Location:

Johnson City, United States

Program Type:

Full Degree

Degree Level:

Master

Specialty:

Liberal Arts & Sciences

Program Overview

Program Description:

The Master of Arts in Liberal Studies is an interdisciplinary program that offers students the opportunity to design an individualized program of study in the arts, humanities, sciences, social sciences, and related fields. This approach enables students to pursue study in areas such as Appalachian studies, women's studies, or African-American studies - areas where courses exist but there is no specific degree program. M.A.L.S. students complete a common core and then combine graduate courses from other academic departments with either a thesis or special project to complete their program of study. Concentration are offered in Archival Studies, Gender and Diversity Studies, and Regional and Community Studies.

Additional Program Information

Accreditation:

East Tennessee State University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award masters, specialist, and doctoral degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033, telephone (404) 679-4500, or Website with any question regarding the accreditation of East Tennessee State University.

Financial Aid:

Yes

Requirements:

1. A baccalaureate degree in any field from a regionally accredited institution. 2. A GPA of 2.75 or higher 3. Three (3) letters of recommendation 4. A four (4) to five (5) page writing sample 5. A successful admissions interview Note: The completed writing sample must be submitted to the graduate school as part of the admissions packet. MALS faculty will evaluate the sample with other admissions material