Humanities

Dive into the humanities (BA) at Simmons. Our program will expand your mind, broaden your view of life, and deepen your understanding of what it means to be human.

The Gwen Ifill School offers an exciting, innovative curriculum. Courses cover art, children’s literature, history, literature and writing, philosophy, applied Spanish, and more. We honor multicultural perspectives and celebrate differences in race, gender, and sexuality. 

Our exceptional faculty are artists, writers and poets, historians, and philosophers. They will inspire you to learn and guide you along your journey in the humanities. Our classes average 17 students, allowing for strong connections with classmates and faculty.

Broaden Your Knowledge While Developing In-Demand Skills 

A BA degree in the humanities will equip you with skills employers seek. According to the American Association of Colleges & Universities’ survey of employers, these include:

• Oral Communication
• Critical thinking and analytic reasoning
• Teamwork skills with diverse groups
• Ethical judgment and decision-making
• Written communication
• Complex problem solving

You also will have the opportunity to take part in internships and research. You’ll receive advising, support, and guidance based on your career and research goals. Our professors and the Simmons Career Education Center staff offer a humanities-focused career course that will help you get ready for life after graduation.

Simmons alums with a humanities degree find employment in a variety of fields. You will explore potential careers in academia, law, creative industries, nonprofit work, and more.

Why Get a Bachelor's Degree in Humanities?

There are many reasons to pursue a Humanities bachelor’s degree at Simmons:

• Breadth of learning: Take advantage of the extensive curriculum. You may choose to enroll in cross-listed courses in administration, communications, politics, and more;
• Depth of knowledge: Gain expertise through four required upper-level courses. Choose from capstone alternatives, which include independent studies, seminars, and internships;
• Collaborative learning: Engage with other students in a wide range of courses. Deepen your knowledge of critical thinking, argumentation, and public humanities writing. Participate in internships and the seminars; and
• Diverse education: Discover the Humanities from a variety of cultural perspectives. We offer many courses focused on issues of race, gender, and sexuality.