Liberal Arts Major

The tuition fee is 39,978 USD per year.

The Liberal Arts Major offers an interdisciplinary course of study to explore complex issues by connecting ideas across multiple fields. Students tailor their studies through interdisciplinary track offerings, culminating in a capstone project that applies their learning to a complex issue.

Focus areas include Critical and Creative Writing, Digital Humanities, Environmental Stewardship, Technology and Responsibility, Language and Culture, Self-Designed Track.

The Liberal Arts Major requires 38-39 credits, including specific courses like Truth and Interpretation and a Senior Seminar, and an interdisciplinary track. Up to 15 credits from a second major or minor can count towards the liberal arts curriculum.

Graduates pursue careers in content strategy, digital media, publishing, environmental policy, nonprofit work, UX writing, data ethics, education, communications, and public humanities, or pursue graduate studies.

For international students, tuition is above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 59% of applicants.

Saint Vincent College in Latrobe offers a intimate liberal arts education rooted in Benedictine values of community, hospitality and service. Founded in 1846, the college emphasizes holistic development, blending rigorous academic programs with spiritual life and ethical formation. Small class sizes and a supportive culture encourage close faculty mentoring and opportunities for leadership across campus activities.

Undergraduate offerings concentrate on critical thinking, communication and professional preparation, with experiential learning and community engagement woven into the curriculum. Students are encouraged to pursue service and leadership roles that reflect the college's commitment to stewardship and social responsibility. The campus environment fosters personal growth, with a range of extracurriculars, spiritual programming and career services designed to prepare graduates for meaningful work and civic contribution.

International students are welcomed into a residential campus community where individualized attention and practical experience support transition and success. The college's focus on liberal arts plus career readiness helps students build adaptable skills valued by employers and graduate programs. For prospective students seeking a values-driven education in a close community with a strong emphasis on ethics, service and personal attention, Saint Vincent College offers a distinctive and supportive college experience.