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Study what speaks to you.
Curriculum
Still deciding what you want to study? Or maybe you know exactly what you’ll be, and
how you’ll make your mark on the world. No matter what discipline you pursue, at Skidmore
you'll look at it from every angle, connecting different modes of thinking and unrelated
ideas.
MAJORS & MINORS
A lot happens between day one and graduation day. And every experience–in and out
of the classroom–can open you up to new interests and possibilities. Choose a major,
change a major, or piece together a major and path that matters to you. Whatever you
choose, we’ll be there to make sure it’s authentic to you and practical for the professional
world.
Experiential Learning
Four in five Skidmore students delve into some kind of internship, research, or experiential
educational practice before they graduate. As a result, students become independent,
creative problem-solvers who aren’t restricted to looking at things in traditional
ways.
OFF-CAMPUS STUDY & EXCHANGES
Sometimes, the only way to broaden your perspective is to step outside your comfort
zone–or your time zone. With 120 approved study abroad programs in 45 countries around
the world, as well as several domestic off-campus opportunities, there’s only one
question: “Where will you go?”.
Skidmore Facts
44
Majors & minors
50%
Of students study abroad
16
Average class size
125+
Sustainability-related courses
Creative Thought Works
See how Skidmore alumni are putting creative thought to work in their fields, their
passions and the world in which we live.
'17
"There is a common theme in academia that the humanities and sciences must be held
separately. By studying both neuroscience and English, I’ve come to understand that
science is full of art, just as art is inherently scientific. Now able to connect
my areas of study, better understand by interests, and experience my world more colorfully."
Eliza Burr '17
English and Neuroscience
'19
"Knowing that I was actually going to do the first-year London program—that it was
real—was the greatest feeling. I had never been on a plane or to a different country.
Arriving in London was surreal. If you can go to London your first semester of college,
you can go anywhere!"
Nana Nyantakyi '19
Business
'20
"Skidmore has always been super supportive of things I’ve decided to do—I took a gap
year in Austin, Texas, and worked at a nonprofit producing an album of kids’ songs
with at-risk youth. Once at Skidmore, I found business and music professors willing
to sponsor me as a self-determined music marketing and finance major."
Logan Giberson '20
Music Marketing and Finance
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