Graduate Programs

Mary Baldwin College offers two distinctive academic opportunities for study at the graduate level. The uniqueness of the programs, combined with MBC’s commitment to academic excellence and personalized, transforming education, help to provide a supportive and successful environment for graduate work.

Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) provides licensure and advanced training for men and women in a liberal-arts setting that emphasizes small classes, individual attention, and close relationships with schools and scholars. Teacher Licensure is also available through undergraduate and post baccalaureate programs.

Master of Letters/Master of Fine Arts in Shakespeare and Renaissance Literature in Performance (MLitt/MFA) combines stagecraft and scholarship with concentrations in acting, directing, and teaching. The degrees employ the Blackfriars Playhouse, the only recreation of Shakespeare's indoor theatre, and are offered through partnership with the American Shakespeare Center.