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  • MA vs. MS: Does “Science” Actually Beat “Arts”?

    March 4, 2026

    By Dr. Kevin Matteson, Associate Director “They were taught to be technicians, not thinkers, in a culture that is long on know-how and short on know-why.” – David Orr I often get asked if a Master of Science (MS) is more valuable than a Master of Arts (MA). Sometimes, it feels like there is a…

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