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    American Studies

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    Providence, USMAIn-person1 year
    $74,331.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    8
    Credits

    American Studies at Brown University is a 8-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in Providence, US. Tuition is $74,331.

    About the program

    The program consists of eight courses over one year and an ungraded reflective ePortfolio. It allows students to explore specializations in scholarship, add depth to professional or academic life, or prepare for doctoral work.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

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    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min recommended minimum score for admission consideration is 90 on the Internet-based test
    IELTS
    required
    Min recommended minimum overall band score is 7

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $33,180.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does American Studies at Brown University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for American Studies at Brown University is $74,331 across 8 required credits.
    Is American Studies at Brown University online or in-person?
    American Studies at Brown University is offered in-person.
    How long does American Studies at Brown University take to complete?
    American Studies at Brown University is structured around 1 year and 8 credits.
    What work-permit options follow American Studies at Brown University?
    Post-completion work rights for American Studies at Brown University: 12 months OPT (US)