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    Master of Arts in Art History and Archaeology

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    New York, USMAIn-person2 years
    $70,628.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    35%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    30
    Credits
    $120.00
    App fee

    Master of Arts in Art History and Archaeology at Columbia University in the City of New York is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in New York, US. Tuition is $70,628.

    About the program

    The program covers art history and archaeology from Antiquity to the 19th century across fields including Ancient Art and Archaeology, Art and Architecture of Africa and the African Diaspora, Art and Architecture of the Americas until 1550, Arts and Architecture of the Lands of Islam, East Asian Art and Archaeology, History of Architecture, History of Western Art, Native North American Art, and South Asian Art. It consists of coursework including required colloquia and lectures, plus an MA thesis supervised by faculty.

    Focus: both
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 11, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min The GRE is optional
    TOEFL
    required
    Min at least a 100 on the TOEFL internet-based exam
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7.5 on the IELTS

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $31,103.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Arts in Art History and Archaeology at Columbia University in the City of New York cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Arts in Art History and Archaeology at Columbia University in the City of New York is $70,628 across 30 required credits.
    Is Master of Arts in Art History and Archaeology at Columbia University in the City of New York online or in-person?
    Master of Arts in Art History and Archaeology at Columbia University in the City of New York is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Arts in Art History and Archaeology at Columbia University in the City of New York take to complete?
    Master of Arts in Art History and Archaeology at Columbia University in the City of New York is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    How competitive is Master of Arts in Art History and Archaeology at Columbia University in the City of New York?
    Master of Arts in Art History and Archaeology at Columbia University in the City of New York reports an acceptance rate of approximately 35%.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Arts in Art History and Archaeology at Columbia University in the City of New York?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Arts in Art History and Archaeology at Columbia University in the City of New York: 12 months OPT (US)