UTRGV College of Liberal Arts
Welcome to the College of Liberal Arts at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. As the largest and most multidisciplinary college at UTRGV, we offer 12 academic departments, over 50 undergraduate and graduate programs, and a wide range of courses essential for all students. With nearly 7,000 students and more than 300 faculty members, we provide a dynamic and comprehensive educational experience.
Why Liberal Arts?
The liberal arts cover a wide range of academic disciplines that develop critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills. Whether you’re drawn to the Humanities—which explore human culture, ideas, and expression through subjects like literature, philosophy, history, and writing—or the Social Sciences, which examine human behavior and societies through fields like communication, psychology, criminal justice, sociology, political science, and anthropology, a liberal arts education equips you with the ability to think independently, analyze complex issues, and communicate effectively—skills that are highly valued by employers.
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College News
											UTRGV lecturer shares expertise from his time as UN police officer
Today, on the 80th anniversary of the United Nations, one UTRGV faculty member is reflecting on his experience in law enforcement and the ...
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											Wall Street Journal recognizes UTRGV as Texas’s top university for best value and social mobility
Once again, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is gaining national recognition in higher education. For the second year in a row, The Wall ...
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											UTRGV cheerleader from Uvalde honors her hometown on Vaquero football field
In May 2022, a mass shooting at Robb Elementary in Uvalde claimed 21 lives. Uvalde native and UTRGV cheerleader Madi Velasquez now honors her ...
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											UTRGV achieves $103.7 million in total research expenditures, paving the way for Carnegie R1 status
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley has achieved a historic milestone, surpassing $100 million in total research expenditures for the first ...
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