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    Master of Arts in French and Francophone Studies

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    Chicago, USMAIn-person2 yearsFrench
    $55,496.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    32
    Credits
    $80.00
    App fee

    Master of Arts in French and Francophone Studies at University of Illinois Chicago is a 32-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Chicago, US. Tuition is $55,496.

    About the program

    The program requires 32 semester hours, including at least 12 hours of 500-level courses in the department and FR 400 for non-native speakers. It focuses on literary and cultural studies of France and Francophone regions, culminating in a comprehensive written and oral examination.

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Jul 15, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL 80, with subscores of Reading 19, Listening 17, Speaking 20, and Writing 21 (iBT Internet-based); 60, with subscores of Reading 19, Listening 17, Writing 21 (New Paper-Based—after August 2018); 550 (Institutional Testing Paper-Based—prior to August 2018)
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS 6.5, with subscores of 6.0 for all four subscores

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Arts in French and Francophone Studies at University of Illinois Chicago cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Arts in French and Francophone Studies at University of Illinois Chicago is $55,496 across 32 required credits.
    Is Master of Arts in French and Francophone Studies at University of Illinois Chicago online or in-person?
    Master of Arts in French and Francophone Studies at University of Illinois Chicago is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Arts in French and Francophone Studies at University of Illinois Chicago take to complete?
    Master of Arts in French and Francophone Studies at University of Illinois Chicago is structured around 2 years and 32 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Arts in French and Francophone Studies at University of Illinois Chicago?
    Per the program's published guidance: At least 3.00/4.00 for the final 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours) of undergraduate study.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Arts in French and Francophone Studies at University of Illinois Chicago?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Arts in French and Francophone Studies at University of Illinois Chicago: 12 months OPT (US)