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    Master of Industrial and Labor Relations (M.I.L.R.)

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    Ithaca, USMILRIn-person2 years
    $93,316.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    56
    Cohort
    students
    48
    Credits

    Master of Industrial and Labor Relations (M.I.L.R.) at Cornell University is a 48-credit, 2-year, in-person MILR program based in Ithaca, US. Tuition is $93,316.

    About the program

    Professional master's program covering human resource management, labor relations, organizational behavior, labor economics, employment law, and statistics. Focuses on leadership in HR, consulting, and labor relations through core courses, concentrations, and electives.

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    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min For Professional Master’s Degree Applicants (M.Arch., M.Eng., M.F.S., M.H.A., M.I.L.R., ...): TOEFL iBT Score requirements for exams taken before January 2026 - Speaking: 22 or higher, Reading: 20 or higher, Listening: 15 or higher, Writing: 20 or higher. Interim score requirements for exams taken beginning January 2026 - Speaking: 4 or higher, Reading: 4 or higher, Listening: 3.5 or higher, Writing: 4 or higher
    IELTS
    required
    Min For Professional Master’s Degree Applicants (M.Arch., M.Eng., M.F.S., M.H.A., M.I.L.R., ...): An overall band score of at least 7.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $97,473.00
    Avg starting salary
    $37,418.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Industrial and Labor Relations (M.I.L.R.) at Cornell University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Industrial and Labor Relations (M.I.L.R.) at Cornell University is $93,316 across 48 required credits.
    Is Master of Industrial and Labor Relations (M.I.L.R.) at Cornell University online or in-person?
    Master of Industrial and Labor Relations (M.I.L.R.) at Cornell University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Industrial and Labor Relations (M.I.L.R.) at Cornell University take to complete?
    Master of Industrial and Labor Relations (M.I.L.R.) at Cornell University is structured around 2 years and 48 credits.
    How large is the Master of Industrial and Labor Relations (M.I.L.R.) at Cornell University cohort?
    Master of Industrial and Labor Relations (M.I.L.R.) at Cornell University typically enrolls around 56 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Industrial and Labor Relations (M.I.L.R.) at Cornell University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Industrial and Labor Relations (M.I.L.R.) at Cornell University: 12 months OPT (US)