Program Overview
The International Affairs at Columbia University is a Master programme in Humanities over 24 months, 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 International Affairs 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 25,474 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 25,474 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: New York City, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Affairs 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
- Math Lab for Economics: Level 1. 0 Points
- Math Lab for Economics: Level 2. 0 Points
- Math Lab for Economics: Level 3. 0 Points
- Excel Fundamentals. 0 Points
- Advanced Techniques in Excel
- Best Practices for Financial Modeling in Excel
- Data Management and Analysis in Excel
- Professional Development (PD) Career Conference
- Microeconomics for International & Public Affairs
- Governance and Public Management in Developing Countries: A Practice Perspective
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- COMPLETED APPLICATION FORM: 100% of the application process can be completed online.
- APPLICATION FEE: US $95, nonrefundable*
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- QUANTITATIVE/LANGUAGE R\xc3\x89SUM\xc3\x89/CV
- PERSONAL STATEMENT/ESSAY QUESTIONS
- THREE LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION: Choose recommenders who, individually or in aggregate, will give the best sense of your qualifications for study at SIPA.
- ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS: A bachelor\'s degree or its equivalent from an accredited institution is required to enroll at Columbia SIPA. Please submit transcripts from all colleges, universities, and professional schools attended (including Columbia).
- TEST SCORES: All applicants are required to submit valid, GRE/GMAT scores. If you are taking the TOEFL/IELTS, you must upload your unofficial score report as part of your application. Official, unexpired scores must be on file no later than one month prior to orientation.
- OPTIONAL FELLOWSHIP ESSAYS: Fellowship deadline to submit essays for consideration for the International Fellows Program and Jorge Paulo Lemann Fellows Program is January 5.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 25,474 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 25,474 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 25,474 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 25,474 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Columbia 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 Columbia University
Columbia University
New York, United States
Columbia University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2013-01-18
- Start Date 2018-01-16
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
