare for careers and graduate programs.
Are you interested in a career focused on social advocacy? Immerse yourself in the understanding of psychological and social principles that influence behavior in a variety of social structures.
Evaluate complex issues, conduct research and interpret cultural trends while sharpening how you communicate ideas. Grow analytical, communication and cultural competency skills valued in public service, education, law, media and advocacy.
Are you interested in how communities are shaped? Study the historical, political and cultural forces that influence society while exploring the distinct experiences of diverse ethnic, racial and Indigenous groups.
Build skills in negotiation, collaboration, dialogue, critical thinking and conflict management. Graduates pursue human rights advocacy, public policy, conflict resolution, community development, nonprofit leadership and international affairs.
Sharpen your ability to analyze social problems, evaluate evidence and communicate across diverse audiences. Prepare for careers in nonprofits, education, policy and diversity roles, with strong preparation for graduate and law school.
Build critical thinking, research, writing, communication and analytical skills. These strengths are valued in law, public policy, advocacy, education, nonprofit leadership, human resources, public relations and business.
Develop research and advocacy skills that help you evaluate complex issues, communicate clearly and back evidence-based solutions. Examine migration, environmental justice, race, gender, citizenship and global justice through an interdisciplinary lens.
Customize your studies through interdisciplinary coursework linking sociology with psychology, anthropology, communication, political science and social justice. Prepare for careers spanning government, nonprofits, social services, criminal justice, business and health fields.
Customize with interdisciplinary work linking psychology, communication, journalism and political science. Prepare for careers in government, nonprofits, criminal justice and health fields while building research skills for graduate study.
Prepare for high-demand careers where bilingual professionals thrive such as in translation, interpretation, public relations, international business, government and education.
