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    Graduate Liberal Studies (MA)

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    Durham, USMAIn-person2 years
    $45,960.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    50%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    30
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $95.00
    App fee

    Graduate Liberal Studies (MA) at Duke University is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Durham, US. Tuition is $45,960.

    About the program

    Flexible, self-designed interdisciplinary liberal arts master's program consisting of nine courses and a master's project. Students take GLS seminars, courses from other graduate departments, and may pursue graduate certificates; the project integrates learning through academic research, applied research, or creative work.

    Focus: both
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 30, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 90 for an Internet-based TOEFL (The Graduate School generally seeks scores no less than...)
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7.0 for the IELTS Academic (The Graduate School generally seeks scores no less than...)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $25,966.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Graduate Liberal Studies (MA) at Duke University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Graduate Liberal Studies (MA) at Duke University is $45,960 across 30 required credits.
    Is Graduate Liberal Studies (MA) at Duke University online or in-person?
    Graduate Liberal Studies (MA) at Duke University is offered in-person.
    How long does Graduate Liberal Studies (MA) at Duke University take to complete?
    Graduate Liberal Studies (MA) at Duke University is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Graduate Liberal Studies (MA) at Duke University?
    Per the program's published guidance: minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.2
    How competitive is Graduate Liberal Studies (MA) at Duke University?
    Graduate Liberal Studies (MA) at Duke University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 50%.