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    Master of Arts in International Affairs (MAIA)

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    Bologna, ITMAIn-person2 years
    €90,350.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    54
    Cohort
    students
    64
    Credits
    €85.00
    App fee

    Master of Arts in International Affairs (MAIA) at Johns Hopkins University is a 64-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Bologna, IT. Tuition is €90,350.

    About the program

    Two-year program combining international relations, regional studies, international economics, and language studies. Students can pursue a long thesis, extended research paper, or coursework-based option with flexibility to study at SAIS Europe or partner universities.

    Focus: both

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 7, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE or GMAT scores (optional)
    GMAT
    optional
    Min GRE or GMAT scores (optional)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL: composite score of 100 or higher
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS: composite score of 7 or higher

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months (Italy job search visa)

    €20,520.00
    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 Arts in International Affairs (MAIA) at Johns Hopkins University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Arts in International Affairs (MAIA) at Johns Hopkins University is €90,350 across 64 required credits.
    Is Master of Arts in International Affairs (MAIA) at Johns Hopkins University online or in-person?
    Master of Arts in International Affairs (MAIA) at Johns Hopkins University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Arts in International Affairs (MAIA) at Johns Hopkins University take to complete?
    Master of Arts in International Affairs (MAIA) at Johns Hopkins University is structured around 2 years and 64 credits.
    How large is the Master of Arts in International Affairs (MAIA) at Johns Hopkins University cohort?
    Master of Arts in International Affairs (MAIA) at Johns Hopkins University typically enrolls around 54 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Arts in International Affairs (MAIA) at Johns Hopkins University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Arts in International Affairs (MAIA) at Johns Hopkins University: 12 months (Italy job search visa)