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Elon will make major investments in its historically strong liberal arts and sciences programs, continue development of premier professional programs and deepen the Elon Experiences as signature programs of experiential learning.

A university with arts and sciences at the center
Photo of an Elon student working in the lab.When Elon University completed an academic reorganization in 2000, Elon College, the College of Arts and Sciences, was created to give prominence to the programs that form the foundation for the undergraduate experience.

NewCentury@Elon includes major investments in the historically strong arts and sciences programs, with new connections between the liberal arts and the growing professional schools. The enhanced academic environment is enabling Elon to continue to attract and retain the best faculty and challenge students to develop as critical thinkers dedicated to lifelong learning.

Goal 1: Enhance academic excellence

Phi Beta Kappa
In pursuit of a Phi Beta Kappa chapter, Elon signals its intention to accept nothing short of excellence in students, faculty, scholarship, and academic facilities and resources.

Professional and graduate programs
A New Century@Elon goal is to gain accreditation for the business and communications programs.

Elon Experiences
NewCentury@Elon aims to advance these signature programs as premier national models of engaged learning.

Progress to date
Elon has made substantial progress in enhancing the academic climate on campus.