At the College of Liberal Arts (CLA) at Jackson State University, we are proud to give our students a versatile and engaging education that prepares them for a variety of career options, develops them into leaders, and allows them to compete effectively.
Our 10 departments offer a rich array of programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels in fields like journalism, media, psychology, political science, and public policy and administration. We promote innovative scholarship and creative expression, and encourage interdisciplinary learning and applied practice through institutes like the Margaret Walker Center and the COFO Center.