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    Master of Science in Foreign Service (MSFS)

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    Washington, DC, USMSIn-person2 years
    $132,384.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    125
    Cohort
    students
    48
    Credits
    $90.00
    App fee

    Master of Science in Foreign Service (MSFS) at Georgetown University is a 48-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Washington, DC, US. Tuition is $132,384.

    About the program

    The program offers a 48-credit curriculum with 18 core credits in international relations, economics, ethics, and analytical skills, 18 credits in one of four concentrations (global politics and security, international development, geoeconomics business and finance, or science technology and international affairs), and 12 elective credits.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Apr 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min You may opt to submit your GRE... There is no minimum score requirement.
    GMAT
    optional
    Min You may opt to submit your GMAT... There is no minimum score requirement.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT minimum score of 100 (original TOEFL iBT score scale) or 5 (new TOEFL iBT score scale beginning January 21, 2026)
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS minimum score of 7.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $31,575.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Science in Foreign Service (MSFS) at Georgetown University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science in Foreign Service (MSFS) at Georgetown University is $132,384 across 48 required credits.
    Is Master of Science in Foreign Service (MSFS) at Georgetown University online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Foreign Service (MSFS) at Georgetown University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Science in Foreign Service (MSFS) at Georgetown University take to complete?
    Master of Science in Foreign Service (MSFS) at Georgetown University is structured around 2 years and 48 credits.
    How large is the Master of Science in Foreign Service (MSFS) at Georgetown University cohort?
    Master of Science in Foreign Service (MSFS) at Georgetown University typically enrolls around 125 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Science in Foreign Service (MSFS) at Georgetown University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Science in Foreign Service (MSFS) at Georgetown University: 12 months OPT (US)