M.A.
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. 

Program Overview

Master of Arts in Liberal Studies

M.A.
Earn your M.A. in Liberal Studies online and explore the subjects that matter most to you. This flexible, interdisciplinary program lets you design a degree around your interests — whether in the arts, culture, media, or social change — while building critical thinking, communication, and research skills to advance your career or academic goals. 

Format

100% Online

How it Works

Tuition

$471 / credit

Tuition & Fees

Credits

30

Course Catalog

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 
Career Services
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I chose SUNY Empire because of the ability to travel for work while achieving my educational goals.

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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! 

How To Apply

Next start term

Fall 2025

Deadline to apply

August 1

Start Your Degree

as soon as September 2 2025.

 

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