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    Master of Arts Program in the Social Sciences (MAPSS)

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    Chicago, USMAIn-person1 year
    $69,900.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    51%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    300
    Cohort
    students
    9
    Credits
    $90.00
    App fee

    Master of Arts Program in the Social Sciences (MAPSS) at University of Chicago is a 9-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in Chicago, US. Tuition is $69,900.

    About the program

    One-year master's program allowing students to explore the full breadth of the social sciences through access to courses across the University of Chicago. Students design individualized curricula or pursue formal concentrations in anthropology, economics, history, political science, psychology, or sociology, and complete an MA thesis or capstone project.

    Focus: both

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    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE scores are only required of individuals applying to Quantitative Methods and Social Analysis. GRE scores are recommended, but not required, for applicants to Psychology. GRE scores are not required for applicants to all other areas of study, and applicants who do not submit scores will receive equal consideration. (QMSA: minimum quantitative GRE score at the 75th percentile)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min For MAPSS (Autumn 2026): Minimum Required Scores (TOEFL Examinations Taken AFTER January 21, 2026): 5.0 on each section; (TOEFL Examinations Taken BEFORE January 21, 2026): 25 on each section
    IELTS
    required
    Min For MAPSS: 7.0 on each section

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (36 months for STEM-eligible concentrations like Psychology and QMSA)

    $30,585.00
    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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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Arts Program in the Social Sciences (MAPSS) at University of Chicago cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Arts Program in the Social Sciences (MAPSS) at University of Chicago is $69,900 across 9 required credits.
    Is Master of Arts Program in the Social Sciences (MAPSS) at University of Chicago online or in-person?
    Master of Arts Program in the Social Sciences (MAPSS) at University of Chicago is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Arts Program in the Social Sciences (MAPSS) at University of Chicago take to complete?
    Master of Arts Program in the Social Sciences (MAPSS) at University of Chicago is structured around 1 year and 9 credits.
    How competitive is Master of Arts Program in the Social Sciences (MAPSS) at University of Chicago?
    Master of Arts Program in the Social Sciences (MAPSS) at University of Chicago reports an acceptance rate of approximately 51%.
    How large is the Master of Arts Program in the Social Sciences (MAPSS) at University of Chicago cohort?
    Master of Arts Program in the Social Sciences (MAPSS) at University of Chicago typically enrolls around 300 students per cohort.