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Master of Arts in Folk Studies

2 Years On Campus Masters Program

Western Kentucky University

Program Overview

The study of folklore and folklife involves examination and analysis of traditional expressive culture in all its forms including verbal, musical, material, and customary. In every society, agricultural and industrial, rural and urban, folklore is a vital part of life.

Program Key Stats

$18210 (Annual cost)



96.9 %

Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

GPA of 3.0 or higher, Three letters of reference, Statement of intent, and Writing sample, (TOEFL) minimum score of 79 (internet-based) or 550 (paper-based), IELTS-6.5

Career Options

  • Folklorists work in a variety of settings
  • including various academic departments in colleges and universities
  • libraries
  • museums
  • archives
  • historical associations
  • arts councils
  • the publishing industry
  • funding agencies
  • and the federal government

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