Liberal Arts
Are you fascinated by ideas, words or images? Do you love to examine the reasons behind why people behave the way they do, or why societies and economies function in certain ways? Do you have a passion for language, art, or music?
Graduates from OSU's College of Liberal Arts have an array of diverse careers open to them. You might find work in the legal and criminal justice fields, in performing arts, as a graphic designer, or in psychological sciences. Graduates go on to careers in politics, public policy and economics. They become skilled writers, researchers, and critical thinkers who can make an impact in nearly any field they enter.
What can I do with my Liberal Arts degree?
Use the What Can I Do With This Major? tool (produced by a partner university) to search though common career paths, types of employers that hire in the field, and strategies to maximize your job opportunities.
After your degree, what's your next move? Use the My Next Move tool, based on data from the U.S. Department of Labor, to get info on potential career paths, job openings, and salaries.
Get Liberal Arts Career Help
Liberal Arts students:
Make an appointment with Michelle Strowbridge, your College of Liberal Arts career advisor.
Make an in-person or virtual appointment via Beaver Hub
Bexell 204
Meet with Michelle for:
- career exploration & advice
- applying to graduate school
- networking and interview skills
- resume, CV and cover letter reviews
- salary negotiation
- other career questions
What should my Liberal Arts resume look like?
A resume for a liberal arts student can follow many formats. A traditional, chronological resume highlights your education and work experience, starting with the most recent.
If you're transitioning careers, re-entering the workforce after a break, or want to highlight skills you've gathered in diverse areas of your life, consider a functional resume.
Academic positions often require a curriculum vitae (CV), which is a comprehensive record of your academic achievements. Learn about creating a CV.
Applying for jobs in state or federal government? Government resumes follow specific formatting; learn how to write an effective government resume.
Sample Resumes
See sample resumes from liberal arts fields.
Sample Economics & Policy Resumes
Sample Liberal Arts & Social Science Resumes
See sample CVs from a variety of academic fields.
More career resources for Liberal Arts students
Liberal Arts Spotlights
See how students in the College of Liberal Arts are turning their dreams into reality and finding success beyond OSU.
"The College of Liberal Arts is a place where you can broaden your mind, get a very unique skill set, and literally go anywhere." Watch this video featuring Michelle, the College of Liberal Arts career advisor, and learn how you can use your liberal arts degree to launch your career.