Master of Arts [M.A] - Master [2 Years]
$17,900 /Yr On-campus full_time

Master of Arts [M.A] Geography

  • MA in Geography at the University of Arizona is offered as a 2-year program.
  • It is an on-campus program available on a full-time basis and offered at the University of Arizona's main campus in Tucson.
  • It is a 33 unit master's degree program offering a variety of electives.
  • Students elect either a thesis option (recommended for those pursuing a Ph.D.) or a non-thesis option (recommended for those pursuing a professional, non-academic career).
  • At the Masters's level, the School offers courses in a wide range of fields within Geography, as shown below.
  • Many of our master's students continue on at SGD for a Ph.D., depending on their interests and accomplishments.
  • As one of the leading geography departments in the United States, the University of Arizona is distinguished by the broad spectrum of teaching and research interests among its faculty, providing ample opportunities for graduate students to specialize in many sub-fields.
  • Graduate students in the School of Geography, Development, and Environment (SGDE) benefit from the broad range of faculty expertise and strong links to interdisciplinary research centers across campus. Our work spans the discipline, from physical geography (climate science, dendrochronology, remote sensing, spatial science), to human-environment (political ecology, water policy, climate change) to human geography (development, state theory).

Tution & Application Fees

Year Year 1 Year 2
Tuition Fees $16700 $16700
Books and supply $1200 $1200
Total Fees $17900 $17900

Examinations

Exam Type Exam Name Score Out of Score Exam Level
TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language 79 120 3
IELTS International English Language Testing System 7.0 9 3

Academic Eligibility:

  • Students must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university recognized by the University of Arizona.
  • A grade point average of 3.0 or higher is required.
  • A background in geography or related fields in the natural and social sciences is strongly recommended for the M.A.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

  • Completed a 4-year UG degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/PTE or any equivalent test to get admission to this program.