$49,723 /Yr
On-campus
full_time
Master of Arts [M.A] Liberal Studies
- As a student in this program, they will:
- Design their own six-course concentration from at least three disciplines
- Take at least two MALS Seminars specially designed to engage students and feature a range of topics
- Get to know a wide variety of students and faculty from across the campus
- The Master of Arts in Liberal Studies degree has become increasingly popular and is now offered by over 100 universities. This MALS Program is a member of the Association of Graduate Liberal Studies Programs, a consortium of universities throughout North America that offer this degree.
- In contrast to traditional disciplinary or professional studies, the MALS degree allows students to explore and connect their diverse interests in a personalized way, that complements their life and career goals.
- In the MALS Program, you design concentrations tailored to your interests, so the possibilities are infinite. These are just a few examples of how recent MALS students have designed their concentrations:
- National and International Issues and Decision-Making
- Science, Technology and Society
- The Human Animal
- The American Experience
- The Community
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $30906 | $30906 |
| Books and supply | $854 | $854 |
| Compulsory Fees | $8916 | $8916 |
| International differential fee | $5316 | $5316 |
| Miscellaneous expenses | $3731 | $3731 |
| Total Fees | $49723 | $49723 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 80 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
Academic Eligibility:
- GRE scores are not required.
- Unofficial transcripts from any undergraduate or graduate institution students have attended.
- Official transcripts may be requested upon department recommendation for admission.
- Students entering the Master's program in liberal studies must have an undergraduate degree.
- All non-US citizen applicants (i.e., non-resident aliens and permanent residents) must demonstrate proficiency in English at a level necessary to be successful in a graduate program at NC State.