Overview

The Critical Ethnic and Community Studies program at University of Massachusetts Boston centers on race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, class, and other social categories related to power and privilege that impact the experiences of both U.S.-born and immigrant members of racialized communities in the United States.

This transdisciplinary program brings together scholarly research, cultural expression, and meaningful community partnerships in order to understand the histories and contemporary lives of racialized communities in the United States, their experiences as part of diasporic communities with transnational linkages, and their agency and self-determination.

As part of this learning, students engage in critical analysis of how migration—to, from, and within the United States—forms an integral part of the experiences of racially and economically marginalized communities.

Our Approach

Our transdisciplinary approach emphasizes the mobilization of knowledge for social justice. Transdisciplinarity entails integration across relevant disciplines as a means of addressing complex social issues that impact the everyday lives of individuals and communities beyond academia.

A highly creative, flexible, and collaborative approach, transdisciplinarity is particularly apt for the social justice mission of the Critical Ethnic and Community Studies program and UMass Boston.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Transnational, Cultural, and Community Studies

Migration and Diaspora

Community Formation and Development

Transdisciplinary Research in Practice

Transdisciplinary Research Methods

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

37 SCH

37 to 40 credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Boston, United States

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies Ethnic Studies View 48 other Masters in Ethnic Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submission of the online application.
Official transcripts for all undergraduate and/or graduate programs attended.
Where applicable, Official TOEFL/IELTS test scores.
A statement of intent of about 1,200 words, focused on academic and career interests in critical ethnic and community studies.
An example of the applicant’s writing from coursework in critical ethnic and community studies or related academic or professional fields.
Two (2) letters of recommendation from individuals acquainted with the applicant’s interests who are qualified to evaluate the applicant's potential for sustained graduate study in critical ethnic and community studies. At least one (1) of the letters must be from a faculty member with whom the applicant is studying or has studied.
Current resume or CV.
Application fee is $75, paid by Visa or MasterCard (non-refundable).

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

29932 USD / year

≈ 29932 USD / year
Out-of-State

29932 USD / year

≈ 29932 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

15410 USD / year

≈ 15410 USD / year

Living costs

Boston

United States

1560 - 3239 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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