Since MALS students design their own programs and work at their
own pace—most often taking one or two courses a semester,
but sometimes as many as three or four—the cost of the
program varies for each student. Students pay a modest annual
tuition fee as well as a pre-course fee for the individual courses
they take. Typically, MALS students take most of their 30 credits
of coursework as independent studies with Skidmore faculty.
On average, students studying part-time complete the program
in three years, at a cost of approximately $9,000 a year.
For 2006-‘07: Annual Tuition Fee = $6,000
Introductory Seminar = $1,500
Independent Study Fee = $1,000
Financial Aid
More than 40% of MALS students receive tuition assistance
through a combination of federal loans, graduate scholarships,
employer assistance programs, and extended payment plans.
Many of our students receive support through the Federal Stafford
Loan program, which offers two types of assistance:
Subsidized Stafford Loans
Dependent on the student’s demonstration of financial
need, subsidized loans are interest-free for the duration
of the student’s enrollment in the program. To remain
eligible for the loan, students must maintain at least half-time
status. Students may borrow a maximum of $8,500 annually
in subsidized loans.
Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
This type of loan is not based on a student’s economic
need and requires that the student pay interest on the loan
while enrolled. Students may borrow a maximum of $10,000
annually in unsubsidized loans.
Students may borrow a combination of subsidized and unsubsidized
Stafford Loans in an amount of up to $18,500 per year. To
apply for federal financial aid, you will need to submit a
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). We can send
you a copy, or you can complete the form online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
Skidmore’s school code is 002814.
If you would like to discuss any financial aid issues, please
contact Sandy Welter, our Financial Aid Officer, at 518-580-5488
/ swelter@skidmore.edu.
Creative Thought Matters.
Master of Arts Program
Skidmore College ·
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