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    Human Resources and Employment Relations (M.S.)

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    University Park, USMSIn-person2 years
    $31,110.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    39
    Credits
    $65.00
    App fee

    Human Resources and Employment Relations (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University is a 39-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in University Park, US. Tuition is $31,110.

    About the program

    The program covers human resource management, employment relations, labor law, organizational strategy, talent management, employee engagement, and people analytics. It addresses complex human capital, legal, employment, and organizational issues in domestic and global workplaces.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Feb 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min Must submit scores from the Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) or the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT)
    GMAT
    optional
    Min Must submit scores from the Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) or the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min The minimum acceptable score for the TOEFL is 550 for the paper-based test or a total score of 80 with 19 on the speaking section on the internet-based test (iBT)
    IELTS
    required
    Min The minimum acceptable composite score for the IELTS is 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $20,700.00
    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 Human Resources and Employment Relations (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Human Resources and Employment Relations (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University is $31,110 across 39 required credits.
    Is Human Resources and Employment Relations (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University online or in-person?
    Human Resources and Employment Relations (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University is offered in-person.
    How long does Human Resources and Employment Relations (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University take to complete?
    Human Resources and Employment Relations (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University is structured around 2 years and 39 credits.
    What GPA is required for Human Resources and Employment Relations (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.00 junior/senior grade-point average (on a 4.00 scale)
    What work-permit options follow Human Resources and Employment Relations (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University?
    Post-completion work rights for Human Resources and Employment Relations (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University: 12 months OPT (US)