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    Master of Arts in Africana Studies

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    Atlanta, USMAIn-person1 year
    $50,232.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    33%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    36
    Credits
    $50.00
    App fee

    Master of Arts in Africana Studies at Georgia State University is a 36-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in Atlanta, US. Tuition is $50,232.

    About the program

    Interdisciplinary program covering the study of Black people in the United States, Africa, and the African diaspora, with concentrations in Community Empowerment focusing on political, economic, and policy responses, or Culture and Aesthetics focusing on philosophical, literary, and artistic contributions.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Mar 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 80 on iBT
    IELTS
    required
    Min 6.5 overall

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US F-1 standard post-study work authorization); 24-month STEM OPT extension would depend on the program’s CIP code being STEM-designated.

    $50,409.00
    Avg starting salary

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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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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Arts in Africana Studies at Georgia State University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Arts in Africana Studies at Georgia State University is $50,232 across 36 required credits.
    Is Master of Arts in Africana Studies at Georgia State University online or in-person?
    Master of Arts in Africana Studies at Georgia State University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Arts in Africana Studies at Georgia State University take to complete?
    Master of Arts in Africana Studies at Georgia State University is structured around 1 year and 36 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Arts in Africana Studies at Georgia State University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 cumulative GPA
    How competitive is Master of Arts in Africana Studies at Georgia State University?
    Master of Arts in Africana Studies at Georgia State University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 33%.