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Master's of Arts
Liberal Studies
Customize your graduate experience with SUNY Empire’s online M.A. in Liberal Studies.
This flexible, interdisciplinary program lets you explore topics like cultural studies, social justice, media, and the arts through creative, thematic, or professional pathways. You’ll build a personalized degree that sharpens your thinking, communication, and leadership skills.
Graduates of Sunbridge Institute's Waldorf High School Teacher Education (“WHSTE”) program may apply their Sunbridge diploma for credits toward earning a fully accredited MEd or MALS degree with a concentration in Waldorf education through our partnership with Empire State University. While SUNY Empire MEd and MALS degrees are open to anyone, the pathway to a concentration in Waldorf education is available only to those who hold a Sunbridge diploma in Waldorf Early Childhood, Elementary, or High School Teacher Education. These degree opportunities are ideal for individuals wishing to complement and expand their Waldorf teacher training with a graduate program that offers a broader context of contemporary academic theories and research.
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Program Overview
Master of Arts in Liberal Studies
Next term starts
Fall 2025
Ready to Apply?
The deadline for the Fall 2025 term is August 1. How to Apply
Develop the Skills to Think, Create, and Lead
What you'll learn
- Think critically across disciplines
- Conduct independent research and analysis
- Communicate ideas clearly and effectively
- Apply theory to real-world or creative projects
Make an Impact With a Master’s in Liberal Studies
A liberal arts master’s degree online opens doors in diverse industries and graduate-level teaching or research. Graduates often pursue careers in:
- Higher Education or Adult Learning
- Arts and Cultural Institutions
- Nonprofit or Advocacy Work
- Media, Writing, or Communications
- Museums, Libraries, or Public History
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Empower Your Voice. Explore What Matters.
We're here to support you every step of the way, making your journey to an M.A. in Liberal
Studies flexible, focused, and fulfilling. Our dedicated advisors will help you design
a personalized path, stay on track, and build the skills you need to think critically,
communicate effectively, and make an impact in your chosen field.
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Apply for the M.A. in Liberal Studies Program
Make sure you have all the admissions requirements and complete your application to be ready for our next term!
Next start term
Fall 2025
Deadline to apply
August 1
Start Your Degree
as soon as September 2 2025.
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