ONLINE HUMANITIES & ARTS DEGREES
School of Arts, Letters, & Sciences
Why Study an Arts & Humanities Degree Online?
At National University, our online humanities and arts degrees empower you to deepen your understanding of culture, communication, creativity and human experience, while continuing to live your life and move your career forward.
For ANDers and career changers, we’ve created flexible, purposeful programs that let you learn on your schedule.
Opportunity in change
As industries evolve, those who can communicate, adapt and innovate will be in demand
Skills that open doors
Build transferable skills in communication, leadership, and strategy that apply across industries
Flexible learning options
Choose online, hybrid, or on-campus classes designed to fit your busy schedule
Built for working professionals
Pursue your passion without putting life on pause
Humanities & Arts Programs by Degree Level
The School of Business and Economics offers career-relevant programs at the bachelor, master, doctoral, and certificate levels, designed with input from industry experts. This ensures you build real-world skills that employers value. As a leading college for working learners, we also offer scholarships, tuition discounts for military and transfer students, and personalized financial aid support to help remove cost barriers and make your goals achievable.
Degrees that Build Career-Ready Skills
Advance your career with courses aligned to industry best practices and LinkedIn ready skills:
Digital Media and Design – Prepare to create content, visuals and user experiences in media, video, gaming or virtual environments
English and Communications – Build writing, research and messaging skills to serve in education, publishing, marketing or leadership roles
Liberal Arts and General Studies – Strengthen your versatility, problem-solving and synthesis skills — ideal for dynamic careers and lifelong learning
Interdisciplinary Studies and Human Behavior – Explore cross-cutting themes in culture, society and individual difference to lead in non-profits, human services or administrative contexts
*Source: The career outcomes data presented is sourced from Lightcast, which provides insights based on real-time job postings, public datasets, and analytics. Lightcast derives its data from sources such as the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), and the Occupational Employment Statistics (OES). While accurate and reliable, this data reflects general labor market trends and may not represent individual outcomes or specific local conditions. For more details on Lightcast’s methodology, visit their Data Overview.
Why Choose National University for Humanities & Arts?
National University offers a holistic approach to student support, ensuring nothing stands between ANDers and success.
Financial Support
1:1 assistance for navigating the financial aid process, generous transfer credit policy, needs-based tuition reduction grants, and scholarships.
Academic Support
4-, 8-, and 12-week online classes, unlimited free tutoring, individual coaching, writing center, and 150+ academic degree programs, credentials, and certificates.
Career Support
NU Mentoring Network for individual student and alumni career guidance, professional development opportunities, access to job listings, and customized career support.
Wellness Support
Free virtual mental health counseling, access to wellness resources, and Student Wellness Center offering 1:1 support for life challenges.
Community Support
Web-based student networking platform, student clubs and community service events, flexible online options to balance work and family.
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FAQs About Online Humanities & Arts Degrees
An online humanities or arts degree opens the door to careers in education, communications, marketing, digital design, nonprofit leadership and media. You’ll gain skills in writing, analysis and creative expression that employers value across sectors.
Bachelor’s degrees are often completed in about four years; accelerated formats and prior credit can shorten that timeline. Master’s programs typically vary from 18 to 24 months. Time to complete depends on degree level and how many transfer credits you apply.
NU offers programs at the associate, bachelor’s, master’s and certificate levels. Specializations include digital media design, communications, English, general studies and interdisciplinary studies. Each is designed to help you gain the practical skills employers value most.
Our programs integrate input from industry and faculty experts to ensure the curriculum reflects current communications, media and cultural trends. You’ll engage in project-based work, collaborative assignments and portfolio development — so you’re ready to contribute from day one.
Yes. National University accepts transfer credits from accredited institutions and prior experience for eligible programs — helping you finish faster and save on tuition. You can also earn credit for prior military service, professional experience, or previous coursework, allowing you to focus on the classes that will move your career forward. exercises that simulate workplace scenarios, helping you graduate ready to make an impact from day one.
Yes. National University is regionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). Our humanities and arts programs align with academic rigor and relevance recognized by employers and institutions.
Tuition depends on degree level, number of credit hours and any transfer credits applied. NU offers scholarships, military and transfer tuition discounts, and personalized financial aid assistance to make your education accessible.
An online bachelor’s degree in humanities or arts provides a foundation in critical thinking, communication, creative expression and cultural literacy. You’ll take classes, collaborate with peers, build a portfolio and apply your learning to real-world scenarios, all designed to prepare you for success in a rapidly changing world.
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