University of South Florida

Overview

The Arts & Humanities Exploratory Bachelor Pathway at the University of South Florida offers students the opportunity to delve into various disciplines within the creative and liberal arts before committing to a specific major. This unique pathway encourages exploration, allowing students to develop critical skills in areas such as critical thinking, cultural analysis, and effective communication, all while ensuring they remain on track for graduation.

What you'll study

This program consists of a guided selection of courses designed to help you explore your interests across the arts, humanities, and related social and educational contexts. Typical examples of exploratory coursework include:

• College Algebra
• Sociology
• Media and Society
• Schools and Society
• Standards-Based Education
• Measurement Concepts and Assessment of All Students

Throughout the pathway, you'll receive academic advising to assist with course selection, ensuring you meet degree requirements and facilitate a seamless transition into your chosen major. Course offerings may vary each semester, and your final academic plan will be confirmed with your advisor.

Entry requirements

General requirements

• Complete the online application.
• Pay the non-refundable application fee.
• Submit original or certified copies of academic transcripts, mark sheets, grade reports, diplomas or certificates, and national standardized examination results, or other academic coursework to the University of South Florida.
• Include a certified English translation for all documents not written in English. For assistance with translations, consider using the services of the American Translators Association to find a certified translator.

Tip: Keep copies of all submitted documents and monitor your application status through the university portal.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Arts & Humanities Exploratory Bachelor Pathway can pursue a variety of career paths in fields such as education, media, social services, and arts management. The skills developed through this program—such as critical thinking, communication, and cultural analysis—are highly transferable and valued in many professional settings. Additionally, students may choose to further their studies by pursuing advanced degrees in their areas of interest.