In fact, our Humanities and Social Sciences faculty members are nationally known for their research and scholarship in these areas. You will not only be encouraged to pursue non-Western studies and to grapple with the perspectives of such historically underrepresented peoples as women and minorities, you will be required to do so. Every liberal arts and science student must complete eight credits in the areas of non-Western culture and race and gender studies. You will also strengthen your communications skills in a required one-semester course, College Writing . This intensive course in writing expository essay prepares you both for the kinds of research and writing assignments you will encounter throughout your years at Purchase and for the challenges and pleasures of writing outside of and after college.
Some students enter college knowing exactly what they want to major in.
At Purchase students can jump right into courses in their major, though they will still need to satisfy requirements in other subjects. Others may take more time to decide, using electives and core requirements as a way to sample the richness of the liberal arts. Minors are also offered in many areas of study. Academic advising Freshman advising is a priority at Purchase. For each incoming freshman class, a group of faculty members form a core group committed to freshman advising.