Office of the Dean

Welcome to Hunter College’s School of Arts and Sciences! As I embark on my twentieth year at Hunter yet first year as Dean, I’m thrilled and energized to lead us during this incredibly important time, where there is so much opportunity for innovation, transformation, and growth. Our school is a vibrant hub, bustling with over 14,000 students and an incredible array of undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates spanning the humanities, arts, social sciences, natural sciences, and groundbreaking interdisciplinary fields. With more than 30 departments and programs, we’re all about pushing boundaries and exploring new academic and creative frontiers.

We’re passionate about celebrating our students and their amazing journeys. Here, you’re not just getting a top-tier liberal arts education—you’re becoming an informed, impactful citizen and a leader in your community. Our grads don’t just earn diplomas; they become dynamic alumni who fuel the energy and innovation of NYC and beyond.

Our world-class faculty are a major part of what makes Hunter special. They’re not only exceptional educators but also public-facing scholars committed to making a real-world impact. With over $25 million in research grants annually from leading organizations like the National Science Foundation and the NIH, our faculty drive groundbreaking research and forge strong community partnerships. Many of them team up with students on these game-changing projects, co-authoring papers and turning research into action. It’s all about learning by doing and making a difference through engaged scholarship and advocacy!

We invite you to dive into the vibrant world of our school. Explore our diverse academic offerings, cutting-edge faculty research, and impactful community partnerships. Whether your passion lies in bio-chemistry, creative writing, computer science, theatre, philosophy, physics, Women and Gender Studies, mathematics, German, or sociology, the School of Arts and Sciences has something exciting for you!