Spalding University

School of Liberal Arts

Degrees Offered

Bachelor of Arts in African American Studies

African American Studies creates an inclusive environment to critically explore the historical, economic, social, and political experiences of people of African descent in the United States. This program connects the coursework to the community through embedded service-learning experiences, internships, and research.

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Bachelor of Arts in Creative Art

Our Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Creative Arts bridges the gap between creative and professional development by dividing the program of study into skills, expression, application, action, and transdisciplinary practices.

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Bachelor of Fine Arts in Creative Writing

The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Creative Writing places an emphasis on collaboration, feedback, community, and an exploration of craft through workshops and classes. This program allows you to tailor your studies to your specific interests and focus on genres, writing styles, and literature you are passionate about.

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Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies

This bachelor’s degree in interdisciplinary studies (formerly liberal studies) allows you to combine courses in two or three areas of study offered by the School of Liberal Arts.

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Bachelor of Arts in Professional Writing

With two specialized tracks, Editing and Technical Writing or Business Writing, the Bachelor of Arts in Professional Writing readies students for readies students for a wide range of careers by providing them the essential writing, communication, and technical skills needed to succeed.

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Bachelor of Science in Communication

Communication majors at Spalding can choose from two tracks: Communication Studies and Media Studies. Optimize your opportunities in seeking a specific marketplace niche.

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Broaden Your Horizons With a Degree from the School of Liberal Arts

The school of Liberal Arts at Spalding will strengthen your capacity for compassion through the examination of a variety of world views. Engage your creative intellect and hone your critical thinking and leadership skills as you study African American studies, creative arts, communication studies, history, writing, literature, religious studies, philosophy, and more.

Become an engaged member of Louisville’s compassionate and diverse community through internship experience. You’ll connect to the community where you live, work and study to gain a greater understanding of the world and your place in it, and you’ll be prepared for a spectrum of careers.

Block Schedule

Spalding University offers a unique block schedule to make your life easier. With eight-week sessions separated by one-week breaks, this customizable graduate program easily fits into your busy schedule. For full-time working professionals, the course load and classes are manageable and knowledge gained can be applied to any field.