Master of Arts in Liberal Arts

The Master of Arts in Liberal Arts at Louisiana State University Shreveport is an interdisciplinary program focused on advanced skills in research, critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and communication. Students work toward a thesis, with preparation supported by interdisciplinary electives and access to resources such as the Noel Collection and the Northwest Louisiana Archives. Thesis students also engage in field research, including examples such as music therapy impacts and website design.

The program is delivered in-person and spans four semesters. Blended classes are capped at eight graduate students per class, and core courses are capped at 30 students. Students receive individual guidance from a thesis director over three semesters, and they can choose interdisciplinary electives (15 hours) before the thesis or thesis-equivalent project. Students may also take internships in History or English.

• Applicants must have earned a GPA of 3.0 or better in the last two years of undergraduate study.
• You must schedule an admissions interview with the MLA Director.
• You must submit a written Statement of Purpose that outlines your educational goals and the ways in which the MLA program meets those goals.
• GRE scores are NOT required for admission.

• Editor
• Politician
• Teacher
• Librarian
• Creative Writer
• Journalist
• Public Relations Manager
• Publicist
• Project Manager