Dean, Claire Gleitman sitting at a table wearing a sleeveless dress, smiling at the camera with sunglasses on her head.
Welcome to the School of Humanities and Sciences!

We can’t wait for you to embark on your journey through everything we, and Ithaca College, have to offer. We’re a close-knit community, and we’re thrilled that you’ll be joining it and bringing with you all the unique skills and interests that will make us even stronger. You’ll thrive alongside our amazing students, faculty, and staff.

If you have any questions or would like to connect with a current faculty member or department, please email me at hsdean@ithaca.edu; be sure to also follow us on social media!

~Claire Gleitman
Dean, School of Humanities & Sciences

I chose IC because the staff, faculty, and administration made me feel like a person. I wasn’t going to be just another number to them; I knew that by attending Ithaca, I would be gaining a loving, supportive, and passionate learning community.

Connor Watson '23

Marking her own path in H&S

Beth Ryan
Beth Ryan
Biochemistry
Beth Ryan is unapologetic about nerding out to biochemistry and what might just be the coolest job ever: designing the future of medicine.
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Humanities and Sciences Pathways

Not sure exactly what you want to study? It’s time to explore! In the H&S Pathways, you can take up to four semesters (60 credits) to try out programs. As an explorer, you will be guided by dedicated faculty advisors who will assist you to actively and assertively consider your future. You will have opportunities to explore how different academic aptitudes dovetail with your career goals and personal values.

START EXPLORING
Humanities, Art, and Social Sciences Pathways
Science, Mathematics, and Computing Pathways

Alumni achievements

Luke Broadwater
Alum Wins Pulitzer Prize
By Danica Fisher ’05, May 7, 2020
Headshot of Rory Rubin and the Interior of one of her shipping containers
Alumna Thinks Outside the Box
By Emily Snyder '21, August 2, 2021
Aaron Tveit on the left, and Dharon Jones on the right.
IC Takes Center Stage at Tony Awards
By Patrick Bohn ’05, September 30, 2021

Virtual appointments

Ask faculty and/or current students from the School of Humanities and Sciences all your questions and see what your life at IC could be like!

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Take the Next Steps

Be sure to check out additional information for admitted students from IC's Office of Admission.

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