Program Overview
The Arabic and Islamic Studies at Georgetown University is a MA programme in Humanities, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Arabic and Islamic Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 51,041 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 51,041 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Washington, D. C., United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Arabic and Islamic Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to Arabic and Islamic Studies
- Introduction to Literary Methodology
- Introduction to Linguistics Methodology
- Fundamentals of Language
- Fundamentals of Arabic Linguistics
- Arabic Morphology and Syntax
- History of Arabic Linguistics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Application Form
- Application Fee
- Academic Statement of Purpose
- 3 Recommendations
- Entrance Examination Requirements - Official Test Results\n(GRE)
- Foreign Applicant Entrance Examination (TOEFL or IELTS)
- Official Transcripts of Academic Coursework and Degrees\nEarned
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 51,041 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 51,041 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 51,041 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 51,041 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Georgetown University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Georgetown University
Georgetown University
Washington, United States
private university in Washington, D.C., United States
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
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