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    Cultural Studies

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    Davis, USMAIn-person2 years
    $61,383.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    10.5%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    8
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $155.00
    App fee

    Cultural Studies at University of California-Davis is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Davis, US. Tuition is $61,383.

    About the program

    Interdisciplinary program studying culture and society, focusing on how sexuality, race, ability, citizenship, gender, nationality, class, and language organize identities, social relations, and cultural objects. Covers areas like comparative race studies, ecocriticism, queer theory, media representation, science and technology, and globalization.

    Focus: research

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min GRE required (no minimum score stated)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min 80 on the internet-based exam
    IELTS
    optional
    Min 7.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $28,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Cultural Studies at University of California-Davis cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Cultural Studies at University of California-Davis is $61,383 across 30 required credits.
    Is Cultural Studies at University of California-Davis online or in-person?
    Cultural Studies at University of California-Davis is offered in-person.
    How long does Cultural Studies at University of California-Davis take to complete?
    Cultural Studies at University of California-Davis is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    How competitive is Cultural Studies at University of California-Davis?
    Cultural Studies at University of California-Davis reports an acceptance rate of approximately 10.5%.
    How large is the Cultural Studies at University of California-Davis cohort?
    Cultural Studies at University of California-Davis typically enrolls around 8 students per cohort.