Overview
The MA in Happiness Studies is a 30-credit interdisciplinary program that addresses micro and macro aspects of wholeperson wellbeing, creating bridges between theory and practice, East and West, ancient and modern. With a strong foundation in the Great Books tradition and the scientific method, the purpose of the program is to educate leaders committed to personal, interpersonal, organizational and societal happiness.
Admissions Requirements
To apply to the MA Happiness Studies program, you need:
- A bachelor’s degree
- A minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.5
- Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. International students must send transcripts to WES (www.wes.org) for translation and authentication. You will be required to pay a fee for this service.
- TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE scores are required for international students
Happiness Studies Curriculum Requirements
Required courses
| GHS-509 | Foundations of Happiness Studies | 3 |
| GHS-520 | Introduction to Happiness Studies I | 3 |
| GHS-521 | Introduction to Happiness Studies II | 3 |
| GHS-510 | Integrative Leaders on Happiness | 3 |
| GHS-530 | Facilitating Happiness I | 3 |
| GHS-531 | Facilitating Happiness II | 3 |
| GHS-540 | Philosophy and Happiness | 3 |
| GHS-550 | A SPIRE Retreat | 3 |
| GHS-560 | Wholebeing Coaching | 3 |
| GHS-570 | Happiness in Literature and Film | 3 |