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    Master of Arts (M.A.) in Design

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    Ithaca, USMAIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $59,000.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    $105.00
    App fee

    Master of Arts (M.A.) in Design at Cornell University is a 2-year, in-person MA program based in Ithaca, US. Tuition is $59,000 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Two-year post-professional program focusing on human-centered design in interior environments, with concentrations in design for interaction, emerging technology for design, design + health, and sustainable design studies. Integrates expertise from interior design, industrial design, interaction design, and related fields to address problems related to the interior environment through empirical research and a culminating research thesis.

    Focus: research

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 5, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min GRE general test (the desired combined score should be greater than or equal to 310)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min 105 (plus Graduate School minimums: writing 20, listening 15, reading 20, speaking 22)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min The Graduate School requires an overall band score of a 7.0 or higher on the IELTS

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $37,418.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Arts (M.A.) in Design at Cornell University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Arts (M.A.) in Design at Cornell University is $59,000.
    Is Master of Arts (M.A.) in Design at Cornell University online or in-person?
    Master of Arts (M.A.) in Design at Cornell University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Arts (M.A.) in Design at Cornell University take to complete?
    Master of Arts (M.A.) in Design at Cornell University is structured around 2 years.
    Is Master of Arts (M.A.) in Design at Cornell University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Arts (M.A.) in Design at Cornell University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Arts (M.A.) in Design at Cornell University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Arts (M.A.) in Design at Cornell University: 12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)