Majors & Academic Programs

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Yale College students select from over 80 majors without the restrictions of a core curriculum.

Selecting a major

Yale students enroll in four or five courses each semester to complete a total of thirty-six courses. Every student begins their Yale journey undeclared and has until the end of sophomore year to choose a major. For most students, courses in their major will comprise just one third of their total coursework.

Build your unique path

2,000

Courses offered - 30+

Majors span multiple departments - 20%

Complete a double major - 35+

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Yale College Majors

5-year bachelor’s and master’s degree programs

The School of the Environment, Jackson School of Global Affairs, School of Music, and School of Public Health offer Yale College undergraduates the opportunity to complete a master’s degree with just one year of additional study.

4-year bachelor’s and master’s degree programs

Nearly 20 departments offer pathways for undergraduates of to earn both bachelor’s and master’s degrees simultaneously in just four years by completing graduate work. Learn more in the Yale College Programs of Study.

80+ majors. 2000+ courses. Endless possibilities.

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