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Catalyst is an undergraduate program offering a high-impact portfolio of courses, skills, and experiences designed to help you flourish in the world of work and civic engagement after graduation.

Catalyst is an Arts and Sciences capstone program focused on building direct connections between your UVA education and your engagement in the world beyond the classroom. A major in the College of Arts and Sciences is unparalleled preparation for lasting impact after graduation--in your work, in civic engagement, in your community, and in the world at large. Our program is an evidence-based set of intellectual and practice experiences, based in active and experiential learning approaches, and designed to help you maximize the positive outcomes of your degree no matter your major or goals.

Please explore our Overview, Curriculum, and FAQ pages for more specific information.