Overview

The Middle Eastern Studies MA program from University of Texas at Austin develops a strong knowledge base, preparing students for leadership positions as professionals in areas such as government, NGOs, business, consulting, foreign policy, international law, journalism, and translation. Approximately 30% of graduates continue to doctoral studies in their chosen academic discipline.

Key Facts

Graduates with Middle Eastern Studies from University of Texas at Austin will:

conceptualize the Middle East regionally instead of limiting to a narrow scope of nation- and language-based inquiry,

embrace an inclusive view of the field, ensuring its continued leadership and visibility in the field.

broaden and deepen the knowledge of the languages and cultures of the Middle East.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Arabic Across Disciplines

Contemporary World Challenges

Modern Arab Cultures

Intnsv Grd Lang Instrn

Intensive Arabic
History

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Master's with Report (33 hours)

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Austin, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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English requirements

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General requirements

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Transcripts

Letters of Recommendation

Statement of Purpose and C.V.

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The Graduate School requires applicants to have earned a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in the United States or a comparable degree from a foreign academic institution

Tuition Fees

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17694 USD / year

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8928 USD / year

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Living costs

Austin

United States

1243 - 2304 USD / month

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