The Master of Liberal Arts program is designed for post-baccalaureate students who seek an interdisciplinary educational experience that emphasizes historical and cultural breadth rather than specialization. The program establishes an environment which encourages the integration of learning and life experiences and provides college graduates an opportunity to develop further the competencies essential for participation in a world of unprecedented change. The program, which is seminar-based, is open to people holding degrees in all undergraduate majors. Students may design programs that are non-professional in intent, that lead to doctoral programs in the liberal arts, or that enhance professional opportunities and advancements. For example, it is suitable for certified, practicing teachers who wish to gain depth and breadth of understanding in the liberal disciplines.
Students develop the plan of study in consultation with the program advisor.
An MLA Degree Program with a Hispanic Studies emphasis is a new option available for persons with a knowledge of Spanish who wish to pursue graduate study with this sort of focus. The program takes advantage of MSUM's excellent Spanish faculty and the framework of the MLA Program. See requirements below . Return to Top of Page Admission Requirements Baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution. No specific major is required.