Degree Programs

There are four degree programs within the University: Scholar, Lector, Magister, and Philosopher.
Scholar Degree Program

The Scholar degree represents a broad based general education, covering a variety of different fields of study.

  • Take (or teach) 20 total classes.
  • Of these, there must be at least three classes in each of five different Colleges.
  • One of the five Colleges must be Current Middle Ages.

Example: 1 Literature, 1 Performing Arts & Gaming, 1 Trades & Crafts, 1 Science & Technology, 1 Military & Combat Studies, 3 Heraldic Studies, 3 Extra-European Studies, 3 Current Middle Ages, 3 Apparel Arts & Sciences, 3 Animal Studies
Lector Degree Program

The Lector degree recognizes focus on a single general area of study.

  • Must already have received a Scholar degree.
  • Take (or teach) 10 additional classes in a single College.

Example: Taking 10 classes from the Apparel Arts & Sciences College.
Magister Degree Program

The Magister degree is awarded for contributing to the education of others in a specific field.

  • Teach 5 classes in a Subject from a College from which the student has already earned a Lector degree. Complete a project (a paper, article, A&S entry, or similar), which must be approved by the Dean of the College.
    • Example: Taking 10 classes from the Apparel Arts & Sciences College.
    Philosopher Degree Program

    This degree recognizes great dedication to learning and teaching.

    • Complete 5 Magister degrees in different Subjects.
    • Complete a project which combines at least two of these Subjects, which must be approved by the Dean of the related Colleges.