MA in English
at UMass Boston, Boston

3.7 /5

(8 Reviews)

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MA in English
at
UMass Boston
Overview

Offered at the PG level of study by the University of Massachusetts Boston, MA in English is one of the top choices among international students around the globe. Students can do this course over a period of 18 to 24 months. Plus, candidates must meet the minimum score requirements for aptitude test and English proficiency exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo for admissions to the university for MA in English. Also, they must submit all the required documents. When it comes to the expenses of studying this program, the cost is divided into two parts, annual tuition cost and the cost of living. The annual University of Massachusetts Boston tuition fee for MA in English is around USD 28,350 (INR 2,721,317). Note that this amount does not include:

Housing
Transportation
Food
Books and supplies
Other miscellaneous expenses

Duration	1.5 - 2 years
Tuition & Fees	₹27.15 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree
Mode of Course	Full Time

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Scholarships

MA in English
at
UMass Boston
Fees

The fee structure for the MA in English at the University of Massachusetts Boston covers the first-year tuition fees along with other additional charges, including the Books and supplies charges, facilities cost and many more offered by the University of Massachusetts Boston. Other than tuition costs, students need to pay living expenses that cover various factors like rent, food, transportation, utility, and other personal expenses. The total tuition fees for the first year of MA in English is USD 28,350 (INR 2,721,317).

Find more details about University of Massachusetts Boston MA in English on the fee breakup, from the table mentioned below.

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 27,14,523
Application Fee	INR 7,181

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Insurance	INR 3,04,199
Transportation	INR 1,57,414

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 95.75036 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 26ᵗʰ August 2026

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MA in English
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UMass Boston
Entry Requirements

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CGPA - 2.75/4
Students must have an UG degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 on a 4 scale or international equal in all UG work from a regionally accredited US institution of recognized standing or an international equal.

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TOEFL

No specific cutoff mentioned

PTE

No specific cutoff mentioned

IELTS

Marks - 6.5/9
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Duolingo

No specific cutoff mentioned

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UMass Boston may offer provisional admission to an international undergraduate applicant who meets all of the admission criteria, but whose TOEFL or IELTS results do not meet the minimum requirements. UMass Boston does not offer conditional admission for nursing, engineering, or management applicants.
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MA in English
at
UMass Boston
Rankings

Course Ranking

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#92	Arts and Humanities THE (Times Higher Education), 2026
#151	Sociology ARWU (Shanghai Ranking), 2025

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MA in English
at
UMass Boston
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2021)
Internship Available	Yes

University of Massachusetts Boston
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.7/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

38% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Friendly

Multi-dimensional

Academically oriented

Liberal

Internships3.1

Part time work2.8

Post study jobs3.9

Quality of faculty4.1

Student Life4.4

Value for money3.4

Public transportation4.6

Safety4.4

Indian Food3.9

Permanent Immigration3

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MS Finance - Batch of 2026

3.5

Overwhelming but worthwhile.

Tips: Everything here moves at a fast pace, and the feeling of the East Coast is entirely different from the West Coast. It is a very popular city to pursue higher education, so you'll find students from all colleges. The cost of living is very high, and that is mainly because of the ren,t so keep that in mind.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2450

Prepping time for classes31 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 101400

Reviewed on 25 Sep 2025Read more

Anonymous

MS Finance - Batch of 2026

3.8

The city is expensive but student-friendly.

Tips: You'll have a great time here so don't be nervous. Make the most of your time here attend classes to truly learn and pursue any extracurricular activities that interest you. While Boston is an expensive city it's also very student friendly. People are friendly and they love to socialise a lot. Try to be friendly and connect with people. I am quite satisfied with my experiences.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2550

Prepping time for classes32 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 88300

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2025Read more

Anonymous

MS in Environmental Sciences - Batch of 2025

4.0

Be fully prepared before joining, as professors expect you to be more independent.

Tips: I had a great time here and that's largely because I was mentally prepared and came with a decent scholarship. Otherwise expenses can really add up. The people here are individualistic, and professors expect you to be more independent, which was something I struggled with. I recommend being open to collaborations and projects as they stand out more than your GPA.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration):

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2500

Prepping time for classes37 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 82900

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025Read more

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MA in Global Inclusion and Social Development - Batch of 2025

3.9

Great education and faculty.

Tips: I have seen changes in myself after moving here. The culture shock wasn't intense, but it was present, and it took me some time to get used to the abruptness and demeanour of the locals, as they can be a lot more straightforward than expected. Living here is expensive, so if you get an opportunity to work on campus, you should definitely take advantage of it.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2825

Prepping time for classes32 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025Read more

Anonymous

Bachelor of Science in Management - Batch of 2026

3.6

There's a hackathon almost every other week to keep our skills sharp.

Tips: There are tons of events on campus, and there's a hackathon almost every other week to keep my skills sharp. It's easy to make connections with people from other majors because of these events, and it's a great way to make friends, too. Of course, not everything is perfect. One of the first things that really hit me was the weather and how cold it can get, so you'd better come prepared. Plus, the campus Wi-Fi is a bit unreliable, so make sure you're ahead of your work so you don't get caught when it inevitably goes out.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 3875

Prepping time for classes31 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 86750

Reviewed on 28 May 2025Read more

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MA in English
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UMass Boston
Highlights

MA in English is offered by College of Liberal Arts under University of Massachusetts Boston, USA.
This a Masters level program of a course duration of 1.5-2 Years.
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MA in English
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UMass Boston

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