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    Master of Arts in International and Regional Studies

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    Ann Arbor, USMAIn-person2 years
    $122,740.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    36
    Credits
    $90.00
    App fee

    Master of Arts in International and Regional Studies at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is a 36-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Ann Arbor, US. Tuition is $122,740.

    About the program

    The program combines interdisciplinary curriculum with regional or thematic specializations such as African Studies, Chinese Studies, Japanese Studies, Middle Eastern and North African Studies, Russian East European and Eurasian Studies, South Asian Studies, Southeast Asian Studies, and Islamic Studies. It includes methodological training and emphasizes international experiences to address global issues in cultural historical geographical political and socioeconomic contexts.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Applicants whose native language is not English are required to submit an official TOEFL score. Applicants who have earned a degree from an institution where the language of instruction is English only are exempt from submitting a TOEFL score. For more information on the English proficiency requirement, exemptions, and accepted tests, please see Rackham's website.
    IELTS
    optional
    Min 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $21,016.00
    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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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Arts in International and Regional Studies at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Arts in International and Regional Studies at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is $122,740 across 36 required credits.
    Is Master of Arts in International and Regional Studies at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor online or in-person?
    Master of Arts in International and Regional Studies at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Arts in International and Regional Studies at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor take to complete?
    Master of Arts in International and Regional Studies at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is structured around 2 years and 36 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Arts in International and Regional Studies at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Arts in International and Regional Studies at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor: 12 months OPT (US)