MA/MS in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

This Master of Liberal Studies is delivered fully online jointly with a number of sister IU campuses. It offers an interdisciplinary graduate education spanning humanistic, social, and natural science fields. Students have wide freedom to design a course of study that matches their interests and career goals. They learn to examine problems from several perspectives and develop research, communication, and leadership skills. Personalized advising and faculty mentorship support working adults, lifelong learners, and career changers. The degree requires 34 credit hours and a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Graduates work in schools, media, charities, government agencies, research, and consulting, or continue toward doctoral study. Prospective students can estimate costs, look for scholarships, and submit an application through links on the program page, and an academic advisor can help map a realistic route to graduation.