MA in International Relations

University of Massachusetts Boston (United States) · 100 William T Morrissey Blvd, Boston, MA 02125, United States

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The University of Massachusetts Boston (UMass Boston) is a public research university in Boston, Massachusetts. It is the only public research university in Boston and the third-largest campus in the five-campus University of Massachusetts system. UMass Boston is the third most diverse university in the United States. While a majority of UMass Boston students are Massachusetts residents, international students and students from other states make up a significant portion of the student body. Founded with a distinct urban mission, UMass Boston has a long history of serving the city of Boston, including numerous partnerships with local community organizations. It is an official member institution of the Coalition of Urban Serving Universities and the Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities. It is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity".

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Program Details:

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Basic Info

Institute

College of Liberal Arts

Degree

MA

Duration

2 years

STEM Designated

Yes

Program

International Relations

Expense

Living Expenses

USD 18000

Tuition Fee (Domestic)

USD 15300

Tuition Fee (International)

USD 29500

Eligibility

Minimum/ Avg Score

Undergrad GPA

3

TOEFL

90

IELTS

6.5

PTE

61

Duolingo

110

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Document Required:

  • Degree Certificate

    Common Document

    Bachelor’s degree

  • Degree Transcript

    Common Document

    Official transcripts (completed Bachelor’s degree required)

  • Letter of Recommendation (LOR)

    University Specific

    Two letters of recommendation from individuals who can assess the applicant’s academic and/or professional preparation for graduate work

  • Resume

    Common Document

    A current resume/CV is required as a part of the admissions application process. Please submit a detailed and concise resume summarizing your education history, academic achievements, professional experiences, extracurricular activities, volunteer work or community involvement, and relevant skills that demonstrate your readiness for graduate study. Consider including an overview of research experience, affiliations, publications, certifications, presentations, leadership experience, and other pertinent professional skills.

  • Statement of Purpose (SOP)

    University Specific

    Provide a 1500-word statement explaining why you wish to study international relations, discussing the research goals you would pursue as a graduate student, and describing your career goals after completing the program.

  • Test Score Report

    Common Document

    TOEFL/IELTS/PTE/Duolingo

  • Writing Sample

    University Specific

    A writing sample is required (5-10 pages of original, single-authored work).

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