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Our master's and doctoral candidates are passionate learners, dedicated scholars, and active advocates in fields ranging from physics to film and media studies. They are asking questions and seeking solutions to some of the most compelling issues facing our world. 

Our students receive guidance and mentorship from renowned faculty thought-leaders and participate in meaningful academic collaborations that advance the knowledge base in their respective fields. In addition to academic and research excellence, our university provides support that allows students to fulfill their potential in and out of the classroom. This includes substantial financial assistance, professional development opportunities, and more than 150 graduate student groups.

We invite you to explore the diverse graduate programs within the School of Arts & Sciences and learn more about the varied career paths of our graduates. 

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Phillips wins Pulitzer Prize in Poetry

Phillips wins Pulitzer Prize in Poetry

Political science program aims to expand graduate student pipeline

Political science program aims to expand graduate student pipeline

A&S CREATES at WashU

A&S CREATES (Arts & Sciences Cohort Recruitment and Transdisciplinary Experiences) embodies a distinctive approach to academic advancement, cultivating an environment where doctoral students can engage in transdisciplinary collaboration and transcend conventional learning limits. 
 

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