Graduate Liberal Studies

    Graduate Liberal Studies

    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    USD 34,531 / semster
    Next IntakeJanuary 10, 2021
    Graduate Liberal Studies

    About

    The Graduate Liberal Studies (GLS) program is a flexible, self-designed master’s program grounded in the interdisciplinary liberal arts. With part- and full-time study available and courses offered fall, spring and summer, the program offers learners of all ages and backgrounds strong academic and professional development support and access to scholars and resources from across the university. The 30-unit program (9 courses and a master’s project) consists of interdisciplinary seminars developed specifically for this program, courses from other Graduate School departments, occasional study-abroad or study-away courses, and a final project that may take the form of academic research, applied research, or creative work. Students may also pursue graduate certificates in areas such as African and African-American Studies, International Development Policy, and Latin American Studies. The broad scope of the degree allows students to choose from a wide range of courses, creating a multidisciplinary experience that promotes intellectual development and is flexible enough to meet a variety of personal and professional educational goals.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    • Transcripts: Unofficial transcripts required with application submission; official transcripts required upon admission
    • Letters of Recommendation: 2 Required (Academic references preferred and required for all applicants whose undergraduate work was completed within the last five years)
    • Statement of Purpose: Required (See department guidance below)
    • Résumé: Required
    • GRE Scores: Not required
    • English Language Exam: TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test required* for applicants whose first language is not English
      *test waiver may apply for some applicants
    • GPA: Minimum 3.2. Undergraduate GPA calculated on 4.0 scale required
    • Writing Sample (see department guidance below)

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 7
    • TOEFLMin 90

    English Program Requirements

    If your first language is not English, you must submit scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) test, or the Duolingo English Test.

    Fee Information

    Application Fee 95
    Graduate Liberal Studies
    Duke University
    Duke University
    United States of America

    United States of America, Durham