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    Master of Arts in Comparative Literature

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    Riverside, USMAIn-person
    $59,064.00
    Tuition
    30%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    $155.00
    App fee

    Master of Arts in Comparative Literature at University of California-Riverside is a in-person MA program based in Riverside, US. Tuition is $59,064.

    About the program

    Advanced study in comparative literature emphasizing interdisciplinary and multilingual work in original languages across areas like gender studies, decolonial theory, poetics, film, critical theory, and various global literatures including African, Arabic, Chinese, and others.

    Focus: research

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 5, 2027
    Fall 2027 (Admission Only)
    Jun 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GREs have been waived for the current application cycle.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL (internet based): 80
    IELTS
    optional
    Min Minimum overall band score of 7 with no individual section score less than 6.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $26,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Arts in Comparative Literature at University of California-Riverside cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Arts in Comparative Literature at University of California-Riverside is $59,064.
    Is Master of Arts in Comparative Literature at University of California-Riverside online or in-person?
    Master of Arts in Comparative Literature at University of California-Riverside is offered in-person.
    What GPA is required for Master of Arts in Comparative Literature at University of California-Riverside?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 GPA
    How competitive is Master of Arts in Comparative Literature at University of California-Riverside?
    Master of Arts in Comparative Literature at University of California-Riverside reports an acceptance rate of approximately 30%.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Arts in Comparative Literature at University of California-Riverside?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Arts in Comparative Literature at University of California-Riverside: 12 months OPT (US)