Master of Liberal Studies
Explore civilization鈥檚 most influential texts while developing the skills needed to engage with and respond to today鈥檚 most pressing issues. By analyzing and interpreting influential work in the arts, humanities, and sciences, you鈥檒l learn how to draw critical connections between the past and present.
At HL黑料门不打烊, you鈥檒l learn from expert faculty in a supportive, personalized environment that encourages engagement and fresh perspectives. Our small, in-person evening classes and a cohort model program foster dialogue in the classroom and lasting intellectual community. By graduation, you鈥檒l be prepared to further your career, pursue graduate studies, and leave your mark on the world.
Why HL黑料门不打烊?
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Top-Ranked Reputation
Ranked the No. 1 private regional university in the South, HL黑料门不打烊 underscores the high-quality campus experience and the prestigious weight a HL黑料门不打烊 degree carries in Winter Park and nationwide.
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Travelers, Not Tourists
Guided by our expert faculty, our annual field study has enabled students to travel as far abroad as Cuba, Greece, Israel, and Turkey to learn in a global setting.
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Personalized Learning Environment
With an average class size of fewer than 10, and a 10:1 student-faculty ratio, our in-person learning environment ensures personalized attention and meaningful engagement.
Where Can Your Liberal Studies Degree Take You?
Leveraging the interpretive, analytical, and communication skills gained in HL黑料门不打烊鈥� MLS program, our grads pursue a range of careers across diverse industries and are prepared to thrive in a rapidly evolving marketplace.
Explore Liberal Studies Careers
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An Exploration of the World鈥檚 Greatest Works, Ideas, and Thinkers
Our Master of Liberal Studies curriculum is designed to help you develop intellectual awareness and key competencies through studying the great ideas of civilization.
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Take the Next Step
The individualized attention you receive as a HL黑料门不打烊 student begins long before you鈥檙e actually a student.
The Insider's Guide to the Graduate Application
Join our Graduate Admission team virtually on May 7, 2026, for expert advice about submitting your application to the Master of Liberal Studies program. From building your resume to writing a personal statement, each lab will focus on a specific topic about the application process. You'll also have the chance to get your questions answered by an admission counselor.
Expert Faculty
Our award-winning faculty help students become critical thinkers ready to tackle complex social issues while building an intellectual network and offering one-on-one guidance during the thesis process.
Master of Liberal Studies Program
Telephone:407.646.2037
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Todd French, PhD
Associate Professor of Religion;
Department Co-ChairAreas of focus: Church history, social theory, Syriac hagiography, and the history of Western cultures
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Tom Cook, PhD
Professor Emeritus
Areas of focus: History of philosophy, philosophy of the mind, and metaphysical issues such as the nature of self and human freedom
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Rachel Newcomb, PhD
Professor of Anthropology
Areas of focus: Cultural and applied/public anthropology, Middle East and North Africa, gender, Islam, modernity, globalization, and identity
