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    Master of Arts (M.A.) in Archaeology

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    Ithaca, USMAIn-person18 months
    $41,600.00
    Tuition
    over 18mo
    41%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    8
    Cohort
    students
    $105.00
    App fee

    Master of Arts (M.A.) in Archaeology at Cornell University is a 18-month, in-person MA program based in Ithaca, US. Tuition is $41,600.

    About the program

    The program provides intensive orientation to archaeology through coursework in method, theory, and regional studies across the Americas, Mediterranean, Southwest Asia, and Eurasia, plus a master's thesis and exam. It supports multidisciplinary interests including material culture, public archaeology, museum studies, and archaeological science.

    Focus: both

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Research degree (M.A.): Speaking 22+, Reading 20+, Listening 15+, Writing 20+ (TOEFL iBT before Jan 2026); updated section scores from Jan 2026
    IELTS
    required
    Min Research degree (M.A.): overall 7.0+ (professional master's 7.0; program-specific may vary)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $37,418.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Arts (M.A.) in Archaeology at Cornell University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Arts (M.A.) in Archaeology at Cornell University is $41,600.
    Is Master of Arts (M.A.) in Archaeology at Cornell University online or in-person?
    Master of Arts (M.A.) in Archaeology at Cornell University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Arts (M.A.) in Archaeology at Cornell University take to complete?
    Master of Arts (M.A.) in Archaeology at Cornell University is structured around 18 months.
    How competitive is Master of Arts (M.A.) in Archaeology at Cornell University?
    Master of Arts (M.A.) in Archaeology at Cornell University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 41%.
    How large is the Master of Arts (M.A.) in Archaeology at Cornell University cohort?
    Master of Arts (M.A.) in Archaeology at Cornell University typically enrolls around 8 students per cohort.