Explore a unique B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies at Marymount University! Customize your education with two concentrations. Apply today!
The B.A. in Liberal Studies is unique to Marymount in that students complete two areas of study instead of electing a single major. The program provides a broad general education in the Arts and the opportunity to gain knowledge in two major fields, designated as concentrations. Concentration options are: Biology/Physical Sciences Behavioral Science Business and related fields Communication English Fine and Applied Arts Gender and Society Graphic Design History Humanities Information Technology Mathematics Philosophy/Religious Studies/Theology Politics Psychology/Sociology/Criminal Justice Other concentrations are considered. Liberal Studies serves several populations: Entering students who wish to explore more than one area of competency Students currently enrolled at Marymount in other disciplines who wish to change their majors because of new interests or whose progress in their major has met with obstacles Transfer and non-traditional students and working adults with previously earned college credit and/or full-time work experience who wish to maximize the credits taken elsewhere and complete their degree efficaciously In a broad sense, the program functions as a degree completion program for students who wish to utilize as fully as possible credits earned to date and obtain that long-anticipated degree. The program is also designed to prepare for entry to new fields, advancement in current employment, or graduate study. Highlights of the Liberal Studies Program Offers 2 concentrations rather than 1 major, often allowing a more rapid advance to fulfilling requirements and graduating Creates a personalized plan—no “one size fits all” program Endeavors to maximize transfer credits Flexible—accommodates work, study, and family responsibilities Offers full-time and part-time schedules in day, evening, and some online courses Works closely with the Center for Career Services on preparing students to enter the marketplace Makes available wide-ranging and prestigious internship opportunities capitalizing on Washington, DC’s resources Allows internship credit by portfolio for students with significant work experience Marymount has been named a “Military-friendly School”
