College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

Our offerings

The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences is comprised of six departments offering 11 undergraduate degrees and 20 minors in a supportive, beneficial environment. CAHSS students secure a long-lasting, well-rounded, broad-based humanities education preparing them for taking on the leadership needs of a diverse, inclusive society. 

Whether it’s seeking the intercultural communication and diplomatic credentials needed to work for the U.S. Department of State as a cultural ambassador, or co-creating the next Oscar-winning film, Monterey Bay students achieve their professional dreams with the support of their artistic mentors.

Our mission

 The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences offers a liberal arts education that fosters critical thinking, creativity, communication, social responsibility, intercultural competence, and lifelong learning. We advance knowledge of the human experience and empower students to thrive in a complex world.   

For more information, please visit our Strategic Plan page.

Our fields of study include:  

Cinematic Arts and Technology

• Cinematic Arts and Technology, B.A.  (Spanish Version Available)

Humanities and Communication

• Ethnic and Gender Studies, B.A.
• Humanities and Communication, B.A.

Performing and Visual Arts

• Music, B.A.
• Visual and Public Art, B.A.

Psychology

• Psychology, B.A.

Social Sciences and Global Studies

• Global Studies, B.A.
• Social and Behavioral Sciences, B.A.
• Sociology, B.A.

World Languages and Cultures

• Japanese Language and Culture, B.A.
• Spanish Language and Hispanic Cultures, B.A.