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Master of Arts is a 2-year PG academic degree which focuses on the detailed study of humanities, arts and social sciences. MA courses can be pursued in different modes of education such as full-time MA, part-time MA, distance MA and correspondence MA courses.

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M.A. Course Fees in Government Colleges

For your reference, here are some of the popular government MA colleges in India, with their fee and other details.

Best Government College

Tuition Fees

S.S. Jain Subodh PG College

INR 18,900 - INR 37,900

Guru Nanak College

INR 19,450

PSGCAS Coimbatore

INR 24,000 - INR 2 Lakh

Hindu College, University of Delhi

INR 51,600

Note - The information is taken from the official sites of the college.

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M.A. Course Fees in Private Colleges

Here are some top private MA colleges in India you can consider for different specializations, with fee and other details.

Best Private Colleges

Tuition Fees

Amity University, Noida

INR 1.26 Lakh - 7.75 Lakh

Christ University

INR 1.1 Lakh - INR 3.54 Lakh

K J Somaiya College of Arts and Commerce

INR 11,000

Kristu Jayanti College

INR 1.35 Lakh - INR 1.65 Lakh

Loyola College

INR 26,520 - INR 60,260 

Note - The information is taken from the official sites of the college.

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  • Popular M.A. (Master of Arts) Colleges in India
  • Popular Private M.A. (Master of Arts) Colleges in India
  • Popular M.A. (Master of Arts) Specializations
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  • Top Ranked Colleges by Location

Popular M.A. (Master of Arts) Colleges in India

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Popular Private M.A. (Master of Arts) Colleges in India

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Popular M.A. (Master of Arts) Specializations

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Popular Specializations

Top Ranked Colleges by Location

Following are the top ranked colleges for M.A. (Master of Arts) based on rankings published by The Week, Business Today and National Institutional Ranking Framework (MHRD).
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The real competition at Harvard University is much higher than the bare-minimum baseline of around 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale. The competition is cut-throat and fierce due to the given reasons - 

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Yes, low-income students can go for Harvard University MA courses offered at the Harvard Kenneth C. Graduate School of Arts and Sciences  (GSAS)

It is not easy to go for the MA courses as full funding is not received, as it offers need-based scholarships.

 

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Pallavi Garg

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Answered 2 days ago

Yes,   the MA tuition from Harvard generally justifies the career opportunities it offers.  This happens only when an Indian student leverages the degree, connections and high-growth sectors well. 

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  • The students have to pay anywhere between INR 18.49 L and 71.45 L as

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Mayank Katariya

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Answered 2 days ago

Yes, Harvard University offers 1 year masters for Indian students and similar PG courses for which Indian students can apply. The duration of Harvard MA courses is 12 months to 3 years.

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Divya Shukla

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Answered 2 days ago

The total tuition fees for MA programme is INR 30,000 at NIT Trichy. Shortlisted candidates have to pay the course fees to confirm their seat. The fees for MA is quite affordable. 

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Nishtha Shukla

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Answered 2 days ago

Asoirants must pass a bachelor's degree in the relevant subject with a minimum aggregate of 60% from a recognised university to apply for MA in English at NIT Trichy. Candidates must also have CUET-PG score for admission in MA programme.

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Nishtha Shukla

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Answered 6 days ago

The total tuition fee of MA at GITAM School of Humanities and Social Science, Hyderabad is INR 3.1 lakh. This number is taken from the official website of college. It can change. Candidates need to pay the course fee to confirm their admission.

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Raj Priya

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Answered a week ago

An MA (Bachelor/Master of Arts) centers on the theoretical, descriptive, and social aspects of human behavior. Making it ideal for counseling, humanities, and social work tracks.

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Raj Vimal

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Answered a week ago

To confirm admission in Jamia Millia Islamia, students must pay fees. Jamia Millia Islamia MA fees is INR 18,950 - INR 1.65 lakh. The fee structure includes other components. The total fee may differ at the time of payment due to the variables of the fee structure.

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Gaurika Chhabra

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You may take BA English, Sociology, philosophy, Political science, Home science. So that you can shift to MA psychology.

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Good chances for B.Tech CSE (likely what you mean by "MA CSE") at MBM University Jodhpur, especially as an OBC-NCL Rajasthan domicile candidate with 91 percentile.0ca4ee

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Answered 2 weeks ago

Under the MA courses at New York University, the courses like International Relations, Cinematography and Economics are the most popular.

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Kanika Pandey

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Answered 2 weeks ago

The University of Westminster is among the top choice of Indian students to pursue MA programme in the UK. University of Westminster offers MA programme for the duration of 1 year. The University of Westminster MA first year tuition fee for Indian students is around INR 19 L - INR 29 L.

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Pallavi Sharma

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Answered 2 weeks ago

School of Liberal Arts, Indira University MA fees is INR 2.5 lakh. School of Liberal Arts, Indira University fee structure includes many components. The total fee may differ at the time of payment due to the variables of the fee structure.

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Gaurika Chhabra

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School of Liberal Arts, Indira University offers MA in various specialisations at PG level. The specialisations offered by School of Liberal Arts, Indira University in MA are given below:

  • MA (Psychology) - Clinical Psychology
  • MA (Psychology) - Counselling Psychology
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Gaurika Chhabra

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No, entrance exam is not required for admission in MA programme at School of Liberal Arts, Indira University. Admission is merit-based. The final selection is based on scores in the last qualifying exam. 

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Gaurika Chhabra

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Answered 2 weeks ago

Without completing intermediate, you did your B.A and M.A with B.Ed.? If you have completed all of you mentioned, then it's better to get settled in education department.prepare for different teaching exams or Even you can try for NET .

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Sugda Majhi

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Answered 3 weeks ago

The total tuition fee of MA at Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology Online is INR 64,000. Candidates need to pay the course fee at the time of admission confirmation. This number is taken from the official sources. It can change.

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Answered 3 weeks ago

Yes, you may be eligible to join LAW, especially for the 3-year LLB course, because you have already completed B.A and M.A. However, eligibility depends on the university and whether they accept distance education qualifications and discontinuation in intermediate. Since your degrees are from Andhra

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The salary package offered during OP Jindal Global University MA Public Policy placements 2024 is mentioned below:

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the highest package

INR 11 LPA

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INR 7.5 LPA

Median package

INR 6.6 LPA

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Answered 3 weeks ago

OP Jindal Global University provides good placements to students of MA Public Policy. During the placement drive 2024, the highest package offered was 11 LPA. Further, 80% students were placed in 2024.

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Saakshi Malhotra

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Department of Media Studies, Christ University MA fee is INR 3.92 lakh. The fee structure includes tuition fees, security fees, hostel fee, mess fee and others. 

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Yes, students can get admission in Sri. Gavisiddeswara Arts, Science and Commerce College with 65% in BA. The minimum percentage required for admission is 50%. Hence, a student with 65% is eligible for application.

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Aishwarya Malhotra

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Yes, Sri. Gavisiddeswara Arts, Science and Commerce College does offer MA programme. It is offered in full-time mode for a duration of two years. Students can apply online or offline. Admissions are based on UG marks.

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For the MA applicants, New York University looks for exceptional academic strength, proven research capabilities and professional experience. 

Given below are the factors NYU looks for beyond minimum

  • A personalised SOP that explains why NYU
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Lalit Shukla

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Answered a month ago

The fee structure for MA in Clinical Psychology is INR 3 lacs to INR 4 lacs.

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Answered a month ago

Most of the master's programs offered at ETH Zurich are taught generally in English and some require knowledge of German or mix. Applicants need to provide language proficiency proof which is usually C1 level for English and C1/B2 for German.

For Indian students, the GRE is also required for the ETH

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Rachit Arora

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School of Open Learning DU tuition fee for MA costs around INR 2,000. The fee excludes other components like examination fee, application fee, hostel fee, etc.  

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The fee for the MA course at Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University - Pauri Campus is INR 2.4 K - INR 1.9 L. This fee keeps on changing and depends on the maket trends and standards. 

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Neha Pradhan

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MA in Fashion Design course at SVAC University is a 18-month long course. The tuition fee for this course is INR 22 lakh. For admission to this couse, a Bachelor's degree is required. Careers after studing this course are-

  • Brand Founder
  • Creative Director
  • Fashion Designer
  • Style Content Director

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