Program Overview
The Near Eastern Languages and Cultures at Ohio State 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 Near Eastern Languages and Cultures 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 35,627 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 32,873 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Columbus, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Near Eastern Languages and Cultures 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
- Studies in Orality and Literacy
- Methodologies for the Study of Ancient Religions
- Theorizing Literature
- Theorizing Culture
- Theorizing Religion
- Colloquium in the Philosophy of History, Historiography, & the Historians Skills
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Test requirements
GRE General Test
English language testing requirements
- 550 Paper-based TOEFL
- 79 Internet-based TOEFL (IBT)
- 82 MELAB
- 7.0 IELTS
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 35,627 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 32,873 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 35,627 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 32,873 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Ohio 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 Ohio State University
Ohio State University
Columbus, United States
public research university in Columbus, Ohio, United States
University Profile- Application Deadline Jul, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
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