This information is provided for attendees of the BED–BCS–SJC Seminar Institute. Additional information is available for current Annapolis Graduate Institute students.
I was admitted to the BED–BCS–SJC Seminar Institute, but now I would like to apply for the MALA or Certificate program as well. What is the process for applying? To apply to become a degree-seeking student in the Graduate Institute, students admitted to the BASIS program must submit one additional essay and an additional recommendation letter to supplement the initial application. Please contact Brandon Wasicsko (brandon.wasicsko(at)sjc.edu or 410-626-2543) if you are interested in applying to the Master of Arts in Liberal Arts or Certificate in Liberal Arts Education programs.
What is the cost of continuing in the MA or Certificate program? Learn more about tuition, fees, and financial aid for graduate students.
I was admitted to the BED–BCS–SJC Seminar Institute. Can I also enroll in a preceptorial this summer? Preceptorials are only open to students in our MALA and Certificate programs. If you would like to apply to become a degree-seeking student in either of those program, see above.
What is the difference between the MALA and Certificate? The Master of Arts in Liberal Arts is our traditional, 36-credit Master’s degree that explores the great books of the Western tradition across four full-time semesters. The Certificate in Liberal Arts Education is an 18-credit post-baccalaureate certificate with a focus on pedagogy and liberal arts education.
Can I enroll in multiple segments? Not simultaneously. Students take a seminar and tutorial together within the same segment area. Additional segments may be taken in subsequent fall, spring, or summer terms.
Which translations or editions of the texts should I use? When selecting books to use, consider visiting the St. John’s College Bookstore, which stocks numerous editions of all program books. The bookstore also maintains a binder with notes from tutors about various translations and editions. You may wish to consult this in advance, either in person or by calling the bookstore at 410-626-2540.
If you have access to a library, you might consider trying out various editions to see which you prefer. You may also consult the Greenfield Library catalog to see which editions are held there. Whenever possible, use editions with line or paragraph numbers. Your tutor may recommend or require a particular text, in which case you will be notified well in advance of the start of the semester. Ultimately, the selection of translations and/or editions is the responsibility of the student.
I’m a BASIS teacher interested in the BED–BCS–SJC Seminar Institute, but I missed the application deadline. Can I still be considered? Contact Andrew Sterbenz at BASIS for questions about BASIS’s internal selection process.
Will I have my own room? Yes. Students are housed in single rooms with a shared restroom on each floor.
Can I park on campus? Yes. Parking passes are available from Public Safety and during registration.
Can I move into the dorms early? Yes. If you are traveling a long way to reach Annapolis, an early move-in can be accommodated. Please contact Brandon Wasicsko with your specific travel situation and we’ll be sure your room is ready in advance.
