Liberal Arts
In a rapidly changing world, adaptability, insight, and strong communication matter more than ever. Corban’s Liberal Arts major equips you with timeless skills—critical thinking, cultural literacy, ethical reasoning, and effective communication—that prepare you to thrive in any profession.
This flexible program gives you the freedom to explore your interests while grounding you in key areas like biblical discernment, professional preparedness, and cultural awareness. With courses in philosophy, literature, communication, leadership, and the arts, you’ll learn to ask thoughtful questions, connect ideas across disciplines, and make a meaningful impact in whatever field you pursue.
Rooted in a Christian perspective and designed to cultivate curiosity and compassion, the liberal arts major is your foundation for a lifetime of learning, leadership, and faithful service.
Completion
4 Years
Credits
120
Major
Liberal Arts
Delivery
On Campus
Featured Courses
Introduction to Liberal Arts
Begin your journey into a broad, Christ-centered education. Explore the liberal arts through a biblical lens as you engage with diverse disciplines, ideas, and perspectives. Experience the richness of community and culture at Corban University while learning to think deeply about humanity and society.
Reading the World & Searching for God
Engage with art, music, myth, and literature across cultures and centuries, all while exploring life’s biggest questions: Where did we come from? Why are we here? Where are we going? This course invites you to seek truth through the lens of a biblical worldview.
Liberal Arts Internship
Gain the experience you need to thrive in a fast-changing job market. This course supports students as they navigate internship opportunities that build practical skills, professional insight, and real-world wisdom—preparing them for success beyond the classroom.
Christianity & The Liberal Arts Capstone
Bring your liberal arts education and Christian worldview together in a meaningful research project. In this capstone course, you will explore a relevant academic topic through thoughtful research and reflection. Guided by a structured plan, you will complete a major project or essay and present your work to the campus community.
For a complete list of courses in this program, view the program overview.
For official course descriptions, refer to the academic catalog.
At its core, the liberal arts are about pursuing wisdom, and at Corban, that pursuit begins with Christ. Through a biblical lens, you’ll explore what it means to live thoughtfully, communicate truthfully, and lead with integrity. Designed to shape both your mind and character, this flexible major equips you to engage a complex world with creativity, clarity, and conviction.
Career Opportunities
Employers know that liberal arts majors make well-rounded, competent employees in any industry. As a strong writer, speaker, and thinker, you may want to explore roles such as:
- Project Manager
- Human Resources Specialist
- Public Relations Manager
- Professional Development Coach
- City Manager
- Policy Analyst
- Non-profit Leader
- Technical Writer
*according to the American Association of Colleges & Universities
Featured Faculty
Dr. Ryan Stark
Chair, Humanities | Professor of English and Humanities
rstark@corban.edu(503) 589-8190
