School of Arts & Letters

The School of Arts & Letters at Indiana University Southeast is where creativity meets purpose. Whether you're passionate about writing, languages, media, performance, design, or critical thinking, our programs give you the tools to turn your interests into meaningful careers.

Here, you’ll explore how stories, images, music, and ideas shape human experience, and how you can use your voice to make an impact. With a strong foundation in creative pursuits, you'll develop valuable skills in analysis, communication, collaboration, and innovation. These skills prepare you not only for success in your chosen field but also for lifelong learning and adaptability in a rapidly changing world.

Our graduates pursue careers in education, the arts, journalism, media, business, nonprofit leadership, public service, and more.

The School of Arts & Letters offers a wide variety of majors and programs in the arts, humanities, and communication. You’ll have the opportunity to study literature, philosophy, visual arts, music, theatre, journalism, strategic communication, and multiple world languages. Each program challenges you to think deeply, express yourself clearly, and engage with diverse perspectives.

Courses are led by supportive faculty who are dedicated teachers, active scholars, and practicing artists. They will mentor you throughout your academic journey and help you grow as a thinker, creator, and communicator.

As an Arts & Letters student, you'll gain a powerful set of skills that apply across industries and careers. You’ll learn to:

• Think critically and solve problems
• Communicate effectively across audiences and media
• Understand a range of cultures and perspectives
• Approach challenges with creativity and flexibility

This broad skillset opens doors to countless opportunities. Whether you plan to lead, teach, write, design, perform, or advocate, you’ll be equipped to make a difference in the world—and do it with purpose and passion.