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Master of Arts Leadership and Administration

Colorado State University
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition USD 26,792 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 12,400 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree Master
Duration 24 months
Delivery Hybrid
Location Fort Collins, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Master of Arts Leadership and Administration at Colorado State University is a Master programme in Arts & Design over 24 months, delivered Hybrid. 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 arts & design. 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 Master of Arts Leadership and Administration 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: Hybrid
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: USD 26,792 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 12,400 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Fort Collins, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Master of Arts Leadership and Administration programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:

  1. Creative Director
  2. Graphic / UX Designer
  3. Art Director
  4. Curator
  5. Visual Artist
  6. Media Producer

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Leadership in the Arts
  2. Arts Policy and Advocacy
  3. Arts Event Management
  4. Arts Collaboration and the Community
  5. Law and the Arts

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: 3

Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).

Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).

In cases where an applicant is deficient in background, the department’s graduate faculty may consider applicants with significant work history in the field of Arts Administration.

Application Materials Required

  • Two official transcripts of ALL college or university work
  • Three letters of recommendation: Applicants should provide three letters of recommendation from faculty members or individuals who have first-hand knowledge of the applicant’s academic or professional capabilities
  • A personal statement of professional goals that addresses the question, what will you anticipate doing with you degree? Length should be approximately 500 words
  • Resume

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 26,792 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 12,400 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 26,792 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 12,400 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Colorado State 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 Colorado State University

Colorado State University logo

Colorado State University

Fort Collins, United States

public land-grant research university in Fort Collins, Colorado, United States

University Profile
  • Start Date Jan, 2027
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months