Villanova University

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.A. - Liberal Studies; , Certificates: American Studies; Ancient Worlds; Peace and Justice Studies; Great Books

Format: Campus

Program Description:

In Graduate Liberal Studies, you are free to investigate what truly interests you by tracing your own path through the humanities and social sciences. Through LST, you will develop multiple important skills for the modern workplace, including critical thinking and writing, adaptability, synthesis, and the ability to connect ideas and disciplines. Working with faculty mentors, you will create an individualized curriculum that combines foundational LST courses with other graduate courses in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Within Liberal Studies, there are also several graduate certificates available, including
• American Studies
• Ancient Worlds
• Peace and Justice Studies
• Great Books
These certificates provide more structure if you prefer to follow a more defined path through a particular interdisciplinary subject area.

An exciting world of interdisciplinary exploration awaits you – start the exploration today!

Accreditation:

Villanova and its programs have received accreditation through the Middle States Association of Colleges and secondary Schools

Eligibility Requirements:

B.A. with GPA of 3.0 or higher; two letters of recommendation; two short essays (1-2 pages long): 1) an educational autobiography; 2) why you are interested in the Liberal Studies degree. No GRE is required.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Cost Per Credit Hour:

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Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large Suburb

Size & Settings: 10,000 - 19,999