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College of Arts and Sciences

The College of Arts and Sciences prepares students for success in a constantly changing and evolving world. With over 100 academic programs, we offer the most diverse array of courses at NKU – courses that inspire students to creatively solve problems, communicate across cultural barriers and make a difference in the world.


A gift to the College of Arts and Sciences supports opportunities like…

  The College of Arts and Sciences Dean's Fund prioritizes high-impact practices such as undergraduate research, service-learning and first-year seminars, and puts students first with retention scholarships and emergency aid.

  CAS Study Abroad and Study Away Scholarships allow students to take courses, conduct research and perform around the globe, gaining skills and experiences that will set them up for their future careers. 

  UR-STEM provides a paid summer research opportunity for early-career students in STEM fields.

  School of the Arts (SOTA) provides interdisciplinary instruction in art & design, music, and theatre & dance and gives students the skills to turn their passions into professions.


The College of Arts and Sciences focuses on creativity and critical thinking. Your investment in our programs and initiatives supports the dreams of current and future generations of NKU students.

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Most Donors - College/Unit
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Rank College/Unit Donors
1 Norse Athletics 210
2 College of Arts and Sciences 117
3 Haile College of Business 71
4 College of Informatics 62
5 Scholarships 50
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Most Donors - Fund
Make a gift to see your favorite fund rise to the top!
Rank Fund Donors
1 Women's Volleyball 55
2 Steely Library Excellence Fund 47
3 Haile College of Business Dean's Excellence Fund 41
4 MPA Program 40
5 Men's Volleyball 29
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NKU Foundation Board Donor Challenge
Congratulations to our winners! 1st place: MPA Program, $1,250 2nd place: Steely Library, $900! Thank you to the NKU Foundation Board for sponsoring this challenge!
Rank Prize Fund Donors
1 $1,250 MPA Program 23
2 $900 Steely Library Excellence Fund 22
3 Haile College of Business Dean's Excellence Fund 5
4 Men's Cross Country and Track & Field 5
5 Men's Volleyball 3
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$3,978
Alumni Board and Councils Donor Challenge
Thanks to our graduates of the last decade and current student donors, an additional $3,978 has been unlocked to support student success! Thank you to the Alumni Board and Councils for supporting this challenge.
75 / 75 Donors
Completed
2
Match
UR-STEM 1:1 Match
Thanks to our generous donors, an additional $5,000 is headed to UR-STEM! Thank you to two anonymous donors for sponsoring this match.
$5,000 MATCHED
Completed
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Most Dollars - College/Unit
Make a gift to see your college/unit rise to the top!
Rank College/Unit Raised
1 College of Arts and Sciences $62,914.00
2 Norse Athletics $39,863.64
3 Chase College of Law $39,753.00
4 Other $17,199.00
5 Haile College of Business $11,644.00
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Most Dollars - Fund
Make a gift to see your favorite fund rise to the top!
Rank Fund Raised
1 UR-STEM $50,988.00
2 Men's Volleyball $8,691.00
3 Baseball $7,425.00
4 Chase Scholarship Fund $7,011.00
5 Steely Library Excellence Fund $6,762.00
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NKU Foundation Board Donor Challenge
Congratulations to our winners! 1st place: MPA Program, $1,968 2nd place: Women's Volleyball, $950! Thank you to the NKU Foundation Board for sponsoring this challenge!
Rank Prize Fund Donors
1 $1,968 MPA Program 26
2 $950 Women's Volleyball 19
3 Men's Volleyball 15
4 UCAP Retention Scholarship 3
5 School of Media and Communication 3
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2
Match
College of Arts and Sciences Study Abroad & Study Away 1:1 Match
Thanks to our generous donors, an additional $1,000 is headed toward College of Arts and Sciences Study Abroad & Study Away Scholarships! Thank you to an anonymous donor for sponsoring this match.
$1,000 MATCHED
Completed
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