STATS & STRENGTHS

The Heart of UNC Greensboro

As the university’s largest and most diverse academic unit, the College of Arts & Sciences represents the breadth and depth of intellectual opportunity at UNCG. With our many departments, commitment to inclusivity, and cutting-edge research, our students and faculty create a big impact on the world around us.

Explore our top-ranked programs and major strengths here.

Our Top-Ranked Programs

#3

PhD program in English

Ranks No. 3 in North Carolina
by U.S. News & World Report (2022).

#21

Anthropology
bachelor’s degree

Ranks No. 21 in the nation
by Grad Reports (2020).

#1

Computer Science
bachelor’s degree

Ranks No. 1 in the southeast
by College Factual (2022).

#10

MS in Sustainability
and Environment

Ranks No. 10 in the nation by Academic Influence (2024).

#38

Master’s in Sociology
program

Ranks No. 38 in the nation and No. 1 for master’s programs with a criminology focus, by Intelligent (2021).

#33

Biological & Biomedical Sciences Bachelor’s Degree

Ranks No. 33 in the southeast
by College Factual (2022).

#4

Online Philosophy
degree program

Ranks No. 4 in the nation by Academic Influence
and no. 5 by Intelligent.com.

#3

PhD program in History

Ranks No. 3 in North Carolina
by U.S. News & World Report (2022).

#23

Data Analytics
online Master’s Degree

Ranks No. 23 in the nation
by TechGuide (2024).

Our Strengths

RESEARCH

$12.9M IN EXTERNAL RESEARCH FUNDING

Funded by competitive national grants, our faculty conduct cutting-edge research alongside both undergraduate and graduate students.

DIVERSITY

55% STUDENTS OF COLOR

Strong diversity initiatives bring rich perspectives to our classrooms, faculty rosters, and research endeavors. A further 45% of our students are first-generation college students.

Two students of color having a compelling conversation with one another in the library.

BREADTH OF STUDY

20+ DEPARTMENTS AND PROGRAMS

The major contributor to the University’s general education curriculum, our faculty teach 50% of all undergraduate credit hours.

Find Your Way Here.

You can benefit from our interdisciplinary studies, diverse perspectives, and cutting-edge research. Join the College of Arts & Sciences for our next semester of classes.

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