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Academic programs at the Lander College of Arts & Sciences (LAS) are designed to prepare you to succeed in the professional world, medical or dental school, graduate study, or law school. No matter your major, you’ll benefit from a core curriculum that builds essential skills in writing, research, and critical thinking while giving you a strong foundation in the natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities.

With unique programs for men and women, you’ll learn in separate classes designed to uphold your values and boundaries while fostering academic excellence. We also offer Honors Tracks and Pathway Programs to advanced degrees at Touro in fields like PT, pharmacy, OT, medicine, PA studies, and accounting (CPA).

All of this takes place in a supportive environment where academic growth and Torah values go hand in hand — with small classes, flexible schedules, and dedicated faculty who know you by name.

Degrees and Tracks

Whether you're planning for a career in healthcare, business, education, or technology, you’ll find a program that fits your vision and values. You can also pursue an interdisciplinary major, which allows you to combine courses from multiple majors to create a custom program aligned with your academic interests and career goals.

Many of our majors are available in different modalities – online via Zoom, in-person, hybrid, and asynchronous online. Check out each major to see your options.

Majors

Pre-Professional Tracks

Minors

Minors are available in several disciplines. Your academic advisor can help you select a minor that complements your major or future plans.

What to Expect from Your Academic Experience

At Touro LAS in Flatbush, your academic journey is personal, purposeful, and designed to get you where you want to go. From your first semester through graduation, you’ll have the support and structure you need to thrive in the classroom and beyond.

Academic advising with purpose

Your advisor will help you plan your schedule, track your progress, and ensure every course aligns with your graduation and post-grad goals.

Flexible formats and study options

We offer on-demand coursework in chemistry, literature, and Judaic studies (women’s division), along with directed studies and options for interdisciplinary majors that combine multiple fields.

Tutoring that makes a difference

Free peer and professional tutoring is available in writing, math, the sciences, and more, so you’re never alone when it comes to challenging material.

Faculty with real-world experience

Many professors bring industry expertise directly into the classroom, connecting academic theory to real-life application for maximum impact.

Preparation for what’s next

Whether you’re writing your first research paper or prepping for the DAT, MCAT, LSAT, or CPA exam, you’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to succeed.

Transfer-friendly support

If you’re joining LAS from another school, we’ll help you make the most of the credits you’ve already earned.

The Core Curriculum: Breadth That Builds Depth

At Touro LAS, our core requirements offer a thoughtfully designed academic foundation. This curriculum will broaden your perspective, sharpen your critical thinking, and prepare you for upper-level coursework in any major. Our goal is to ensure you’re graduating with not only a degree but also the skills to think, communicate, and lead in any professional environment.

All students must complete the core requirements, which are aligned with our general educational goals. You can take up to 18 credits per semester (including seminary) and earn up to 7 credits for a regular summer session or — to accelerate your degree — up to 14 credits for a double summer session.

Women’s Core Requirements: 30-31 credits

  • 3 credits in Fundamentals of Speech (SPLN 101)
  • 6 credits in History (HIS, HISN, or JHSN; excludes History courses taken in seminary)
  • 6 credits in English Composition I & II (LLEN 101-102; exemption possible through examination)
  • 3 credits in Literature (LLEN)
  • 3 credits in Principles of Macroeconomics, Principles of Economics, or American Politics (EBEN 101, EBEN 102, or POLN 101)
  • 3-4 credits in the Natural Sciences (BION, CPCN, CPPN)
  • 3 credits in Mathematics (MATN)
  • 3 credits in Computer Science (MCON)

Men’s Core Requirements: 24-25 credits

  • 3 credits in Fundamentals of Speech (SPLN 101)
  • 6 credits in English Composition I & II (LLEN 101-102; you may be placed into Intro to English Composition)
  • 3 credits in Advanced Expository Writing OR Business Report Writing (LLEN 201 or 203)
  • 3 credits in Principles of Macroeconomics or American Politics (EBEN 101 or POLN 101)
  • 3-4 credits in the Natural Sciences (BION, CPCN, CPPN)
  • 3 credits in Mathematics (MATN)
  • 3 credits in Computer Science (MCON; unless exempted by examination)

There are additional New York State course requirements for students in the following fields:

  • Education: You’ll need to take additional courses in mathematics, speech, arts, language arts, social studies and science. See the education major curriculum for education core requirements.
  • Speech: One Biology course (with laboratory)

“The core writing classes at LAS were incredible, and those classes shaped how I wrote my application for PA school. I really believe that strong writing is an X-factor in your application. A great essay can make someone remember you.”

- Moshe Bortz (BS Health Sciences/MS Physician Assistant Studies, '27)

Transfer Credits

Seminary and Yeshiva Credits

Students can earn up to 48 transfer credits for post-high school seminary/yeshiva studies in Israel or the US. You can also earn up to 6 seminary/yeshiva credits per semester for studies completed during your enrollment at Touro.

CLEP and AP Credits

Students may earn up to 30 credits combined for CLEP and AP exams.

Another School

If you’re joining LAS from another school, we’ll help you make the most of the credits you’ve already earned. Meet with an academic advisor to review your transcripts and see what can transfer toward your degree.

View our Transfer Credit Policy

Graduation Requirements

In order to graduate from Touro LAS, students must satisfy the following requirements:

  • Completing at least 120 credits with an overall grade point average of at least 2.00 (C)
  • Satisfying the Core Requirements
  • Satisfying a Judaic Studies requirement of 3 credits per full-time semester (minimum 9 credits)
  • Completing a minimum residency requirement of 45 credits and completing at least 50% of the major at Touro University, including coursework at the Main Campus or a branch campus offering the major

Note: Seminary/yeshiva credits can be used to fulfill the Judaic Studies requirement.

We are proud to work with the Yeshiva of South Florida, providing baccalaureate opportunities for their students.

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