Whether you want to broaden your knowledge, add interest to your conversations, or enhance your career potential, SMU's
credit and noncredit programs in the liberal arts can help you reach
your goals.
The Master of Liberal Studies program offers an affordable option for motivated adults to earn a graduate degree in the humanities, behavioral sciences, arts, social sciences, and science and culture on a part-time basis. Our noncredit Informal Courses allow you to explore topics as diverse as the cultural arts, classical perspectives, new languages, the social sciences, and even investment strategies without the pressure of grades or homework.