College of Liberal Arts
University of Minnesota
Twin Cities Campus
101 Pleasant St SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455

CLA's Degree Requirements

A liberal education calls for study of different academic disciplines and subjects. Below is a broad overview of the requirements of a liberal arts degree at the University of Minnesota College of Liberal Arts.

When you come for your new student orientation, your academic adviser will go over all of the specific requirements with you.

To earn a degree from CLA, you will earn credits in:

  • physical and biological sciences
  • social sciences and humanities
  • mathematical thinking
  • cultural diversity
  • international perspectives
  • environment
  • citizenship and public ethics

You will also need to complete:

  • a writing requirement that includes writing intensive courses
  • a second language requirement
  • a major and a major project

CLA also has requirements concerning the number of credits you will need and the level at which they are taken.