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    Master of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management

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    West Lafayette, USMSIn-person2 years
    $44,816.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    40%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    9
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Master of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management at Purdue University West Lafayette is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in West Lafayette, US. Tuition is $44,816.

    About the program

    Equips students with interdisciplinary skills for service industries including hospitality, tourism, food and beverage, transportation, healthcare, and retailing. Offers thesis and non-thesis tracks with coursework in management, analytics, marketing, and leadership.

    Focus: both
    ShanghaiRanking #7 US / #? global Hospitality & Tourism Management

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Mar 5, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE or GMAT (Required for PhD Applicants)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT: Writing 18, Speaking 18, Listening 14, Reading 19 (Total 80)
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS: Reading 6.5, Listening 6.0, Speaking 6.0, Writing 5.5 (Overall 6.5)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $13,720.00
    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 Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management at Purdue University West Lafayette cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management at Purdue University West Lafayette is $44,816 across 30 required credits.
    Is Master of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management at Purdue University West Lafayette online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management at Purdue University West Lafayette is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management at Purdue University West Lafayette take to complete?
    Master of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management at Purdue University West Lafayette is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management at Purdue University West Lafayette?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 or equivalent (A=4.0)
    How competitive is Master of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management at Purdue University West Lafayette?
    Master of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management at Purdue University West Lafayette reports an acceptance rate of approximately 40%.