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The Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies is for students who seek master's degrees that integrate knowledge from several disciplines. The program addresses the rapidly evolving demand for unique graduate study by promoting advanced scholarship that transcends traditional disciplinary boundaries.

MAIS offers eight structured interdisciplinary tracks: Anthropology, Community College Teaching (in Communication, Information Systems , English, Math, Psychology, Spanish,and Teaching English as a Second Language [TESL]), Folklore, Higher Education Administration, Religion, Culture and Values , Video-Based Production, Women's Studies, and Zoo & Aquarium Leadership.

In addition to the outlined concentrations of study, the MAIS program also offers students the opportunity to design their own Individualized program to meet the special needs of their careers.

MAIS Application deadlines:

  • Spring: November 1, 2008
  • Fall: April 15, 2009

Applications for the ZAL Concentration are ONLY being accepted for admission to FALL semesters.  Spring applications are NOT being accepted.

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