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    Youth Development (M.A.)

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    East Lansing, USMAOnline2 years
    $22,392.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    36
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Youth Development (M.A.) at Michigan State University is a 36-credit, 2-year, online MA program based in East Lansing, US. Tuition is $22,392.

    About the program

    The program focuses on positive youth development, equipping students with skills to promote supportive relationships, youth engagement, and leadership. It covers designing, managing, implementing, and evaluating programs that support youth outcomes across family, school, community, and policy systems.

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min No GRE required - GRE needed for international students
    TOEFL
    required
    Min Score of 79 with no subscore below 17 (before Jan 21 2026); Score of 4 with no section score below 4, except 3.5 for speaking (on/after Jan 21 2026)
    IELTS
    required
    Min 6.5 overall

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $23,778.00
    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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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Youth Development (M.A.) at Michigan State University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Youth Development (M.A.) at Michigan State University is $22,392 across 36 required credits.
    Is Youth Development (M.A.) at Michigan State University online or in-person?
    Youth Development (M.A.) at Michigan State University is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Youth Development (M.A.) at Michigan State University take to complete?
    Youth Development (M.A.) at Michigan State University is structured around 2 years and 36 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Youth Development (M.A.) at Michigan State University?
    Post-completion work rights for Youth Development (M.A.) at Michigan State University: 12 months OPT (US)