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    Master of Arts in Arts Policy and Administration

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    Columbus, USMAIn-person2 years
    $85,480.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    44
    Credits
    $70.00
    App fee

    Master of Arts in Arts Policy and Administration at Ohio State University-Main Campus is a 44-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Columbus, US. Tuition is $85,480.

    About the program

    The program covers arts administration, entrepreneurship, policy, and governance in the creative sector. It integrates theory and practice with focus on equity, inclusion, cultural sustainability, and research methodologies for evaluating arts challenges.

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    Deadlines

    Autumn 2027
    Oct 30, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Oct 30, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min Verbal: 156, Quantitative: 148, Writing: 4.0 (suggested minimum scores)
    V 156 · Q 148
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL = a minimum of 100 on the TOEFL iBT or TOEFL iBT Home Edition (5.0 on the updated TOEFL as of January 2026)
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS = 7.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $21,632.00
    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 Arts Policy and Administration at Ohio State University-Main Campus cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Arts in Arts Policy and Administration at Ohio State University-Main Campus is $85,480 across 44 required credits.
    Is Master of Arts in Arts Policy and Administration at Ohio State University-Main Campus online or in-person?
    Master of Arts in Arts Policy and Administration at Ohio State University-Main Campus is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Arts in Arts Policy and Administration at Ohio State University-Main Campus take to complete?
    Master of Arts in Arts Policy and Administration at Ohio State University-Main Campus is structured around 2 years and 44 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Arts in Arts Policy and Administration at Ohio State University-Main Campus?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Arts in Arts Policy and Administration at Ohio State University-Main Campus: 12 months OPT (US)