Overview

The M.A. International Development Studies (IDS) Program at Ohio University is two years, provides a broad viewpoint of issues and problems related to change and growth in a development context, and requires students to build upon a core set of classes, plus selecting a concentration in one of four technical areas: environment, gender, health, or social sciences.

Key Facts

The IDS program incorporates a multidisciplinary approach and perspective, combining theory, methods, practical application, research, and technical concentration.

The program provides five concentrations:

International Development and the Environment
International Development and Gender
International Development and Health
International Development and Social Sciences
International Development and Conflict

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Human Ecology
Gender in Cross-Cultural Perspectives
Community Health Programs
Public Policy Analysis
Public Dispute Resolution
Women, Law and Politics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

48 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Athens, United States

Disciplines

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General requirements

Receipt of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university equivalent to a US 4-year degree.
A good undergraduate record, with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 on a scale of 4.0.
Three letters of recommendation that can address your academic abilities and achievements.
An autobiographical sketch (A one page personal statement that is descriptive of your life.)
Statement of purpose (A two page statement indicating your career goals and how the program of study chosen will help meet those goals. Be specific in discussing the aspects of your personal and academic background that may lead to success in the area of study chosen.)
A resume or curriculum vita.

The applicant's experience, motivations, intellectual maturity, and probability of success in graduate work will also be considered.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

27072 USD / year

≈ 27072 USD / year
Out-of-State

27072 USD / year

≈ 27072 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

14592 USD / year

≈ 14592 USD / year

Living costs

Athens

United States

1079 - 1780 USD / month

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

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