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    Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) in African and African American Studies

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    Ithaca, USMPSIn-person
    $71,266.00
    Tuition
    $105.00
    App fee

    Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) in African and African American Studies at Cornell University is a in-person MPS program based in Ithaca, US. Tuition is $71,266.

    About the program

    Course-based master's program in African-American studies or African studies.

    Focus: coursework

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    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT score: 77; TOEFL Paper score: 550
    IELTS
    required

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $37,418.00
    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 Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) in African and African American Studies at Cornell University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) in African and African American Studies at Cornell University is $71,266.
    Is Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) in African and African American Studies at Cornell University online or in-person?
    Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) in African and African American Studies at Cornell University is offered in-person.
    What GPA is required for Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) in African and African American Studies at Cornell University?
    Per the program's published guidance: Minimum of a 3.0 cumulative GPA
    What work-permit options follow Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) in African and African American Studies at Cornell University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) in African and African American Studies at Cornell University: 12 months OPT (US)