Overview

The Middle Eastern and North African Studies - Accelerated Master's Program from The University of Arizona offers a rigorous curriculum that encourages you to engage in a critical analysis of current ideas and methodologies in the field.

Key Features

In preparing graduates for fruitful careers in government, journalism, nongovernmental organizations, military, international business or advanced academic study, the program offers a well-rounded education.

You will explore all aspects of the Middle East region, from studying gender and society to learning history, religion and politics - even the region's arts, culture and literature. Additionally, the program offers a full range of language courses in Arabic, Persian, Turkish and Hebrew.

Career Pathways

Our graduates go on to positions in government, NGOs, academia, journalism, military, business and teaching.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Egyptology
A Islamic Movements in the Contemporary Muslim World 
North African Societies: History, Culture & Politics 
Historiography: The Annals of the Arabic Israeli Conflict 
Human Rights in the Middle East and North Africa 
Iranian Culture and Society 
Applied Linguistics of Middle Eastern Languages
The Book of Psalms
Environmental History of the Middle East 
Islamic Mysticism
Women in Islamic History  

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00

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Applications for Fall admissions will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with a priority application deadline of January 10.

Language

English

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tucson, United States

Disciplines

African studies Middle Eastern studies View 36 other Masters in African studies in United States

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General requirements

Hold a BA or MA with a 3.0 GPA (cumulative GPA or last 60 semester units if your undergraduate GPA is lower than 3.0 cumulative; graduate GPA will be taken cumulative only)
Transcripts: Transcripts from all colleges and universities attended are required. Unofficial transcripts must be uploaded with the application. Submission of official transcripts is required upon being admitted.
Letters of Recommendation: 3 letters of recommendation.
Writing Sample:
MA Application: A 10 page/3,000 word writing sample in English (term paper, chapter of thesis, etc.)
Resume/Curriculum Vitae: A current resume or curriculum vitae outlining education, honors, membership and participation in professional organizations, employment history, research and scholarly activities and publications.
Statement of Purpose: A 1-2 page statement of purpose that discusses academic and professional goals, research interests, and qualifications and indicators of success in this endeavor.

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

23400 USD / year

≈ 23400 USD / year
Out-of-State

23400 USD / year

≈ 23400 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

12700 USD / year

≈ 12700 USD / year

Living costs

Tucson

United States

830 - 1140 USD / month

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

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Key Features

Career Pathways

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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