MA in Liberal Studies
at NC State University, Raleigh

4.0 /5

(49 Reviews)

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MA in Liberal Studies
at
NC State University
Overview

North Carolina State University offers MA in Liberal Studies course at PG level. Offered for a duration of 18 to 24 months, it is among the top-ranked courses offered by the university. Indian students are required to submit scores of exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo to be eligible to get selected for the course. Additionally, Indian students also have to provide all the necessary documents as part of the admission process. The North Carolina State University tuition fee for MA in Liberal Studies is USD 29,690 (INR 2,849,943) for first year. Along with tuition fees, the students are also required to manage living expenses.

Duration	1.5 - 2 years
Tuition & Fees	₹28.22 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree
Mode of Course	Full Time

MA in Liberal Studies

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MA in Liberal Studies
at
NC State University
Fees

North Carolina State University MA in Liberal Studies fee structure includes first-year tuition fee that all the students have to pay. The total expense may vary, depending on the additional charges provided by the North Carolina State University. The total first-year tuition fees of MA in Liberal Studies are USD 29,690 (INR 2,849,943).

To know more about North Carolina State University MA in Liberal Studies fee breakup, check out the table below:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 28,22,064

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 95.05101 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 3ʳᵈ October 2024

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MA in Liberal Studies
at
NC State University
Entry Requirements

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CGPA - 3/4
a four-year bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from a regionally accredited college or university. Exceptions to standard accreditation may be granted for applicants with international degrees

a GPA of at least 3.00 (on a 4.00 scale) in their undergraduate degrees.

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TOEFL

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PTE

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IELTS

Marks - 6.5/9
With a minimum of 6.5 in each section

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Duolingo

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MA in Liberal Studies
at
NC State University
Rankings

Course Ranking

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#151	Sociology QS, 2026
#401	Arts and Humanities THE (Times Higher Education), 2026
#101	Sociology ARWU (Shanghai Ranking), 2025

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MA in Liberal Studies
at
NC State University
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2021)
Internship Available	Yes

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North Carolina State University
Students Ratings & Reviews

4/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

33% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

Academically oriented

Fun loving

Internships3.4

Part time work3.6

Post study jobs4.1

Quality of faculty4.4

Student Life4.4

Value for money3.4

Public transportation4.3

Safety4.5

Indian Food4.2

Permanent Immigration3.3

Anonymous

Master in Engineering Management - Batch of 2027

4.6

A very welcoming and homely place where you can learn a lot.

Tips: Received a 10% scholarship and a 500 professional development fund to attend conferences and get certificates. Definitely very satisfied with all the learning outcomes. There's also an Indian association that takes care of all Indian students' needs.

Likes (Value for money): The courses are very good. The living expenses of the city of Raleigh are also quite low in comparison to other cities, making it easy to manage expenses while working part time on campus. The tuition is manageable as well and they also waive tuition if you get a TA or RA position.

Dislikes (Internships): There are internships but just the market in general isn't the best right now and for the career fair, only a few companies accept F1 students. Some students who have work experience have got very good internships all around the US and they provide good career guidance services so eventually everyone will definitely get a job.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 900

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 100000

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026Read more

Shrawani Gulhane Verified Icon

Master of Computer Science- Data Science Track - Batch of 2026

4.7

A challenging yet very supportive university; good opportunities for future.

Tips: The university is academically rigorous but it helped me a lot to learn new things. There are many resources and mentors for you every step whenever you need help. My transition was smooth, I had even got my finances sorted and even secured a part-time job before arriving in the States. Most international students work part-time jobs here. The university offers scholarships and funding to various departments.

Likes (Public transportation): The university has its own public transportation which is well-connected to all campuses and the housing location that students prefer on or off-campus. The frequency is amazing year around. The public transportation is completely free and very convenient.

Dislikes (Value for money): The fee structure is very manageable compared to most of the Universities. And the university being a public university, has various facilities and resources for international students. The departments have funding and scholarships, even if you want to do a the university funds you for it.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 800

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 100000

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026Read more

Soham Santosh Joshi Verified Icon

Master of Financial Mathematics - Batch of 2026

4.3

Great value-for-money program.

Tips: One of the best courses with a strong curriculum and excellent career support. The Financial Mathematics programme at NC State offers a well-structured and rigorous curriculum. The career services are outstanding and very supportive with good industry exposure and guidance. Tuition is reasonable compared to similar programs and there are multiple scholarship opportunities available. Additionally, there are plenty of on-campus part-time jobs available for students. A great value-for-money programme.

Likes (Value for money): It is one of the best courses with a strong curriculum, excellent career services and reasonable tuition. Being rigorous academically and having excellent career guidance along with great industry exposure with hands-on projects makes this a great value-for-money programme.

Dislikes (Indian Food): Mostly American food options are available at a reasonable price. Indian grocery and food options are not very accessible. I prefer cooking for myself which reduces living expenses by a considerable amount. There is a Feed the Pack free grocery service which you can avail for basic groceries.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 800

Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 120000

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026Read more

Anonymous

Master of Science in Psychology - Batch of 2025

3.6

Very fulfilling experience.

Tips: The university here is very diverse, and there is plenty of representation on campus. Once you're settled, things move much smoothly and the bus services are free to help you get around. There is an Indian restaurant available, although not as authentic as you might like, but there are plenty of options nearby. I am quite satisfied with my experiences.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1650

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 102950

Reviewed on 17 Sep 2025Read more

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MS Aerospace Engineering - Batch of 2025

4.5

Great university for aerospace and Indian students.

Tips: Cultural shock might initially be challenging but the large Indian student population at NC State makes it easy to make friends, which can help ease homesickness. Securing Resident Assistant (RA) or Teaching Assistant (TA) positions is quite competitive so plan accordingly. Finding part-time work is relatively easy; dining jobs offer $10 per hour with a maximum of 20 hours per week, which can cover living expenses if you share a room and budget carefully. Over time you may be able to move into a higher grade or departmental position which is less demanding and offers better pay. Scholarships for Indian nationals are scarce. The university is excellent with a good faculty, well structured coursework and strong research opportunities. Be prepared to dedicate yourself to your studies. The academic approach here differs significantly from Indian universities; cramming won't suffice for good grades. Plan your studies thoroughly

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 900

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 84450

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025Read more

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MA in Liberal Studies
at
NC State University
Highlights

MA in Liberal Studies is offered by College of Humanities and Social Sciences under North Carolina State University, USA.
This a Masters level program of a course duration of 1.5-2 Years.
Download the brochure to read more details of this course.