Program Overview
The Middle East Studies at George Washington University is a MA 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 Middle East 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 900 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 900 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Washington, D. C., United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Middle East 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
- Introductory cornerstone symposium
- Comparative Politics of the Middle East/Governments and Politics of the Middle East
- International Relations of the Middle East
- Political Economy of the Middle East
- Religion and Society in the Modern Middle East
- Special Topics: History of Modern Middle East
- Issues in Middle East Anthropology
- Geographical Perspectives on the Middle East
- Capstone
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- GRE general test
- Two (2) letters of recommendation, preferably from professors. Applicants who have been out of school for several years may send recommendations from supervisors or employers.
- Transcripts are required from all colleges and universities attended, whether or not credit was earned, the program was completed, or the credit appears as transfer credit on another transcript. Unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended should be uploaded to your online application. Official transcripts are required only of applicants who are offered admission.
Statement of purpose:
For your Statement of Purpose, choose one of these options:
- In an essay of approximately 500 words, state your purpose in undertaking graduate study at the Elliott School of International Affairs. As part of your statement of purpose, describe your academic and research interests, career objectives, and how a degree from the Elliott School will enable you to achieve your goals. Please be specific.
OR
- In an essay of approximately 500 words, please discuss an issue of international importance you wish to address in your professional career. Please include how the Elliott School and the academic program to which you have applied will prepare you to address this global issue.
Additional requirements:
- A resum\xc3\xa9 or curriculum vitae is required. High intermediate proficiency of an approved Middle East is required prior to admission.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 900 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 900 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 900 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 900 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact George Washington 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 George Washington University
George Washington University
Washington, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-02-18
- Start Date 2018-08-29
- Language English
- Duration 24 months