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Application Deadlines
Intended Starting Semester
Deadline
Fall
May 15
Spring
Oct 15
Summer
Feb 15
Priority Deadlines: Full applications received by the respective priority deadlines will receive a nine-credit tuition waiver if they include all letters of recommendation, official transcripts and official TOEFL scores (if applicable). For Fall and Summer semesters, the priority deadline is February 1, and candidates will receive an admission decision by March 1. For the Spring semester, the priority deadline is October 1, and candidates will receive an admission decision by November 1.
The statement of purpose is the most important element of your application packet. This letter should explain why you are interested in pursuing a Master of Arts in Liberal Studies (MALS) degree. It should describe what academic and professional qualities you posses which could help you excel in this program. The personal statement should also describe the goals you hope to achieve and any qualities you feel would make you an ideal candidate. The personal statement should be approximately 1-2 typed pages in length. The document should be double spaced and size 12 Times New Roman font. This essay should maintain 1-inch margins and should be proofed for errors prior to submission. Below is a link to help you get started:
Three letters of recommendation must be provided. These letters should be from an employer, colleague, or other professional source. *If you are currently taking classes, or if you are a recent graduate (within two years), you must submit at least one letter of recommendation from a faculty member.
All documents being sent via a special courier service (UPS, FedEx, etc.) should be sent to the following address: