MA in Geography in Storrs United States | University of Connecticut

University of Connecticut | Storrs United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 40,746
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

Students complete a few foundational courses in research methodology and design, then choose a specialization area with guidance from their advisors for their remaining studies and research projects. Prospective students should examine recent M.A. thesis and Ph.D. dissertation topics to understand faculty expertise and departmental focus areas. Geography M.A. candidates can select between Plan A or Plan B: The thesis option involves 21 course credits, 9 research credits, plus developing and defending a thesis. The non-thesis alternative requires 30 course credits, a research paper, and a comprehensive final exam.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

You must hold a baccalaureate degree or its equivalent from a regionally accredited college or university.
A cumulative GPA for their most recent degree of 3.0 or higher for the entire degree
Minimum overall scores of 79 (Internet-based test – iBT/ iBT Home Edition), 550 (Old Paper-based test – PBT) or 22/30 on each of the Listening, Reading, and Writing sections (''New'' Paper-based test- PBT) or higher on the TOEFL test. (TOEFL Essentials is not accepted.)
Personal Statement
A minimum overall score of 6.5 or higher on the IELTS Academic Test
A minimum overall score of 53 or higher on the PTE Test.

Tuition USD 40,746

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