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Since 1917, PC has taken pride in being a Catholic and Dominican institution of higher education — one for those who seek truth, celebrate the relationship between faith and reason, and pursue these values in a loving, diverse, and inclusive community.

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Neuroscience

As a neuroscience major at PC, students use multiple approaches and perspectives to think critically, creatively, and flexibility about the
Nursing

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program will provide a rigorous academic curriculum that encompasses theoretical and clinical coursework
Theatre

The primary goal of the Department of Theatre, Dance, and Film of Providence College is the development of theatre artists.
Writing

Interested in literature, poetry, or journalism? Then, our Writing minor is for you. The dynamic, 18-credit minor complements nearly every
Creative Writing

The Creative Writing major offers a rich mix of creative writing and literature courses that provides students the rare opportunity
Health Sciences

Health Sciences is a diverse area of study involving a variety of disciplines that contribute to the science and practice
Catholic Humanities

The minor in Catholic Humanities, administered by the Humanities Program, provides a strong foundation in the interdisciplinary study of the
Communication

The Communication minor will help prepare you to be successful in a wide range of careers, including graphic design, commercial
Music Technology and Production

Music Technology and Production is a specialized major where you will learn how to produce professional-quality music, as well as
SCE: Bachelor’s Degree in Theology

Immerse yourself in Scripture. Unravel the questions of moral theology. Our rich Dominican and Catholic heritage makes PC the perfect
SCE: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science

Those who study Social Science are often driven not just by professional goals, but personal ideals – a yearning to
SCE: Bachelor’s Degree in Professional Studies

Our Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Professional Studies program combines a strong foundation in the liberal arts with 21st century
SCE: Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal Studies

The Liberal Studies curriculum combines a broad range of study with focused skill building, providing a powerful foundation that opens
SCE: Bachelor’s Degree in Leadership Development

Whether you’re working in business, the non-profit sector, or government, today’s rapidly-changing and complex society requires greater leadership skills than
SCE: Bachelor’s Degree in History

The study of history involves studying the past, of course – but it’s the ability to make connections to today’s
SCE: Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare Administration

Take the next step in your career in healthcare – or launch a new one – with a Bachelor of
SCE: Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Administration

Whether you’re an experienced firefighter or just entering the field with an associate’s degree, our Bachelor of Science in Fire
Women’s and Gender Studies

The women’s and gender studies program is a rigorous and interdisciplinary program that places women’s lives, perspectives, and experiences at
Theology

The theology department at Providence College draws upon sacred scripture and the Church’s tradition in pursuing scholarly, theological inquiry “from
Musical Theatre

This concentration requires course work in music, acting, and dance combined with many performance opportunities.
Theatre

For the theatre major, the core of the developmental process is a production-centered experience combined with an interdisciplinary classroom experience
Spanish

Majoring in a foreign language is much more than just learning a foreign language. Our majors and minors become proficient
Anthropology

Using a broad approach, anthropological studies range from the local to the global, from everyday life, to special events—all aspects
Sociology

Through active, engaged learning and student participation, sociology students are challenged to approach their world critically and to achieve a
Social Work

Our nationally accredited program offers a distinctly personal touch, with small class sizes, collaborative research, and individualized advising by the
Social Science

The social science major offers a highly interdisciplinary curriculum coupled with an incredible amount of flexibility — providing the opportunity
Secondary Education

We offer students interested in high school teaching careers a bachelor’s program that leads to certification in the areas of
Public and Community Service Studies

The Public and Community Service Studies (PSP) program offers an interdisciplinary curriculum focused on solving real-world problems. PSP students work
Psychology

Our program is designed to provide not only a thorough and sound foundation in the principles of the discipline, but
Political Science

Students who major in political science at Providence College examine politics in a variety of contexts and from a variety
Physics

The department offers a cross-disciplinary program in applied physics that combines the traditional physics program with courses in systems science.
Philosophy

Philosophy is about the big questions — questions about reality, the mind, and language; about knowledge, experience, and science; about
Music

The Department of Music at Providence College boasts one of the most comprehensive training programs for singers and instrumentalists at
Mathematics

We offer two majors: a B.A. in Mathematics and a B.A. in Mathematics/Secondary Education. The mathematics/secondary education degree has all
Marketing

Success in marketing requires quantitative and qualitative skills. Our program is designed to develop both through a broad-based business curriculum.
Management

