Liberal Studies, Master of Arts

*** As of March 2013, the admission of new students into the Master of Arts in Liberal Studies program has been suspended until further notice. Current students will be able to continue their progression in this program.***

This program cuts across many disciplines to take a broad-based approach to the study of contemporary humanity and our changing world. Instead of demanding concentration in one field, it permits students to draw on many areas: art, literature, music, psychology, religion, sociology, philosophy, history and politics.

The Master of Arts in Liberal Studies is designed to fit the needs, schedules, and interests of the part-time adult student. Thirty credits, ten courses or nine courses and a Master's Essay constitute the program. MALS students create an individually structured program based on courses relevant to personal and professional interests.

Special Features

Self-Paced Program: By taking one course each semester, students can complete the degree within three years. Some may complete it in a substantially shorter time by taking more than one course each semester.

Convenient Scheduling: Students may enter the program in any semester. Classes usually meet once a week and convenient scheduling allows a student to take either day or evening courses.

Personal Counseling: Students are assigned an advisor who will work with them to plan their course of study.

Admissions

Persons holding bachelor's degrees from accredited colleges may apply. A two-year interval between full-time undergraduate study and entrance to this program is strongly recommended. A formal interview is required. Along with the MALS application form and fee, students should submit official transcripts of all previous work (undergraduate and graduate) and an autobiographical letter describing the applicant's education and career experiences. The two-to-three page narrative should be reflective and include reasons for choosing this program. Students with appropriate credit in a graduate liberal studies program may transfer a maximum of six graduate credits.