The Bachelor of Liberal Arts (BLA) program at UMass Lowell is an exciting interdisciplinary program that offers students the opportunity to design a personalized program of study in two disciplines from over 27 concentrations.
Learn how to approach complex topics such as the environment, poverty, governance, peace and conflict and education.
Meet Our Students and Alumni
Jake Abramowitz 2023
Bachelor of Liberal Arts
Jake Abramowitz won a statewide pitch contest for his short film.
I was super-excited.
Sammy Santana '24
Liberal Arts
With an unbridled passion for learning, Sammy Santana is pursuing his numerous interests through the BLA program.
The best thing I've experienced at UMass Lowell is finding myself through ... every class I've taken.
Chummeng Soun '19
Asian Studies, Digital Media
Chummeng Soun is documenting the traditional dances of his native Cambodia with support from the Center for Asian American Studies and the Southeast Asian Digital Archive.
That's where my passion lies - in filmmaking and storytelling about my heritage.
Melodie Armand '22
Bachelor of Liberal Arts
Melodie Armand turned a setback into greater success.
I’m on a different path, but I’m on the right path.
Gabrielle Salvatore '24
Bachelor of Liberal Arts, concentrations in education and psychology
The Bachelor of Liberal Arts program provided Gabrielle Salvatore ’24 with a great foundation for a teaching career.
The longer I was in the program, the more it opened up my eyes to possibilities.
