Core Curriculum

The Core Curriculum is the foundational academic experience for all Newcomb-Tulane College students. With a commitment to academic breadth and depth, the Core Curriculum helps students cultivate a spirit of intellectual inquiry, hone their critical thinking and communication skills and become informed, engaged and conscientious global citizens.

 

Core Curriculum Requirements

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START WITH CURIOSITY

Embrace this new adventure of learning. You can and should take Core Curriculum-eligible courses across disciplines, programs and schools. This curiosity will help you discover new passions. Be open to the possibility that your academic journey might take unexpected turns.

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DEEPEN YOUR PERSPECTIVE

You arrived at Tulane with a singularly unique perspective. Bring that to the classroom and embrace the opportunity to meet and learn from others. Think about our global community and your place in it.

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CHANGE THE WORLD

Tulane is just one stop on your journey. Your experience here will change you — and you will change the world around you.

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Core Curriculum courses

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Faculty teaching Core Curriculum courses

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Disciplines offering Core Curriculum courses

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