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The Toulouse School of Graduate Studies at the University of North Texas sponsors a Master of Arts and a Master of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies. Students choosing to focus on Women's Studies for this degree should choose the thematic approach (or the second approach mentioned in the graduate catalog). The thematic approach (commonly referred to as "Plan B" by the Graduate School) provides a specialized focus on Women's Studies while still maintaining the interdisciplinary nature of the program. This approach also offers the student a high degree of flexibility in the selection of course work. 

requirements for the interdisciplinary master of arts

A special committee, representative of the disciplines in the student's program, will be formed in consultation with the Director of Women's Studies to help the student develop the degree plan and supervise the student's progress. For a master's degree in interdisciplinary studies, the program must include:

• no fewer than three separate fields of study with at least 6 hours in each field  

• no more than 17 hours (including thesis and special problems) may be taken under any one course prefix or subject field  

• 36 hours of coursework for a non-thesis option

• 30 hours of coursework plus 6 credit hours of thesis for a thesis option

• a foreign language requirement

requirements for the interdisciplinary master of science

A special committee, representative of the disciplines in the student's program, will be formed in consultation with the Director of Women's Studies to help the student develop the degree plan and supervise the student's progress. For a master's degree in interdisciplinary studies, the program must include:

• no fewer than three separate fields of study with at least 6 hours in each field  

• no more than 17 hours (including thesis and special problems) may be taken under any one course prefix or subject field  

• 36 hours of coursework for a non-thesis option

• 30 hours of coursework plus 6 credit hours of thesis for a thesis option

Prospective students should begin the application process by contacting Donna Hughes, Graduate Coordinator, in the Toulouse School of Graduate Studies. Applicants should mention they are interested in the Women's Studies theme at the first opportunity. After initial paperwork has been completed, applicants should schedule an appointment with Sandra Spencer, Director of Women's Studies, for formal admittance to the program. Contact information is given below.

Donna Hughes, Graduate Coordinator | Eagle Student Services Center 354 | P.O. Box 305459
Denton, TX 76203-5459 | 940.565.2383 | hughesd@unt.edu  

Sandra Spencer, Director of Women's Studies | GAB 467 | P.O. Box 305189 | Denton, TX 76203-5189 | 940.565.2532 | spencer@unt.edu

admission

Please consult the admission section of the Graduate Catalog for information on general admission standards and procedures. Applicants for admission to the degree program in interdisciplinary studies must submit all of the following materials and scores before enrolling for courses leading to the degree:

• a completed Toulouse School of Graduate Studies application form

• complete transcripts of undergraduate work

• a written statement describing the applicant's specific interest in women's studies and the goals the applicant hopes to accomplish by completing the degree

Please note that applications for the interdisciplinary masters degree will not be sent to the Office of Women's Studies.  Students with questions about degree requirements or application deadlines should consult the Toulouse School of Graduate Studies website for more information. 

financial aid

Financial assistance in the form of research assistantships, teaching assistantships, and scholarships is available to qualified graduate students through the Office of Women's Studies. Financial aid is also available through UNT's Office of Student Financial Aid & Scholarships.

international students

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