by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual looked at 3 colleges and universities when compiling its 2024 Best Liberal Arts Master's Degree Schools in the Plains States Region ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 54 master's degrees in liberal arts to qualified students.
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The liberal studies master's degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. This section explores some of the factors we include in our ranking and how much they vary depending on the school you select. Below we explain some of the most important factors to consider before making your choice:
A school that excels in educating for a particular major and degree level must be a great school overall as well. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges for a Master's Degree ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our full ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best schools for liberal arts students working on their master's degree.
Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best Liberal Arts Master's Degree Schools in the Plains States Region ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision.
Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing a master's degree in liberal arts.
Fort Hays State University is a great choice for students interested in a master's degree in liberal arts. FHSU is a large public university located in the town of Hays.More information about a master’s in liberal arts from Fort Hays State University
It's hard to beat Metropolitan State University if you want to pursue a master's degree in liberal arts. Located in the city of Saint Paul, Metro State is a public university with a medium-sized student population.More information about a master’s in liberal arts from Metropolitan State University
Wichita State University is a good choice for students interested in a master's degree in liberal arts. WSU is a large public university located in the city of Wichita.More information about a master’s in liberal arts from Wichita State University
It's hard to beat University of Missouri - Kansas City if you want to pursue a master's degree in liberal arts. UMKC is a large public university located in the large city of Kansas City.More information about a master’s in liberal arts from University of Missouri - Kansas City
Explore the best liberal arts schools for a specific state in the Plains States Region .
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 361 | 4 |
| Minnesota | 355 | 4 |
| Kansas | 254 | 46 |
| Nebraska | 211 | 0 |
| South Dakota | 130 | 0 |
Liberal Arts is one of 3 different types of Liberal Arts General Studies programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Individualized Studies | 3 |
