MA in International Relations
at UMass Boston, Boston

3.7 /5

(8 Reviews)

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MA in International Relations
at
UMass Boston
Overview

The University of Massachusetts Boston is well known for its MA in International Relations program at the PG level. Designed to be completed in 2 years, this program provides a solid academic foundation and practical exposure.

Admission to this program requires candidates to meet specific eligibility criteria, including valid scores in exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo.

Choosing the course can be a great decision for students looking to advance in this field. The tuition fee for the first year of the MA in International Relations is approximately USD 29,060.

Duration	2 years
Tuition & Fees	₹25.78 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree

MA in International Relations

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MA in International Relations
at
UMass Boston
Fees

Students can pursue University of Massachusetts Boston MA in International Relations at an affordable cost. The university tuition fees for the program is USD 29,060. Apart from tuition fees, students also manage additional costs such as Hostel and Meals, Transportation, Books and Supplies, Personal Expenses, etc. The total expense may vary at the university, depending on the additional charges levied by the University of Massachusetts Boston.

Students can check the table below for University of Massachusetts Boston MA in International Relations fee breakup:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 25,78,494

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Insurance	INR 2,81,895
International Student Fee	INR 11,180

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 88.73 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 20ᵗʰ December 2024

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MA in International Relations
at
UMass Boston
Entry Requirements

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CGPA - 2.75/4
Minimum Requirements:

Applicants must have a bachelors degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution of recognized standing or an international equivalent.

Applicants must have a minimum, cumulative GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale (or international equivalent) in all undergraduate work.
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TOEFL

Marks - 79/120
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PTE

Marks - 53/90
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IELTS

Marks - 6/9
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Marks - 100/160
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MA in International Relations
at
UMass Boston
Rankings

Course Ranking

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#73	Arts and Humanities THE (Times Higher Education), 2024
#151	Sociology ARWU (Shanghai Ranking), 2023
#201	Communication and Media Studies QS, 2023

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MA in International Relations
at
UMass Boston
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2024)
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

Anonymous

MS Finance - Batch of 2026

Offered by University of Massachusetts Boston

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. Overall, 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

Offered by University of Massachusetts Boston

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.

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Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2500

Prepping time for classes37 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 82900

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025Read more

Anonymous

MS Finance - Batch of 2026

Offered by University of Massachusetts Boston

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

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MA in Global Inclusion and Social Development - Batch of 2025

Offered by University of Massachusetts Boston

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

Offered by University of Massachusetts Boston

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 International Relations
at
UMass Boston
Highlights

MA in International Relations is offered by McCormack Graduate School of Policy and Global Studies under University of Massachusetts Boston, USA.
This a Masters level program of a course duration of 2 Years.
Download the brochure to read more details of this course.