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    Master of Arts in Museum and Field Studies

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    Boulder, USMSIn-person2 years
    $71,028.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    16%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    10
    Cohort
    students
    32
    Credits
    $80.00
    App fee

    Master of Arts in Museum and Field Studies at University of Colorado Boulder is a 32-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Boulder, US. Tuition is $71,028.

    About the program

    Interdisciplinary program providing theoretical and practical training in museology alongside a strong background in a chosen field such as anthropology, history, art history, ecology, evolutionary biology, or geological sciences. Offers three tracks: collections/field, public/administration, and art history, with internships at regional museums.

    Focus: both

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Follows Graduate School minimum: TOEFL iBT 80 (All Programs EXCEPT listed higher-requirement ones; Museum and Field Studies not listed as exception)
    IELTS
    required
    Min Follows Graduate School minimum: IELTS 6.5 (All Programs EXCEPT listed higher-requirement ones; Museum and Field Studies not listed as exception)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $18,684.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Arts in Museum and Field Studies at University of Colorado Boulder cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Arts in Museum and Field Studies at University of Colorado Boulder is $71,028 across 32 required credits.
    Is Master of Arts in Museum and Field Studies at University of Colorado Boulder online or in-person?
    Master of Arts in Museum and Field Studies at University of Colorado Boulder is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Arts in Museum and Field Studies at University of Colorado Boulder take to complete?
    Master of Arts in Museum and Field Studies at University of Colorado Boulder is structured around 2 years and 32 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Arts in Museum and Field Studies at University of Colorado Boulder?
    Per the program's published guidance: at least a B (3.00) grade-point average
    How competitive is Master of Arts in Museum and Field Studies at University of Colorado Boulder?
    Master of Arts in Museum and Field Studies at University of Colorado Boulder reports an acceptance rate of approximately 16%.