Business leaders are increasingly looking for college graduates not only with a background in core management courses but also with
Latin American and Latina/o Studies

The Latin American and Latina/o Studies minor at Providence College offers you an opportunity to select courses from a range
Italian

Majoring in a foreign language is much more than just learning a foreign language. Our majors and minors become proficient
Humanities

The Humanities Program offers a highly individualized interdisciplinary plan of study that is focused on the liberal arts. Emphasis is
History

History majors learn to analyze and assess evidence, raise important questions, communicate ideas clearly, and develop sound arguments with excellent
Health Policy and Management

We offer a unique training ground for those who will lead in the development of healthier communities through professional practice,
Global Studies

Global Studies combines many disciplines in support of a single goal: to make the world a better place. Our department was
German

Majoring in a foreign language is much more than just learning a foreign language. Our majors and minors become proficient
French

Majoring in a foreign language is much more than just learning a foreign language. Our majors and minors become proficient
Finance

Our finance degree program covers the traditional areas of finance — corporate financial management, investment analysis, and financial institutions and
Film

Students in the program will study film history, theory, criticism, and filmmaking, through both academic and studio courses.
English

The English major allows students to read, study, and write about literature written in English, from the Middle Ages to
Engineering (3+2)

The most popular program is the 3+2 plan in which a student spends three years in a pre-engineering curriculum at
Elementary/Special Education

Our program is one of the few in New England that provides dual certification in elementary (grades 1 – 6)
Economics

A successful and impactful career in economics today requires much more than knowledge of economics; it requires that we go
Dance

The Dance minor is designed to give students a foundation in dance technique, composition, history, and criticism.
Computer Science

The computer science major at PC provides students with the knowledge of networks, databases, operating and numerical methods of solving
Classics

Studying the wellspring of Western thinking gives them a wider perspective and deeper understanding of the problems and opportunities that
Chemistry

Chemistry is the “central science” — it’s the air, the oceans, the earth. Chemistry is a foundational scientific discipline that
Business Innovation

The Business and Innovation minor at Providence College combines the best of a liberal arts education with contemporary courses in
Black Studies

Our program offers a strong grounding in the African-American community’s past and present. We study the unique cultures, collective experiences,
Biology

The goal of the biology curriculum is to make students aware of the structure, function, and evolution of life as
Biochemistry

The bachelor of science program in biochemistry combines the chemistry courses required for the bachelor of arts in chemistry program with selected courses in biology
Asian Studies

Asian Studies is an interdisciplinary minor program, offering students the opportunity to pursue special topics within the disciplines of art
Art History

The program in art history emphasizes the historical, cultural, and formal contexts of art and visual culture, preparing students for graduate study
Art

The studio art program stresses a strong foundation in the fine arts, as well as the liberal arts, on which to build
American Studies

Our American Studies Program allows you to learn about and examine the American experience through many lenses — art, literature,
Accountancy

Our nationally recognized accountancy program teaches more than just “the math.” Our program provides a strong foundation in accountancy knowledge,
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STORIES

Black voices at PC

Celebrate Black History Month by learning about the lives and achievements of Black students, alumni, faculty, and staff.

Academics

students and professor working in science lab

New major in neuroscience

Friars can now major in neuroscience, a burgeoning field that studies the biological foundations of behavior.

Event

“Big problems require big energy”

Actor, best-selling author, and activist Hill Harper addressed campus at the college’s annual MLK Convocation.

Podcast

Intern on the hill

Andres Heredia Belliard ’23 discusses his Washington internships and how financial aid made PC possible.

Judge Melissa Dubose ’90

Judicial Reformer

Inspired by public institutions like her childhood public library, DuBose is working to improve fairness and trust in the Rhode Island judiciary.

Ed Cooley

Coach of the Year

Men’s basketball head coach Ed Cooley led the Friars to a first-ever BIG EAST regular season championship and the NCAA Tournament’s Sweet Sixteen last year.

Lydia Watson ’22

Youth Educator

Being involved in Campus Ministry provided some of Lydia’s most formative experiences at PC, and helped determine her future career path.

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93%

of graduates complete an internship or career-building experience

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In the Catholic and Dominican tradition, truth is not just a collection of unrelated propositions or disembodied ideas. It is an integrated way of life. We seek understanding not only for its own sake, but because we believe that the truth informs us about our place in the world and orients us towards that good life which all men and women desire.

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PROVIDENCE COLLEGE is a place for seekers.