Liberal Studies

Degree Offered

M.A. in Liberal Studies

Campus Options

Main Campus (Union, NJ)

Application Deadline 

Fall:        June 1
Spring:  December 1

Program Description

The Master of Arts in Liberal Studies is designed for adults who seek interdisciplinary paths to knowledge, who wish to explore the values inherent in the liberal arts, who want to continue and deepen the life of the mind. This program is not intended to train students for a specialized vocation; the program has particular significance for students who wish to increase the range and depth of their knowledge in the liberal disciplines. With advisement by the coordi­nator, students plan a program that has concentration and diversity. 

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

In addition to the University’s admission requirements:

  • Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
  • 3.0 cumulative grade point average (lower GPA’s will be considered based on overall strength of application)
  • Official transcripts from all institutions attended
  • An autobiographical narrative of at least 500 words
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Professional Resume/CV
  • Personal Statement
  • TOEFL (for applicants whose native language is not English

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

  • 33 credits
  • Three core courses (9 credits)
  • Six courses in a concentration (18 credits)
  • Two courses in any concentration (6 credits)
  • Comprehensive examination

CORE REQUIREMENTS – 9 CREDITS

MALS 5210

Interdisciplinary Seminar in Liberal Studies

3 credits

MALS 5290

Advanced Interdisciplinary Seminar I

3 credits

MALS 5291

Advanced Interdisciplinary Seminar II

3 credits

* Final project in a significant, substantial creative activity; e.g., a major recital, long paper, or exhibition

 

Students select one area or period of concentration in which to complete 18 credits.

Area/Period Concentrations:

  • American Studies
  • Classical, renaissance and Baroque Studies
  • European Studies (Classical, Renaissance and Baroque Studies)
  • The Modern World

Two additional courses – 6 credits in any area / period concentration

COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION

Taken after the completion of at least 21 credits

 

PROGRAM COORDINATOR

DR. JOHN GRUESSER
CAS 227
T. 908.737.0388     
mals@kean.edu