Program Overview
The Liberal Studies at The State University of New Jersey is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Liberal Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 13,632 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 13,632 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Camden, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Liberal Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Women, Men and Work
- Magic and Ritual Power
- Social Psychology in the Real World
- Myth and Meaning in America
- Psychology of Religious Beliefs, Symbols, and Experiences
- Understanding Technological Change: Histories and Philosophies
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- An official transcript. (3.0 GPA preferred)
- 2 letters of recommendation. (These should be from former professors or other people who can comment on your intellectual abilities and academic skills. Recommendations from employers, friends, or relatives are not as useful.)
- A writing sample. (An undergraduate research paper is ideal, or something that shows your ability to do academic writing)
- A personal statement (Please explain why you are applying to the program, what your intellectual interests are, and what you hope to gain from participating.)
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 13,632 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 13,632 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 13,632 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 13,632 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The State University of New Jersey directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About The State University of New Jersey
The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, United States
The State University of New Jersey, commonly known as Rutgers University, is a public research university headquartered in New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States. Founded in 1766, it is one of...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-11-17
- Start Date 2018-01-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months