MA Medieval and Renaissance Studies at Columbia University

Programme overview

The MA in Medieval and Renaissance Studies gives students a year of graduate work in any relevant field. It suits students heading to PhD programmes and those wanting a terminal MA, and can be done part-time within four years.

Faculty: Graduate School of Arts and Sciences | Department: Interdepartmental Committee on Medieval and Renaissance Studies | Duration: 30 credits; one year full-time, part-time within 4 years | Intake: Fall (deadline 4 February 2027) and Spring (deadline 29 October 2026) | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Students take courses across art history, religion, history, philosophy and literature, concentrating in one area. The curriculum totals 30 points including an MA thesis, with language study, coursework with original manuscripts or early printed books, and an original research thesis.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Statement of academic purpose, personal statement, resume, writing sample of 15-20 pages, three letters of recommendation (at least two academic), transcripts. GRE General not required. International applicants whose undergraduate degree is from an institution in a country where English is not the official language submit TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo English Test scores. Fall deadline 4 February 2027; spring deadline 29 October 2026.

Intake: Fall (deadline 4 February 2027) and Spring (deadline 29 October 2026)

Duration: 30 credits; one year full-time, part-time within 4 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.gsas.columbia.edu/content/prospective-students

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