Capital University

College of Arts & Sciences

The largest college at Capital University, the College of Arts and Sciences, offers 45 majors ranging from art therapy and biochemistry to radio, TV and film and religion.

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Benefits of being a Capital student

  • Professors who are nationally recognized for excellence
  • student-to-faculty ratio of 10:1 and no TAs,
  • Mentored relationship that will allow you to go deeper into your field
  • Professors that help you prepare for graduate school entrance exams and job interviews

You can also count on Capital for state-of-the-art facilities. Our Advanced Computational Laboratory, brain-mapping lab, behavioral science lab and an innovative technology classroom ensure that you will be on the leading edge of technology in your field.

Unlike larger universities, Capital offers almost limitless opportunities for undergraduate research. Recent student research projects have included:

  • Studies of the Roti Island snake-necked turtle
  • The connection between spirituality and body dissatisfaction
  • An examination of college students’ attachment styles within romantic relationships

Capital’s reputation and strong relationships with the Columbus business community means you’ll have access to prime internships at organizations like:

  • Battelle
  • The Columbus Police Crime Lab
  • Deloitte & Touche
  • Eddie Bauer
  • The Ohio Historical Society
  • Local television and radio stations

Many Capital students are recruited – before and after graduation – by local, regional and even national companies. Our graduates are also regularly admitted to leading graduate schools, including:

  • Duke University
  • Pennsylvania State University
  • Syracuse University
  • Temple University
  • The University of California
  • Wake Forest University

"I came from a small high school, so I wanted a college experience that wouldn’t overwhelm me. As soon as I set foot on campus I could tell that this was a friendly place where I could get to know my professors and make the friendships I hoped for."

Marc Mobley, ’05
Public Relations Major
Marion, Ohio

Capital University
1 College and Main, Columbus, OH 43209-2394
614-236-6011
Ms. Elizabeth Cook
Dean's Office
Capital University
117 Learning Center
1 College and Main
Columbus, OH
43209-2394
voice 614-236-6204
fax 614-236-6923