At the heart of Yale is Yale College where undergraduate students pursue a liberal arts education, cultivating both the broad intellectual, moral, civic, and creative capacities and the more specialized skills that allows students to thrive beyond the college gates. The focus here is on developing critical thinking, analytical skills, and intellectual curiosity. Yale College students are encouraged to explore a wide range of disciplines—humanities, sciences, social sciences, and the arts—before they specialize. This interdisciplinary approach is a cornerstone of Yale’s philosophy, emphasizing a well-rounded education that prepares students for a variety of careers and future academic endeavors. Read more about the Undergraduate Curriculum in the Yale College Programs of Study.

Graduate education at Yale spans numerous disciplines, offering specialized training in fields ranging from the humanities to the natural and social sciences. The Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS) serves as a hub for advanced learning and scholarly research. Graduate students work closely with world-class faculty on both theoretical and practical problems, contributing new knowledge to their respective fields.  See also Graduate School of Arts & Sciences Programs of Study.

Yale also boasts an array of professional schools, which include the Law School, School of Medicine, School of Management, School of Art, Divinity School, School of Architecture, Jackson School of Global Affairs, School of the Environment, School of Public Health, David Geffen School of Drama, School of Music, and the School of Nursing. These professional programs are designed to equip students with the practical skills, ethical foundations, and intellectual tools necessary to excel in their professions.   See also Graduate & Professional Study.