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Discover Your Intellectual Journey

At Blue Ridge Liberal Arts, we cultivate critical thinkers and creative problem solvers through our humanistic approach to education.

Our Featured Programs

Discover our interdisciplinary programs that combine traditional liberal arts with contemporary global perspectives.

Comparative Literature

Explore world literatures across cultures and historical periods in translation and in their original languages.

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Geohumanities

Study the intersection of geological sciences with human culture, history, and artistic expression.

Philosophy & Ethics

Engage with fundamental questions about knowledge, reality, and moral values across traditions.

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Message from Our President

"At Blue Ridge Liberal Arts, we believe in the transformative power of a humanistic education. Our interdisciplinary approach prepares students not just for careers, but for meaningful lives as engaged global citizens."

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Dr. Elizabeth Thornton

President, BLRA

Life at Blue Ridge

Our vibrant campus community offers countless opportunities for intellectual growth, creative expression, and personal development.

Student Organizations

Join over 50 student-run clubs and organizations ranging from academic societies to cultural groups.

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Residential Life

Our residential colleges create tight-knit communities where students live and learn together.

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Arts & Culture

From theater productions to art exhibitions, our campus is alive with creative energy.

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1,850
Total Students
9:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
92%
Graduation Rate
45+
Countries Represented

News & Events

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June 15, 2023

BLRA Ranked Top Liberal Arts College in Asia

Blue Ridge Liberal Arts has been recognized as the premier institution for humanities education in the region.

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June 8, 2023

New Mineralogy Research Center Opens

The state-of-the-art facility will support interdisciplinary studies in geology and cultural heritage.

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June 22, 2023 | 4:00 PM

Public Lecture: "The Future of Humanities"

Join Nobel laureate Dr. Samuel Chen for a discussion on the evolving role of humanities in the digital age.

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Ready to Begin Your BLRA Journey?

Join a community of passionate learners and distinguished scholars at Singapore's premier liberal arts institution.