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USA, Illinois
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1898
Total Students: 23,799 +
Main Campus Address
2400 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, United States
The Master of Arts in Liberal Studies (MALS) program is a multidisciplinary approach to graduate education which emphasizes liberal education and enhanced intellectual skills that are valuable in a wide variety of careers. It is particularly designed for serious learners, or those who wish to become serious learners, from recent college graduates to men and women in later life.
The MALS program is grounded in a set of team-designed core courses. These courses establish the aims and themes of the program, orient the student to a multidisciplinary approach to graduate education, and develop in the student advanced learning skills. These are designed to foster academic rigor, intellectual adventure, and cultural breadth. If MALS core courses are not offered, students may choose equivalent courses to be established by program advisors.
The other components of the program are electives and a variety of options for a culminating project. Electives are usually graduate and upper-level courses chosen from departmental offerings in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Students select these courses with the aid of an advisor to build a program of study tailored to individual goals and interests. Included under electives are MALS special topics courses, which are especially well-suited to the needs of MALS students.
By about the midpoint of their studies (24-32 credit hours earned), students should begin discussing possible culminating project ideas with the director, associate director, or faculty advisor. The culminating project gives MALS students the opportunity to demonstrate the intellectual and creative powers that they have developed over the course of graduate study. MALS students may choose from four options for program completion, allowing greater flexibility for students to pursue their studies. These four options may take the form of a thesis, a community-based or media project, an enhanced portfolio, or a specially selected exit course and paper.
The MALS program offers a number of concentrations, including: Standard, Executive/Leadership, and Women’s Studies. The Standard Concentration is based on a four-course core requirement, and may be tailored to the student's interests. The Executive/Leadership and Women's Studies Concentrations are based on a five-course core requirement and stipulate policies for elective selection. Program advising is available to help students choose a concentration. Each of the concentrations may be pursued with any of the four program completion options. The MALS program is jointly administered with the Master of Arts/Master of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies (IDS) program by the Interdisciplinary Self-Designed Program (ISD).
Master's Degree
30 Days
Full-Time
24 Months
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Intake Month/Year | Intake Status | |
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mar 2025 | Closed | |
jun 2025 | Closed | |
sep 2025 | Closed | |
jan 2026 | Not Available |
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
Type of Scholarship | Scholarship Information | Amount/ Range |
Undergraduate (Direct Admit, Transfer and Adult Students) Graduate Direct Admit: College of Computing & Digital Media Graduate Presidential Scholarship Direct Admit: Kellstadt Graduate School of Business - Kellstadt Dean’s Scholarship College of Liberal Arts and Sciences College of Science and Health |
Graduate Direct Admit: College of Computing & Digital Media Graduate Presidential Scholarship Specific degrees: Animation MS, Artificial Intelligence MS, Business Information Technology MS, Computer Science MS, Cybersecurity MS, Data Science MS, Digital Communication and Media Arts MA, Film and Television MS, Game Programming MS, Health Informatics MS, Human-Computer Interaction MS, Information Systems MS, Software Engineering MS 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher to be considered. No need for a separate application. The scholarship is awarded at admission. This merit-based scholarship cannot be combined with any other institutional aid. Selected students will be awarded from $6,000 to $9,000 over six consecutive terms. Students must be enrolled full-time for disbursement. LINK: https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Admission-and-Aid/Pages/TuitionandFinancialAid.aspx Direct Admit: Kellstadt Graduate School of Business-Kellstadt Dean’s Scholarship One-time award for up to 12 courses, with a scholarship awarded per course LINK: https://business.depaul.edu/admission-aid/graduate-admission/Pages/scholarships.aspx College of Liberal Arts and Sciences: One-time award Sustainable Urban Development MS only; based on academic achievement; one-time award; no minimum GPA required. College of Science and Health: One-time award Applied Mathematics MS, Applied Statistics MS, Chemistry MS, and Environmental Science MS only; based on academic achievement; no minimum GPA required. |
Undergraduate Direct Admit $15,000 to $31,000 Transfer $10,000 to $20,000 Adult Students $10,000 Graduate Direct Admit: College of Computing & Digital Media Graduate Presidential Scholarship: $6,000 to $9.000 Direct Admit: Kellstadt Graduate School of Business $6,000 to $7,800 Kellstadt Dean’s Scholarship (details) Amount depends on GPA (2.0 and above) 2.0 to 2.69 GPA: $500 per course (up to $6,000 total scholarship) 2.7 and above GPA: $650 per course (up to $7,800 total scholarship) College of Liberal Arts and Sciences $12,000 College of Science and Health $12,000 |
Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.
It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.
A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):
Outreach, A Student Referral Program by Canam
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