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

This humanities master's degree is interdisciplinary graduate study in which students draw on the analytical approaches of two or more humanities fields. Part of the work involves reflecting on how humanistic ways of understanding the world differ from those used in the sciences, social sciences and religion. Admission tends to favor applicants whose backgrounds include literature, history, languages, philosophy, art or cross-cultural studies. Applicants provide a statement of purpose, a sample of writing and a pair of academic references, and the GRE is not needed. Applicants whose education took place in another language must show proficiency in English. Meeting an advisor early helps students shape a schedule that matches university rules. The bulletin gives every requirement, the course catalog and the stated outcomes. Prospective students can use that entry to compare the degree with related programs and to build a plan of study together with department faculty before submitting an application.