Graduate Programs in Other Fields

Earning a masters degree at Converse is a rewarding experience. With four programs specialized in fields other than education, graduate students have the opportunity to hone their talents and develop in their respective fields.

MFA in Creative Writing

If you’re interested in writing, then consider earning a MFA in Creative Writing. A two-year, low residency program, the MFA is for serious, independent writers. Non-traditional, with an individually tailored curriculum, the program will challenge and inspire you through a master-writer and apprentice mentoring relationship.

Master of Liberal Arts

Cultivate your love for teaching and learning by enrolling in our Master of Liberal Arts program, which offers an in-depth intellectual exploration in the liberal arts. It will extend your professional qualifications as a junior college or high school teacher and give you opportunities to pursue advanced study in fields such as history, political science and English that fascinated you as an undergraduate.

Master of Music

Music enthusiasts will enjoy seeking a Master of Music in The Petrie School of Music. The degree offers advanced training necessary for a successful musical career or doctoral study. You will study in the nationally recognized facilities of the Petrie School of Music [add link] with faculty who are professional performers and composers. You will also have plenty of opportunity to perform as a soloist or a member of one (or more) of our many ensembles.

Master of Marriage and Family Therapy

If your goals include training to be a clinically-skilled and culturally-competent systemic marriage and family therapist, then the Master of Marriage and Family Therapy program is the best fit for you. The program prepares its graduates to meet the licensure requirements for South Carolina as well as ensures they are competent clinicians trained to work with a wide variety of presenting problems.