Bachelor in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (Bachelor's)

Boricua College’s campuses are located in three boroughs of New York City, bringing students into a broad urban setting. The college lists campuses in Brooklyn and the Bronx, including its Brooklyn location at 9 Graham Avenue, Avenida de Puerto Rico, and its Bronx location at 890 Washington Avenue. Campus information and academic dates are organized through the college calendar.

The college’s institutional identity is rooted in culture, tradition, trust, and transformation. Its system of instruction follows a humanistic principle that focuses on educating the whole person. Students are encouraged to become self-motivated, independent, lifelong learners. This approach provides the central idea connecting the college’s undergraduate and graduate academic programs.

International students can explore the college’s admissions requirements before applying and review the academic calendar for campus events, important dates, and class-related deadlines. The calendar also includes deadlines connected with taking classes through the consortium. Boricua College provides information about academic programs, campus locations, admissions, and student support, including mental-health assistance and job and internship resources.

This programme prepares students for roles in education, research, and cultural institutions through an interdisciplinary study of literature, history, sociology, and cultural theory. Students engage in research, critical analysis, and experiential learning focused on the human condition in the 21st century. The curriculum integrates cognitive, affective, and psychomotor dimensions of learning through structured coursework and practicum experiences. It emphasizes multicultural perspectives and personal development within a liberal arts framework.

Focus areas include English and American Literature, Latin American and Caribbean Literature, History, Sociology, Psychology, Anthropology.

The programme requires 124 credits total, with 60 credits in the Generic Studies-Liberal Arts and Sciences core and 60 credits in a student-approved program of study. Coursework includes colloquia, experiential studies, theoretical studies, cultural studies, and independent studies.

Graduates pursue careers in education, research, cultural programming, and community-based organizations.

Applicants must hold a high school diploma or equivalent. Submission of official transcripts and a personal statement is required. Admission decisions are based on academic records and program fit.

The programme totals about 124 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, typically four years. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes.