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Overview
About this Degree
The Independent Scholars major at James Madison University is geared towards students whose interests cross-cut traditional disciplinary boundaries, and who are seeking control over their academic career.
The mission of the Independent Scholars major is to provide students with a learning environment in which they develop and pursue self-designed curricular pathways and research goals, identifying unique domains of inquiry and interweaving multiple modes of thinking. Students are empowered to cultivate their own academic and professional interests in ways that foster the ability to comprehend and contribute uniquely and innovatively to a wide array of topics, questions and problems.
IS majors will develop topic-based interests and inquiry strategies to pursue those interests; enhance creativity, self-directedness and perseverance required for inquiry; learn research, technical and communication skills relevant to their inquiry; situate their inquiry in relation to contemporary notions of disciplinary thinking; enhance aptitude and confidence in working independently and collectively; and apply knowledge and skills in experiential-learning settings.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- General Education
- Foreign Language
- Philosophy course
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Credits
120 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Education Teaching View 1430 other Bachelors in Teaching in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 2.25
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- Successful completion of the equivalent of a US secondary education
- Minimal 2.25 GPA (Grade Point Average) - equivalent to 77-79% or a 'C+' average
- Diploma or certification of graduation from High School in your home country
- Undergraduate applicants who intend to major in theater, dance, music and studio art must also submit a portfolio and/or arrange an audition.
Tuition Fee
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International
24386 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12193 USD per semester during 48 months. -
National
24386 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12193 USD per semester during 48 months. -
In-State
7460 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3730 USD per semester during 48 months.
Living costs for Harrisonburg
1050 - 1715 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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