Online Master of Liberal Studies

Transcend disciplines to solve complex societal problems and improve lives with a Master of Liberal Studies degree online from Arizona State University. While you explore interest areas in the humanities, arts and social sciences, you’ll build transferable critical thinking and communication skills. The cultural contexts and broad perspectives you’ll gain in this degree can accelerate your career across industries.

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Quick facts

Next start date:

Next start date: 08/21/2025


Total classes:

Total classes: 10

Weeks per class:

Weeks per class: 7.5

Total credit hours:

Total credit hours: 30

Degree questions, answered

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A master’s degree for creative thinkers and flexible problem solvers

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Will my diploma say ‘online’?

No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”

Liberal studies master’s courses

In this program, you’ll complete three core courses and a two-semester culminating project. Your project can include participating in your community, advocating for social impact, completing a creative or research project and more. You’ll also work closely with your academic advisor to fulfill your remaining credits with electives that support your interests, ambitions and goals.


The jobs a liberal studies master’s prepares you for

Earning this degree can propel your career in nearly all industries across the public, private and nonprofit sectors. While it doesn’t provide specific occupational training, you’ll graduate with an advanced, multidisciplinary skillset that employers look for in candidates. Possible career paths include, but aren’t limited to:

Learn from experienced faculty who empower interdisciplinary learning

Faculty in the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts are committed to research and exploration in their fields of work. Many of our faculty and staff are recognized nationally and internationally for their achievements from psychology to writing.

  • American Educational Research.
  • Association Fellows.
  • American Psychological Association Fellows.
  • Fulbright scholars.

Learn from experienced faculty who empower interdisciplinary learning

Faculty in the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts are committed to research and exploration in their fields of work. Many of our faculty and staff are recognized nationally and internationally for their achievements from psychology to writing.

  • American Educational Research.
  • Association Fellows.
  • American Psychological Association Fellows.
  • Fulbright scholars.

How to apply

Applicants to the Master of Liberal Studies program must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts.

Study at a globally recognized university

ASU is a global university recognized for its commitment to innovation, research and high-quality academic programs. Our university is repeatedly awarded peer-reviewed honors from U.S. News & World Report and other respected organizations.

#1


in innovation for 10 consecutive years, ahead of Stanford and MIT.

Top 10


best online bachelor’s programs.

Top 10%


best global universities.

80%


of graduates reported that their experiences at ASU inspired them to explore new career opportunities.

Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

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