The Great Books Honors College

The Master of Letters (MLitt) is an academic degree with rich roots providing intellectual and spiritual engagement with the Great Tradition of the Western world. The MLitt prepares students to pursue doctoral studies in disciplines like History, Humanities, Literature, Philosophy, and Religion.

Using many of the Great Books and a conversation mode (e.g., threaded discussions, conference calls) students work with enthusiastic, highly qualified tutors to examine, discuss, and work through great ideas with an eye toward living and teaching these truths. The program includes:

• One foundation course,
• Five core courses,
• Four independent tutorials with special focus on the student’s research interests, and
• One thesis course.

To apply, please:

• Review the application checklist,
• Complete and submit an application,
• Complete and submit a transcript request form, and optionally,
• Apply for financial aid.

Applicants’ immediate family members are not eligible to write recommendation letters for their family members’ applications. For more information, including information about tuition and scholarships, please email information@studyliberalarts.org.