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    Master of Arts in French and Francophone Studies

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    Notre Dame, USMAIn-person2 yearsFrench
    $138,220.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    47%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    11
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits

    Master of Arts in French and Francophone Studies at University of Notre Dame is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Notre Dame, US. Tuition is $138,220.

    About the program

    The program provides a comprehensive background in the literary and cultural achievements of French-speaking countries through an interdisciplinary approach, covering literary history, cultural studies, comparative literature, film, literary theory, history, and philosophy.

    Focus: both

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 7, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min Results of GRE (note that the GRE is optional)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT pre-February 2026 scoring system: 80 minimum overall score; Minimum of 23 on the Speaking section. TOEFL iBT updated scoring system: 4.5 average; No lower than 4.0 on each section. (Graduate School minimum; program requires TOEFL/IELTS for non-native speakers)
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7.0 composite score (Graduate School minimum; program requires TOEFL/IELTS for non-native speakers)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $17,820.00
    Annual living cost

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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 Notre Dame cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Arts in French and Francophone Studies at University of Notre Dame is $138,220 across 30 required credits.
    Is Master of Arts in French and Francophone Studies at University of Notre Dame online or in-person?
    Master of Arts in French and Francophone Studies at University of Notre Dame is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Arts in French and Francophone Studies at University of Notre Dame take to complete?
    Master of Arts in French and Francophone Studies at University of Notre Dame is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    How competitive is Master of Arts in French and Francophone Studies at University of Notre Dame?
    Master of Arts in French and Francophone Studies at University of Notre Dame reports an acceptance rate of approximately 47%.
    How large is the Master of Arts in French and Francophone Studies at University of Notre Dame cohort?
    Master of Arts in French and Francophone Studies at University of Notre Dame typically enrolls around 11 students per cohort.